There are a range of programs available to young people in Australia that can support you to build on your skills through leadership and mentorship opportunities.

Your experience as a young carer places you in a unique position where your perspectives and skills are highly sought after. These programs could help you to explore your goals through volunteering, mentoring, sports, education, and philanthropy.

The links below will connect you to a range of available leadership opportunities:

• Apply for the Young Carer Bursary to support with education costs

• Join a Multicultural Advisory Group

• Explore volunteering opportunities across Australia

• Connect with an Indigenous Foundation

• Register with Outward Bound to find out about their wilderness programs

• Experience leadership training on the sea with Young Endeavour

• Become a mentor or mentee in a local program

• Engage in a youth leadership program

• Apply for an arts-based leadership program

This list is just to get you started, there are plenty of opportunities available! If you would like to discuss opportunities with a young carers support worker you can contact a service in your area.