What is the Young Leaders Academy?

The Sunshine Coast Council is on a mission to unleash a crew of changemakers who not only get how council works but are also eager to be active in their community. Our dream is to cultivate new leaders who are confident to roll up their sleeves and get to work making our region an even better place to live.

We've been looking for a passionate crew to join us for a year-long program starting in February 2024.

Check out the Terms of Reference for all the details on what the Sunshine Coast Young Leaders Academy is all about.

Expression of Interest

Expression of Interest were open between 12 October and 3 November 2023 for young people ready to take their leadership skills to the next level.

Expression of Interest Now Closed

Where to from here

Sunshine Coast Council has launched the inaugural Young Leaders Academy in February 2024.

Eight Sunshine Coast locals have come together to inspire and create a diverse, honest and authentic group to achieve community action. The Young Leaders Academy is a yearlong program with the aim to increase and strengthen civic leadership, participatory and community action.

Through a comprehensive program, young people will develop essential leadership skills and gain a deep understanding of participatory and community leadership practices, enabling them to drive sustainable and positive change in their communities.

Project timeline

  • Timeline item 1 - complete

    12 October 2023

    Expressions of Interest open to Sunshine Coast young people.

  • Timeline item 2 - complete

    3 November 2023

    Expression of Interest close.

  • Timeline item 3 - complete

    November 2023

    Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews throughout November 2023.

  • Timeline item 4 - complete

    December 2023

    Academy members will be appointed in December 2023.

  • Timeline item 5 - complete

    February 2024

    Young Leaders Academy starts.

Have some questions?

Daniel Gettis, Youth Development Officer

Sunshine Coast Council

Daniel coordinates the Sunshine Coast Young Leaders Academy and will help with any questions about the program and the Expression of Interest process.

Contact Us

Have questions or want to learn more about the Sunshine Coast Young Leaders Academy, contact:

Name Daniel Gettis, Youth Development Officer
Email youth@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au