headspace South Melbourne- Youth Advisory Group (YAG) 2026

Who Can Apply?

Anyone aged between 18 to 25 years who is passionate about youth mental health and wellbeing. We actively encourage applications from all young people, but particularly want to hear the voices of:

Young people who live within the City of Port Phillip or CBD
Young people with lived experiences of mental illness and/or have accessed headspace services in the past
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander young people
Young people from diverse cultural backgrounds
Young people who identify as trans or non-cis
Young people with a disability
Young men

Please read the position description carefully before completing this application form.
It provides information about the roles and responsibilities, and benefits from being a part of the YAG.

Applications now open for 2026

Personal Details

First Name: *

Preferred name:

Surname (Last Name): *

Date of birth: *

Pronouns: *

Mobile: *

Email Address: *

Street Address: *

Suburb: *

Post code: *

About You:

The following questions are to find out a bit about you, so we can help you feel safe and supported in the YAG.

These questions are optional-Please provide the details you feel comfortale sharing.

Will you be able to commit to monthly meetings and participate in one event per month? *

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What languages do you speak at home?

What is your cultural background?

Do you have any accessibility requirements?

Tell us a bit about yourself! We want to know about your hobbies, interests and passions. *

Why would you be a great YAG member? What are some of your skills, talents, ideas or attributes? *

What are you hoping to get out of the YAG experience? *

What is your current availability? Please explain your commitments you may have with work, study and other volunteering. *

Is there anything else you would like to share with us?