Apply now to be a mentor at ASLC and SLC in 2025
At yLead, we believe in creating inclusive, immersive, and experiential conferences for young leaders to feel empowered, connected, and heard. They allow student leaders to step into another world and delve deep into a new discovery of themselves. These conferences support student leaders to gain the confidence and skills that will prepare them for their journey as a leader.
Australian Student Leadership Conference (ASLC)
ASLC is the highlight of yLead’s calendar. In 2024, we will celebrate 33 years of facilitating this three-day residential experience, preparing the next generation of Year 12 student leaders. With FIVE conferences across Australia, we can provide YOU with awesome opportunities to join our leadership team, and play a part in creating the ASLC magic, an atmosphere like no other.
ASLC, South East Queensland
7 – 10 Jan 2025 | Union College, University of Queensland, St Lucia
ASLC, North Queensland
12 – 15 Jan 2025 | Saints Catholic College, JCU, Townsville
ASLC, South Australia
15 – 18 Jan 2025 | Nunyara Conference Centre, Bel Air
ASLC, Victoria
15 – 18 Jan 2025 | University College, University of Melbourne, Parkville
ASLC, Central Queensland
21 – 24 Jan 2025 | Capricorn Caves, Rockhampton
Note: Successful applicants will have their meals and accommodation provided for the duration of the conference. Getting to and from the venue is your responsibility, including any flights, road trips or buses that you may need to take to get there. The dates above include the day prior to conference which is ‘Prep Day’. You are required on this day to meet the rest of our team, learn more about your responsibilities and support in the setup of our incredible space. There will also be a compulsory Online Zoom Prep Night held on Wednesday evening 13th November 2024, with all ASLC teams attending.
Australasian Student Leadership Conference (SLC)
Collaborating with the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools, in 2025, yLead will facilitate the Australasian Student Leadership Conference (SLC) in Sydney. This four-day residential conference is designed to specifically meet the needs of female student leaders. We are inviting young female leaders to apply and support us with the delivery of this unique and life-changing experience for 200 Year 12 female leaders. Help us create the most memorable SLC possible.
SLC, Sydney
20 – 24 Jan 2024 | Womens College, University of Sydney
Note: Successful applicants will have their meals and accommodation provided for the duration of the conference. Getting to and from the venue is your responsibility, including any flights, road trips or buses that you may need to take to get there. The dates above include the day prior to conference which is ‘Prep Day’. You are required on this day to meet the rest of our team, learn more about your responsibilities and support in the setup of the SLC space. There will also be a compulsory Online Zoom Prep Night held on Tuesday evening the 12th November 2024.
Who can apply?
There isn’t just one set of traits we admire in successful leaders, therefore, each year yLead’s conference teams are carefully selected. Showcasing a range of personalities, experiences, strengths, and talents. We value authenticity, dedication, professionalism, and an embodiment of yLead’s values.
ASLC and SLC Conference Mentors can be:
- ASLC and SLC graduates
- Past Conference Mentors
- Past and active yTeam members
- A yLead travel participant
- A yLead participant that has graduated Year 12
- Any young person out in their community showcasing leadership
- Please be aware that SLC is a female specific mentor team
How to apply…
- Applying to be a Conference Mentor is easy:
- Download and read the relevant role description; ASLC click here or SLC click here.
- Complete the form below
We recommend typing these answers into a Word document then copying and pasting the text into this online form. Just in case you have any technical issues submitting. - Submit a 30 second – 1 minute video that showcases your personality and tells us why you think you are suitable for this role.
Videos are only required if you have not volunteered for yLead at a conference before – upload as an ‘Unlisted’ video to YouTube and include the link in your submission. All applicants are welcome to submit a video so if you haven’t seen the yLead team for a while it is a great idea to help them place energy and a face to your name.
Each year it becomes more challenging to select the leadership teams due to the high quality of applicants. We create teams based on a wide variety of strengths and experience. Please take your time creating your responses, even if you have mentored before – this form carries a heavy weight in the selection process.
Applications will close at midnight Friday 11th October, 2024.
Help, I have a Q about ASLC applications…
No dramas, we are here to help! Please direct any questions to our yTeam Coordinator, George Conlon, via email (george@ylead.com.au) or phone +61 7 3266 2828.
For Qs about SLC…
Reach out to Zoe Meredith-Brown via email (zoe@ylead.com.au) or phone +61 408 679 918.
