School Toolkit

Politicians speak on behalf of us. This time, they’re speaking our words.

This Youth Voice in Parliament week, your students’ have the opportunity to have their voices amplified in federal parliament. From 27-30 October, federal politicians will read 90-second speeches from young people across their electorates, sharing their vision for the future with the entire nation.

This year, we’re inviting students to write a speech answering this question:

"What steps should the government take today to build a better tomorrow for young Australians?”

This is a unique chance for your students’ to contribute their ideas directly to the decision-makers of our country. We want to ensure diverse representation and hear from as many young voices as possible.

To help your school participate and spread the word, we have provided several resources that you can download below, including email templates, posters, social media posts, slides for teachers and more.

Please note: Submissions close on 29 August, so be sure to get writing.

Would you like a copy of our schools toolkit?

Share your details in the contact form for access to our digital school toolkit, comprising:

  • lesson plans for years 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

  • posters

  • intranet copy

  • newsletter copy

  • social media tiles

  • social media copy