The Department of the House of Representatives is pleased to announce that following a competitive open tender process, Y Australia has been selected as the delivery partner for the National Youth Parliament to be held in Canberra in August 2026.
The National Youth Parliament will bring together 150 senior school students, each representing one of Australia's federal electorates, for an immersive five-day (four-night) experience in Canberra.
The program will provide Youth Members with a unique opportunity to explore aspects of the role of a Member of Parliament and to learn about parliamentary processes, including how bills are drafted, debated, and passed into law.
Y Australia is a nationally recognised leader in youth civic engagement, with over 40 years of experience delivering Youth Parliament programs across the country.
Y Australia CEO Alexandra Ash said, 'This partnership is based on a strong foundation of delivery and experience – the Y has been running Youth Parliaments across the country for decades. We are very pleased to be working with the Department on a National Youth Parliament in Canberra.'
This civics education program will engage young people in democratic processes. The Department looks forward to working with Y Australia in its delivery.
