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Have Your Sei is more than an event - it’s a space for Pasifika women to gather, to breathe, to connect, and to be in community with one another. To share stories, laughter, and the strength we carry. Wear your sei, bring your whole self, and join an evening of talanoa, culture, and connection.

How do you build a more relevant, equitable, sustainable and future-focused arts culture? You invest time and money in the people; and you create multi-directional opportunities for sharing, learning and growing relationships. Future Culture is a program from CuriousWorks that aims to do all of that. It pairs an artist residency program (two early-career artists) with an arts worker development program (one arts worker graduate/trainee creative producer internship + one mid-

Become an inaugural member of Pacific Youth Voice Australia (PYVA)! PYVA is a new initiative to connect like-minded Pacific young people in Australia and advocate for better social outcomes for our communities. They are looking for inaugural members to join their PYVA network and shape the future of our work and activities. To be eligible for PYVA membership, you must be: - Māori and/or Pacific Islander - Between 18-35 years old - Living in Australia - A young or emerging le

The In Her Name Scholarship is a national program backing women from migrant and multicultural backgrounds who are building careers, businesses, and creative futures. In 2026, five scholars are awarded $10,000, alongside mentorship, networks, and national visibility to accelerate their growth. Delivered by the Australian Multicultural Foundation in partnership with the Carla Zampatti Foundation, the scholarship invests in leadership across fashion, creative industries, busine

The Blue Minds Academy is a selective 8-week national program supporting 15 young Australians to develop and launch an environmental project. Through workshops, mentorship, and collaboration with inspiring ocean leaders, you’ll turn your idea into something real. Over the course of the program, you'll take part in weekly interactive workshops with the Blue Minds team, receive personalised mentorship from experienced ocean changemakers, and build your mental resilience and wel

Australia Post are currently recruiting young people to join their advisory council. Members of the YAC will be given an honorarium of $150 for each meeting (3hrs long). The commitment is 12 months and the YAC will meet every quarter throughout the year. They're looking for young people aged 18-25 years old: ✱ Living or working in Australia. ✱ From diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. Young people who identify as First Nations, culturally and linguistically diverse, liv

The Australian Volunteers Program matches skilled volunteers with international partners to support them to achieve their development goals.

The Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship (or “Djuyalgal Scholarship” in the traditional Gathang language of the Worimi People) is a program created by Façon Australia with support from Greater Bank. The scholarship program is designed to celebrate, sustain and grow Indigenous art and design in New South Wales. Greater Bank will provide a $10,000 scholarship to support the winner’s creative aspirations, with guidance from Murrook Cultural Centre. Greater Bank will also recogn

Submissions for series 2 of the ARACY Young and Wise Roundtables have now closed. Please subscribe to our mailing list to be kept up to date with more opportunities to have your voice heard.

The Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program (ACDGP) supports international projects that tell Australian stories, amplify First Nations voices, deepen bilateral partnerships, and build cultural understanding and connections overseas. Cultural diplomacy plays a vital role in international relations, offering unique opportunities to foster mutual understanding and to build relationships. Through cultural diplomacy initiatives, DFAT strengthens Australia's influence, reputa

The Young Professional Fellowship Australia 2026 is an intensive youth-focused program curated to equip emerging young leaders with the perspective and strategic thinking required to navigate complex global and local realities. Scheduled to be held from (10 to 13 February 2026), in Melbourne Australia , the fellowship will convene a diverse cohort of young professionals from across the world in an environment of learning and collaboration. Across three immersive days, parti

The HISA Youth Dialogue 2026 brings together young leaders, changemakers, and visionaries from around the world for four transformative days in Sydney, Australia . Join the 4th edition of this premier international gathering designed to empower youth through dialogue, diplomacy, and legacy-building. Why Attend? HYD 2026 is more than just a global youth gathering — it’s a transformative space where ideas evolve into impact and conversations lead to change. This event brings t

The Women Deliver 2026 Conference (WD2026) will take place 27–30 April 2026 in Narrm (Melbourne), Australia. WD2026 will focus on the...

The Federation of Ethinic Communities Council ustralia (FECCA) is seeking community and faith leaders, multicultural community...

Now is the moment to come together, organise, and build power for climate, Country, and community. In November 2025, COP30 will be held...

Join this grassroots, independent training program by young people, for young people. This free, online program will help young people...

Are you a first or second-generation migrant or refugee from the Global South aged 18-29 years old living in Australia who is passionate...

Expressions of interest are now open! Young people aged 16-17 from across the nation are encouraged to submit an EOI at...

Now you can, with the Pacific’s first-ever officially endorsed Nature-based Solutions (NbS) qualification, designed by Pacific people,...

The first ever Australian Pacific Youth Climate Dialogue is taking place in Canberra, bringing together 50 young climate leaders from...