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2026 Participant Application Form - Youth GLF

Please read through all the questions before beginning the application process.



Thank you for your interest in the Youth Governor's Leadership Foundation Program, an incredible opportunity to build your leadership skills whilst making a positive impact in the community! Please complete this application by 15 April 2026.

This 5-month intensive program involves
  • 2 days (back-to-back, no overnight) at Nunyara Conference Centre, Belair (Saturday 16 May & Sunday 17 May 2026)
  • Community action project - work in small teams to progress a challenge related to your chosen UN Sustainability Goal
  • 5 x in-person workshops at Adelaide University, City-West Campus
  • Self-organised online meetings with your team and project coach
  • A final project presentation and Graduation Ceremony on Tuesday 20 October 2026
  • Check times and dates of workshops here

Eligibility: You must be a current full time student aged 15 - 17 to complete the program in 2026

Cost of the program = $2,950 plus GST. This includes bus transfers to Nunyara Conference Centre and catering throughout the program.

Your parents or your school may be able to cover the course fee. Please check with them before applying. If they aren’t able to, we do have scholarships available (see below if you are eligible). If you're not eligible, don't worry, we can help you! Some ideas to get support include asking your local Council or Rotary Club for help, as they often have youth grants. Some students have even fundraised to gain a place in the program. Ask us for ideas - we are here to help!

Applications Close on 15 April 2026
Notification of selection/scholarships: 22 April 2026

More information can be found on our website, Youth Governor's Leadership Foundation Program

For any questions please contact:
Program Manager

1.Participant Details:(Required.)
2.Please tick agreement to acknowledge required attendance dates and components of what this 5-month program involves:(Required.)
3.What is the name of your School?(Required.)
4.What year of school will you be in 2026?(Required.)
5.Please provide contact details of your school teacher:(Required.)
6.What is your cultural background?
7.What suburb do you live in?
8.What is your experience of / interest in leadership?
9.What skills/qualities do you wish to develop? (pick top 4)(Required.)
10.Participant Written Section

PART A - Community involvement and leadership (100 words max)

Choose a leadership role (or position of responsibility) that you have fulfilled either in your school, sport, home or community in the past 2-3 years. Outline what this role requires of you (the tasks you have to do) and the leadership skills you have demonstrated.
(Required.)
11.Participant Written Section

PART B - Leading change (200 words max)

Review the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Choose two that you feel most passionate about.

What changes do YOU want to see in the world and how might YOU go about doing that?
(Required.)
12.PART C - Your WHY (200 words max)

Why would you like to participate in this program and what do you hope to gain from involvement in this program?
(Required.)
13.PART D - Getting to know you

Is there anything you would like us to know about you that will help us understand and support you / make you feel comfortable throughout the program?(Required.)
14.Scholarships

If you require a scholarship to participate, please tick below the scholarship option that applies to you.

If none of these apply, you may like to ask your teacher at school for some ideas, i.e. your school might cover the cost, approaching your local council or other community groups.

We also do payment plans, breaking the total cost into smaller, manageable payments over time, so it’s easier to budget.
15.If you are applying for a scholarship, please explain why you should receive a scholarship?
16.By writing your full name here, you agree to the following terms of the program:

- I will participate in the program to the best of my ability, participate in the group projects, whilst supported by a project coach, and to share my leadership learnings and the group projects at the Graduation Ceremony towards the end of the year.

- I will do my best to communicate clearly and frequently with the team, project coach, Program Co-ordinator and community organisation. If I say I will do something, I will do it, and if I can’t, I will provide plenty of notice and enlist the help of a fellow team member to deliver tasks and not leave things until the last minute.

- I will behave in a way that upholds the rights of other participants in the Youth GLF Program

- I understand that balancing school, home and project commitments can be challenging. If I am feeling overwhelmed or unable to meet expectations, I will communicate early with my team and Project Coach and seek support, rather than disengaging, disappearing, or leaving issues until the last minute.

- If I wish to withdraw from the program before completing it, I will first discuss this and receive approval from my parents, the project coach AND the program manager, because I understand this could cause serious repercussions for the rest of the team involved in the project.

- I understand that once the program has commenced, fees are non-refundable if I choose to withdraw from the program.

- If I am participating in the program as a scholarship recipient, I understand that I may not withdraw from the program once it has started, except in the case of significant health-related circumstances, which must be discussed with and approved by the Program Manager.

Please write your full name and date in acknowledgement and agreement to these terms(Required.)
SECTION FOR PARENT/GUARDIAN TO COMPLETE
17.Parental Acknowledgement and Permission (please ask your parent to fill in this section)

Please note: There will be an increased need for organisational skills as participants juggle school-work priorities with their projects. This is all part of the ‘challenge’ and we provide a structured and supportive environment (this is where the growth and sense of achievement comes from at the completion of the project). The project coach will be guiding the project team and helping to problem solve along the journey.

- Only teenagers who are fully committed to following through with the program and the group project, should apply.

- There may be times you may need to help your teenager find transport to meetings in and across town.

- Please note, applicants must be fully committed to participating in and completing the group project

In completing this section of the application form, you acknowledge that you consent for the applicant to participate in the program and that you understand and agree to the requirements of the program. You acknowledge that you may need to support the applicant with transport at times. You also agree that you will provide us with any information about the applicant that we request in order to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for them and for the group, as outlined in Section 18, below.
(Required.)
18.Support & Accessibility Information (parent / guardian section)

Our priority is to ensure every participant feels safe, supported, and able to fully engage in the Youth GLF Program.

The information below helps us make appropriate arrangements where needed. It will be treated confidentially and only shared with staff where relevant for participant wellbeing and safety.

Does your child have any physical, medical, learning, or psychological needs that the program team should be aware of to best support their participation? This may include (but is not limited to) allergies, injuries, medical conditions, learning differences, anxiety, neurodiversity, or other support needs.(Required.)
19.Payment

The cost of the program = $2,950 plus GST. Please note the fee includes bus transfers to Nunyara Conference Centre and catering throughout the program.

We will advise scholarship recipients as soon as applications are closed and scholarships have been allocated.

If your child doesn't qualify for a scholarship, we will require full payment via credit card or Electronic Funds Transfer. We accept payment plans to be paid over three instalments.

Please tick your preferred payment option:(Required.)
20.How did you find out about the program? Did anyone refer you?
21.Parent / guardian Declaration

I confirm that the information provided above is accurate to the best of my knowledge and understand that it is provided to support my child’s safety, wellbeing, and participation in the Youth GLF Program.(Required.)
Current Progress,
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