Student Leadership Summit

What is the Summit?

A 5-day residential retreat for undergraduate students (aged 18–23) from across Victoria, bringing together 30 emerging leaders from universities across the state. Co-designed with students, the Retreat equips you to learn the micro-skills of constructive dialogue, practise facilitated conversations across difference, and return to campus with the tools to create psychologically safe spaces for genuine debate—facilitating difficult conversations with care and clarity.

Student Leadership Summit participants at the residential retreat

At a glance

  • Dates: 15–19 February 2027
  • Location: Yarra Valley Estate, Victoria
  • Cohort: 30 undergraduate students (18–23), all disciplines
  • Cost: $0 — fully funded scholarship (including meals and accommodation)
  • Travel: Local transfers included
  • Fully funded

    Scholarship covers accommodation, catering, program, and local transport.

  • Hands-on learning

    Daily practice labs, feedback, and guided 1:1 conversations to build confidence and real-world skills.

  • Beyond the retreat

    March–November 2027 mentoring to help you lead dialogue-based projects back on campus.

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