The Active Citizenship Convention is an annual event which brings students and educators across all schooling sectors together with experts, government officials and community stakeholders in the interests of democracy.

Students attending the Active Citizenship Convention will develop their capacity to engage meaningfully with democracy, building trust and hope in our systems, and the skills needed to be active, informed and compassionate citizens.

The convention was announced by the Premier, the Hon Peter Malinauskas MP, in August 2024 is part of nation-leading reforms in civics and citizenship education aimed at strengthening students’ understanding, hope and trust in our democratic system.

The theme for 2025 is 'Our voice. Our impact.'

Schools can now register their students for the inaugural convention. Year 10 students from across the state are eligible to attend. Educators across all subjects are encouraged to register.

Venue: Adelaide Oval

Dates: Book your school group to attend for one day:

• Monday 18 August 2025 (regional schools focus)
• Wednesday 20 August 2025
• Tuesday 19 August 2025

Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm; check in and registration opens from 7:45 am.

Each day students attending will join youth-led learning experiences, including:

• Dynamic keynote speakers and interactive panels on youth influence, digital engagement and media in democracy.
• Youth-led interactive group sessions on reimagining what it means to be an influencer and how to be an active citizen.
• Lunch with legends and leaders – a powerful opportunity to connect with inspirational Australians from sport, politics, the arts and community life.

Places are limited — please register your school early to avoid missing out. Student names are not required at the point of registration.

Schools with year 10 enrolments received an email invitation that included a link to register.

For help or more information or support with registering, please email Education.SafeguardingDemocracy@sa.gov.au.