2026 Student Leadership Conference

Sustainable leadership for a new generation

Have you ever felt like taking one more step will end with you in a burnt out mess?

The conference is designed to help you build the resilience, confidence and skills needed to thrive as a leader in an ever-changing world. Through practical strategies and real-world insights, you'll explore how to navigate internal and external pressures while looking after your wellbeing.

Alongside a fantastic line-up of speakers, we're excited to welcome Jules Allen, award-winning social scientist and expert on anxiety and resilience, as our keynote speaker.

Register to attend in person on-campus or online via Zoom. 

Support for attendees

Please be aware that this presentation includes discussion of potentially distressing topics, including childhood sexual abuse, drug and alcohol addiction, and domestic and family violence.
We encourage all participants to consider their own wellbeing needs when deciding how to engage with this session. If you are attending online, you may wish to participate from a location where you feel comfortable and supported. If you are attending in person, please feel free to take a break, step away, or access support if needed at any time during the presentation.

If the content raises concerns or causes distress, support is available through the following services:

• UniSQ Wellbeing Team
• UniSQ Safer Communities

External Support Services

• Lifeline: 13 11 14
• 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
• MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978
• 13YARN: 13 92 76

Your wellbeing is important. We encourage you to prioritise your personal needs and access support if required.