Event calendar

Creative Horizons

Creative Horizons is more than a program—it’s an invitation to dream big. This initiative encourages Mackay’s young creatives (12–25 years) to explore what their future could hold by imagining their own creative horizons. Through hands-on workshops and a collaborative exhibition, participants will gain the skills, confidence, and connections to turn ideas into reality. It’s about discovering possibilities, shaping pathways, and celebrating creativity in all its forms.

Youth Summit 2026

The Queensland Family and Child Commission's third annual Youth Summit is taking place in Brisbane on Friday 10 April 2026. The Youth Summit is an opportunity for Queensland children and young people, aged 25 and under, to share their lived experiences and ideas for positive change directly to government and sector leaders to improve outcomes for children, young people and their families. Speakers from our last two Summits have created opportunities to advocate for systems change across a range of sectors including health, education, disability, domestic and family violence, child protection, and more, following their Summit presentations. They’re continuing to have an impact and shape the way sector professionals think about youth participation, advocacy and accountability. To find out more or to get involved, head to https://www.qfcc.qld.gov.au/youth/summit.

2026 Youth Matters Conference: F.L.I.P

Presented by Multicultural Youth Queensland (MYQ) the conference will provide a youth-led space to share ideas, showcase projects and shape inclusive futures. Do you have an idea or project that supports young people? Or want to learn from others creating change in their communities? The Youth Matters Conference brings multicultural young people together to share lived experience, explore issues that matter, and turn ideas into action. Through project showcases, conversations and interactive sessions, you’ll connect with other young leaders, discover grassroots initiatives, and find new ways to collaborate and grow your impact.

Location: Queensland Multicultural Centre (QMC), Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.

Date & Time: Friday 17 April, 9am – 4:30pm.

Are you between 18-30 and have a project to share? Apply to showcase your work. Want to be part of the conversation? Register to attend, connect and support youth-led change#FLIP2026 #YouthMatters2026