Australian Youth Affairs Coalition

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WE ARE THE PEAK BODY REPRESENTING AND ADVOCATING ON BEHALF OF MORE THAN 4 MILLION YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 12–25 IN AUSTRALIA.

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CALLING ALL YOUNG VOICES 💥

Are you a young person (or do you know a young person) aged 12–25 who is passionate about a certain issue?

AYAC is inviting young Australians to contribute their thoughts by writing an opinion piece for our youth b

It’s a challenging time in the world right now, and it's completely understandable if the weight of it all feels overwhelming at times. As we head into a new year and life picks up again, prioritising self-care and supporting one another has be

We're excited to report that in 2023, young people represent a whopping 83.5% of AYAC's membership base!

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible youth members, as well as our valued individual and organisational supporters, for steering the course

Raise your voice: New Youth Blog Post 💥

In our latest youth blog opinion piece, Joseph explores his experience of speaking out about mental health challenges, highlighting the additional complexities tied to the migrant experience. He encourages in

💥 Meet the AYAC Board for 2024 💥

Congratulations to the individuals who will be joining our current board members to lead AYAC in 2024. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in the nomination and voting process. We look fo

Raise your voice: New Youth Blog Post 💥

In our latest youth blog opinion piece, Anju explores navigating mental health challenges between academic pressure and cultural experiences amidst the backdrop of COVID-19.

CW: This story explores themes of

Join Our Team: National Policy and Advocacy Lead Opportunity at AYAC 🚀

This role is closing in 4 days!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people in Australia? AYAC is on the lookout for a dynamic and dedicated

Raise your voice: New Youth Blog Post 💥

In our latest youth blog opinion piece, Amani explores the beautiful diversity and creativity of the online 'Black Girl beauty community', while also shining a light on undercurrent of negativity and prejudic

It's been an exciting week for AYAC! 💥

Yesterday, AYAC hosted the 2023 Parliamentary Friends of Young People (PFoYP) meeting on beautiful Ngunnawal country in Canberra, thanks to co-conveners @andrew.wilkie.mp and @makemayomatter

Our day included

Thank you to the @foundationsfortomorrow for a fantastic and thought provoking Parliamentary Group for Future Generations End of Year Symposium.

Minister for Youth, Dr @anne.aly said it best:

Young people are engaged.
Young people do want to have

Transgender Awareness Week is about celebrating trans and gender diverse pride, and an opportunity for allies to raise awareness to educate others and create a more inclusive and compassionate society.

Here are a couple of ways to be an ally:

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We're Hiring!!

Do you want to join an organisation dedicated to a vision where young people are respected and have the power to lead change for a better world?

AYAC is expanding and looking to hire two exciting new roles:

👉National Policy and Adv

The race is on to become a member BEFORE Nov 16 so you're eligible to nominate and vote to elect the AYAC Board for 2024!💥

All categories of membership are currently FREE.

🔗 Head to the link in our bio to join today 🙌

Calling all Young Voices!

Are you a young person who is passionate about a certain issue?

AYAC invites you to contribute your thoughts and opinions by writing an opinion piece (150-250 words) for our blog and social media. Whether it's about climat

Andeli Zuzic (they/them) is a Climate and Disability Justice Youth Activist who will be speaking on one of the panels at the Climate Ready Australia National Summit next month.

The Climate Ready Australia National Summit is two days of thought leade

AYAC extends its deepest empathy, unwavering support and heartfelt solidarity to First Nations people as we collectively grapple with the outcome of the recent referendum. The result has been deeply disheartening for many, carrying personal and painf