Connecting Year 9 students across Victoria and the Asia-Pacific 

The Global Youth Forum program is a virtual, 4-session learning program for Year 9 students in Victorian schools. It connects students in Victoria with their peers across the Asia-Pacific to develop global citizenship, intercultural understanding, and leadership skills.

• Appreciate and understand what it means to be a global citizen 

• Identify local and global issues and determine the policies and systems which influence these

• Strengthen awareness of their own biases and the biases of others and recognise that this awareness is needed to create cohesive communities 

• Identify and implement strategies to address differing views andThe program involves exploring global citizenship concepts and addressing 21st century challenges, proposing solutions and activities aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. At the conclusion, students will present their projects and celebrate their learning journey alongside their peers from across the Asia-Pacific.
  Learning Outcomes:
  Appreciate and understand what it means to be a global citizen 

Identify local and global issues and determine the policies and systems which influence these

Strengthen awareness of their own biases and the biases of others and recognise that this awareness is needed to create cohesive communities 

Identify and implement strategies to address differing views and behaviours, emphasising their impact on fostering social cohesion within both local and global communities.

Further Information:

The forums assist students in developing global competencies and are aligned with the Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO 2.0) and the Victorian Curriculum (Civics and Citizenship, Geography, Design and Technologies and the Victorian Capabilities), including global citizenship, intercultural understanding, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Prior to the forum, teachers and students are provided with briefings and a comprehensive information pack with all activities and learning materials.

COHORT 2
BRIEFINGS
Teacher Briefing via Zoom - Wednesday 6th November 2024 (3.45pm - 4.30pm) 
Student Briefing via Zoom - Thursday 7th November 2024 (12pm - 12.45pm)
FORUMS (Online)
Day 1: Wednesday 13th November (9am - 3pm) 
Day 2: Choice of Friday 15th November OR Monday 18th November (9am - 3pm) 
Day 3: Wednesday 20th November (9am - 3pm)
Day 4: Friday 22nd November (10am – 2pm) 
Day 4 will serve as the final showcase session, bringing together both GYF cohorts for joint presentations. It will be a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their incredible projects, while also connecting with youth leaders and changemakers through keynote presentations, interactive activities, and valuable networking opportunities. 

 behaviours, emphasising their impact on fostering social cohesion within both local and global communities.

Further Information:

The forums assist students in developing global competencies and are aligned with the Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO 2.0) and the Victorian Curriculum (Civics and Citizenship, Geography, Design and Technologies and the Victorian Capabilities), including global citizenship, intercultural understanding, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Prior to the forum, teachers and students are provided with briefings and a comprehensive information pack with all activities and learning materials.

COHORT 2
BRIEFINGS
Teacher Briefing via Zoom - Wednesday 6th November 2024 (3.45pm - 4.30pm) 
Student Briefing via Zoom - Thursday 7th November 2024 (12pm - 12.45pm)

FORUMS (Online)
Day 1: Wednesday 13th November (9am - 3pm) 
Day 2: Choice of Friday 15th November OR Monday 18th November (9am - 3pm) 
Day 3: Wednesday 20th November (9am - 3pm)
Day 4: Friday 22nd November (10am – 2pm) 

Day 4 will serve as the final showcase session, bringing together both GYF cohorts for joint presentations. It will be a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their incredible projects, while also connecting with youth leaders and changemakers through keynote presentations, interactive activities, and valuable networking opportunities.