The Youth Summit is an annual event to amplify the voices of young people. Each speaker presents their advocacy piece on stage to an audience of decision- and policy- makers. These presentations include ideas for positive change were presented with the aim of improving the lives of children, young people, their families and communities.
Speech topic sessions are based on the ARACY Nest Wellbeing Framework:
- valued, loved and safe
- healthy
- participating
- learning
- material basics
- identity and culture.
Speakers from our last two summits have created opportunities to advocate for systems change across a range of sectors including health, education, disability, domestic and family violence, child protection, and more, following their summit presentations. They’re continuing to have an impact and shape the way sector professionals think about youth participation, advocacy and accountability.
2026 Youth Summit
We are excited to announce that on Friday 10 April, we will be hosting the 2026 Youth Summit!
This 2026 Youth Summit will be a one-day event amplifying the voices of young people. Each speaker will be given a six-minute time period to present their advocacy piece on stage to an audience of decision- and policy- makers. Key leaders in the sector will provide reflection speeches after each of the six speaker sessions.
There will be an opportunity to network with attendees, sector leads, the Commissioners and the young speakers during the morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea breaks.
Keep an eye out for when you can express your interest in attending the summit - opening February 2026.
2025 Youth Summit
The 2025 Youth Summit was a powerful moment of truth, courage and connection. Over 300 sector leaders, practitioners, advocates and young people came together to listen and learn from young Queenslanders to shape a better future. The event showcased the voices and achievements of 35 incredible young Queenslanders who shared their lived experiences and ideas for change.
2024 Youth Summit
The inaugural Youth Summit was held in Brisbane during Queensland Youth Week. The event amplified the experiences of young people from across Queensland, aged under 25 years, providing a platform to voice ideas for positive change. 38 young Queenslanders delivered compelling speeches on topics that are important to them to more than 200 attendees.
Last updated
5 February 2026