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The Multicultural Queensland Awards celebrate everyday champions—the ones who bring people together, strengthen connections, and create real impact across Queensland. Award winners will be recognised at the Multicultural Queensland Awards ceremony, held during Multicultural Queensland Month in August. Nominations for 2026 are now open and close on 11:59pm Sunday 17 May 2026.

Inviting local designers, creatives, and fashion brands to be part of Couture in Paradise — a cultural runway celebrating Pacific identity, storytelling, and contemporary design APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00 PM, 30 April 2026 Apply now: hello@pngfashionweek.com

Four fully funded PhD scholarships are available as part of the ARC Industry Laureate Fellowship on co-developing solutions to address climate-driven loss and damage. Each PhD project will be co-designed by the candidate and advisory team to align with the program’s broader aims: Develop and adapt methodologies for assessing climate-driven loss and damage. Document and compare lived experiences and community-led responses. Implement and evaluate locally grounded interventions

Creative Pasifika 2026 is a Youth Week event bringing together Pasifika young people aged 13-25 to explore creativity, culture, and wellbeing through the arts. Held at Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art, this one-day experience will feature interactive workshops and performances across music, dance, visual arts, and storytelling creating a space where young people can express themselves, connect with others, and share their stories. A highlight of the day includes

The Youth Matters Conference 2026 is a youth-led, action-focused event hosted by Multicultural Youth Queensland (MYQ) at the Queensland Multicultural Centre. The conference brings together multicultural young people, youth organisations, partners, and supporters to centre lived experience, strengthen youth leadership, and drive inclusive, community-led solutions across Queensland. The event will open with a facilitated dialogue highlighting key issues identified through MYQ,

Join UniSC’s Marketing and Communications team in a rewarding role supporting access to higher education for Māori and Pasifika students. As Program Coordinator, Pasifika Engagement, you will lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of UniSC’s Pasifika High School Study Support Program and related initiatives. Working under the broad direction of the Manager, Widening Participation Engagement, you will coordinate culturally responsive programs that support student aspirati

Please see the flyer for all the details. Contact: pasifikahealth@qut.edu.au

Ready to level up your student journey? The Mayor’s Student Ambassador Program is your backstage pass to the Gold Coast where you’ll gain real-world skills, make valuable connections and friendships and take part in unforgettable experiences that showcase the very best of our city. Applications are now open to become a 2026 Mayor’s Student Ambassador.

The Youth Matters Conference 2026 is a youth-led, action-focused event hosted by Multicultural Youth Queensland (MYQ) at the Queensland Multicultural Centre. The conference brings together multicultural young people, youth organisations, partners, and supporters to centre lived experience, strengthen youth leadership, and drive inclusive, community-led solutions across Queensland. The event will open with a facilitated dialogue highlighting key issues identified through MYQ,

The mentorship program is open to Pasifika law students who seek support and guidance during their law school years. ​ We understand the difficulty in being raised in a Pasifika cultural household/background and transitioning into an Australian tertiary institution where the course program is defined, intensive, foreign and complex. PLAQ members have navigated the tertiary system, been assessed and are now practicing in the Queensland legal system. ​ Let PLAQ help you! ​ Sinc

As the only program of its kind in Queensland, this proudly nonpartisan program is designed to equip remarkable women like YOU with the skills, knowledge, confidence, and networks needed to run for elected office and excel as political leaders. You'll learn about: ▪️making the decision to run ▪️party machines and building your base ▪️pre-selection ▪️preparing a campaign and fundraising strategy ▪️economics and policy ▪️media training ▪️ethical dilemmas and decision-making, an

Do you have a story to tell or an idea that can shape the future? Would you like to challenge perspectives or spark meaningful conversation? Submit an application to present at the next TEDxQUT 2026. Get in quick applications close Tuesday 7 March .

Are you passionate about politics and being a voice for young people in our community at a local and national level? Join the Menzies Youth Advisory Council! As a member of the Council, you’ll work with other young advocates and your local federal Member of Parliament, Gabriel Ng MP, to share your views about how we can improve our community and country. Meeting twice a month, the Council will work to identify the key issues impacting young people in Menzies to create solutio

Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for those interested in sharing their migration experience stories at Native Tongue II. Join us to learn more about the project, what to expect, event details, practice and rehearsal information, and storytelling fees. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect and contribute your unique story of migration!

Hey young artists of Queensland! Got a flair for digital art? In the lead up to Queensland Youth Week (11-19 April), you’re invited to submit your artwork to our digital art competition. The competition is an opportunity to showcase your artistry and innovation and highlight the social and economic contributions young Queenslanders bring to our state. This is your moment to let your creativity shine. Let us see what young Queenslanders can do.

The YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament (QYP) is a unique opportunity for young people to create real change in Queensland. QYP participants, known as Youth Members, are the voice of youth in their electorates, advising politicians and decision-makers across the state. They're immersed in unique educational opportunities, experience parliamentary operation first hand, mingle with members of Government and Opposition, and have their say in fiery debates on topical issues. Every y

Apply for ECCQ’s Advancing Women Scholarships: • Cleo Xynias Multicultural Woman of the Year • Emerging Professional Scholarship Applications close 14 Feb 2026, 11:59pm. Apply and don't miss out!: eccq.com.au/scholarship Proudly sponsored by Windsor Group and Australian Institute of Management.

The program focuses on meeting the growing demand for interpreters in Queensland. The primary objectives of the IESP are to: Empower the Interpreter Workforce: Provide targeted training and skill enhancement for previous, current and aspiring interpreters, building a skilled and confident workforce. Foster Stronger Connections: Connect participants with industry experts and potential employers. Elevate Workplace Standards: Improve working conditions for interpreters, cre

Day one , your journey begins with Quiet the Critic, an empowering workshop that helps you recognise and quieten negative self-talk while...

The Visible Ink Youth Hub have some free activities taking place over the September/October school holidays! ⭐ Live Recording | 1st...