NIYEC has been engaged by the Australian Government to lead national consultations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people aged 16–28 to help shape the new First Nations Education Policy — the first update since 1989. This is a real opportunity for young mob to have a direct say in a national policy that will influence education systems and futures for generations to come.
We will be hosting a youth consultation workshop on Kaurna Country in Adelaide, and we’d love for you to be part of it.
Workshop details:
When: Friday 6 March 2026
Where: Venue to be confirmed (Adelaide)
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm (full day)
Who: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people aged 18–28 living in or around Adelaide
A sitting fee will be provided for participation in a form of a gift card.
The workshop will explore:
An introduction and overview of the First Nations Education Policy
Understanding our current learning contexts and lived experiences
Dream designing the future, aspirations for education systems that enable young mob to thrive
Identifying next steps and policy recommendations to better support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners
You do not need to be currently studying or working in education to attend. All lived experiences and perspectives are valued.