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About the forum
The Emerging Leaders Forum for Years 7 and 8 supports Victorian schools to embed global learning into their curriculum. It offers students the opportunity to collaborate with local and international peers on projects based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, driving social change within their school communities.
The 2025 program includes three virtual learning sessions connecting students with peers from Asia and the Pacific. There is also an optional in-person event at the University of Melbourne, Parkville campus.
Learning outcomes
The Emerging Leaders Forum supports students to:
develop a deep understanding of global citizenship and its responsibilities
enhance awareness of assumptions and stereotypes while fostering intercultural understanding
engage actively with diverse global perspectives, experiences, and cultures
utilise knowledge and skills to take meaningful action in addressing global and local challenges.
Key dates (All times are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time)
EOI for the 2025 forum are open.
Briefings (Online)
Teacher Briefing via Zoom - Monday 12th May 2025 (3.45pm-4.30pm)
Student Briefing via Zoom - Tuesday 13th May 2025 (12pm-12.45pm)
Forums (Online)
Session One: Monday 19th May 2025 (11am – 3pm)
Session Two: Tuesday 20th May OR Wednesday 21st May 2025 (11am – 3pm)
Session Three: Friday 23rd May 2025 (11am – 3pm)
Face-to-face session (VIC Students ONLY)
Friday 15th August 2025 (10am – 2pm)
A face-to-face session will be held in Term 4 at The University of Melbourne which will bring together students from the Emerging Leaders Forum (Primary) Years 5 and 6 and the Emerging Leaders Forum (Junior Secondary) Years 7 and 8. This day will connect students with youth leaders and change-makers through keynote presentations, and interactive, collaborative activities.
EOI Close: Friday 4th April 2025