CoAct Consultation Workshops for Schools.

Young people know what works and what doesn't when it comes to their own education. Our partners at CoAct are looking to involve young people in shaping the future of education in Moreton Bay. Why? Because this will help ensure that future school culture, curriculum and pathways truly reflect the voices, ideas and lived experiences of the young people it will serve.

To consult on how young people's perspectives should inform the future of education, the Australian School of Entrepreneurship is collaborating with CoAct to offer fully-funded activations and consultation workshops for youth across Moreton Bay. These sessions can be hosted in schools, community centres or youth organisations.

Our creative, interactive workshops guide students through an ideation process to explore what keeps young people engaged in learning, what supports they need to thrive and what they want to see in school. Students will develop and pitch their ideas about educational environments, enhancing their problem-solving and presentation skills.

Each workshop begins with a unique activation, such as Guided Breathwork & Vision Boards, Physical Movement, Goat/Puppy Yoga or Ice baths, designed to build trust and create an energising, comfortable atmosphere - selected based on your capacity and available space.

We're excited to collaborate with you and CoAct to ensure the future of education is truly designed with young people, for young people.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

🕗 2-3 hour sessions
👤 Up to 15 students per workshop
🚀 For young people aged 14-18
🏫 All you need to provide are students, a space for activities + a projector/screen

HOW DOES IT WORK?

📝 You submit an Expression of Interest Form below and our team will be in touch!
🔒 We lock in a date & time for your workshop + send you consent forms to be filled out.
⭐ We bring all materials + facilitators to you!

*Note: The Workshops are fully funded and are at no cost to the school or student. The number of fully funded programs is limited and submitting an expression of interest does not ensure a booking.

 

Workshop Expression of Interest

 

FAQs

  • Our team of experienced facilitators will be running the workshops. All our staff have the relevant Working With Children's Check. You will be sent their details once your workshop date has been confirmed.

  • The purpose of the workshop is to engage young people in a dynamic and interactive process to shape the future of education in Moreton Bay. Through creative ideation, discussion, and hands-on activities, participants will share their ideas, experiences and perspectives to inform future school culture, curriculum and pathways. The sessions also help participants develop problem-solving, critical thinking and communication skills.

  • The activation happens at the start of the workshop before the Ideation + Pitching session. Here is a quick rundown of the requirements we would need from schools for each activity. Note that you will only be offered one activation for your workshop.

    GUIDED BREATHWORK ACTIVITY
    - Large Indoor Space
    - Projector/Screen
    - Tables + Chairs

    PHYSICAL MOVEMENT ACTIVITY
    - Large Outdoor or Indoor Space (e.g Hall, Sports Centre big empty room, undercover area)
    - Projector/Screen

    GOAT/PUPPY YOGA ACTIVITY
    - Large Outdoor Area (e.g undercover area, oval, grass patch)
    - Gates may need to be supplied to create an enclosed space

    ICE BATH ACTIVITY:
    The Ice Bath Activation is a unique and invigorating experience designed to challenge participants both mentally and physically. It involves guided breathwork and the practice of mindfulness techniques as participants immerse themselves in ice baths. This activity helps to build resilience, manage stress and improve mental clarity. We bring all the ice bath materials, however would require the following from the school:

    - Large Outdoor Area (e.g undercover area, oval, grass patch)
    - Access to a water tap + hose

  • The workshop is open to youth from a variety of backgrounds, particularly those in high school and in the age range of 14 to 18.

    We encourage participation from a diverse range of students. The workshop is designed to be inclusive, ensuring that youth can contribute their perspectives and ideas.

  • No! Thanks to our partnership with CoAct, we are able to provide these valuable sessions at no cost to participants or schools. This ensures that all young people, regardless of their background or financial situation, have the opportunity to benefit from this engaging and informative experience.

  • During the workshop, we will collect qualitative data through facilitated discussions and ideation sessions.

    This includes insights, ideas and solutions proposed by participants in response to key questions about what young people would like to see.

    Additionally, we may gather feedback on the workshop experience itself to improve future sessions. All data collected will be used to support CoAct’s mission.

  • CoAct provides specialist support for young people with little to no work experience as they prepare to find and interview for a first job. CoAct work side by side with young job seekers, working to identify their interests, skills and unique needs, exploring career and training pathways that align with their employment goals.

    More info: https://coact.org.au/

  • After you submit an Expression of Interest (EOI), our team will review it and get in contact. If there's availability, the next step will include sending a booking form to gather more information. You'll also receive a Workshop Preparation Kit + consent forms to distribute to your students ahead of the workshop.