Government and councils
Youth engagement and co-design speaker for government and councils
I have worked with state and federal government departments, education systems and councils across Australia on youth engagement strategy, consulting on and co-designing policy that reflects the people it serves.
What you get
Wil Massara is a Gen Z keynote speaker for government and councils audiences. He founded Youth Leadership Academy Australia at 15; it has reached 65,000+ young people across 1,500+ schools. Keynotes run 30 to 60 minutes, in person worldwide or virtually from Sydney.
If your department or council is writing a youth strategy, standing up a youth advisory group, or trying to engage young people who do not trust the process, this is the work I do most and care about most.
- Keynotes for sector conferences, youth summits and council forums
- Facilitated co-design sessions with young people and decision-makers in the same room
- Youth strategy consultation that produces a document young people recognise
- Regional and rural delivery: there is no distance too far
30% of Australians are under 25. Decisions about the future should be shaped with the people who will live it.
Recommended sessions
- Lead Before You're Ready, keynote, 30 to 60 minutes
- Change Happens Together, keynote or facilitated session, 45 to 90 minutes
- A Framework to Create Change, interactive workshop, 90 minutes to a full day
Questions organisers ask
Can Wil facilitate as well as speak?
Yes. Most government work combines a keynote with facilitated sessions, often with young people and senior staff working together on a real draft.
Does Wil travel to regional and remote areas?
Yes. YLAA has delivered in Albany, Broome, the Kimberley, Mildura, Hay, Geraldton, Longreach and West Arnhem. Regional work is a priority, not an exception.
How is this procured?
As a speaking or facilitation engagement with a fixed fee. A written proposal and insurance certificates are supplied on request.
In the room
Organisers say
Wil delivered an energised and engaging presentation at Positive Schools. He joined us as a keynote speaker at both our online event and in person in Western Australia. His awareness and careful consideration of students' perspectives offers insight and value to the increasingly complex conversation about wellbeing in schools.
Watching Wil on stage is inspiring. He presents with confidence that resonates with people of all ages and leaves his audience feeling empowered to realise their potential and go beyond.
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