The Rotary Club of Balwyn has partnered with Young Change Agents to deliver a free‑to‑access Peacebuilding National Youth Design Challenge for Australian schools and young people in 2026.
This initiative empowers students to use creativity, empathy, design thinking and social enterprise to develop solutions that strengthen peace, belonging and community connection. Through curriculum‑aligned resources, workshops and mentorship opportunities, young people explore real‑world challenges and design projects that foster understanding and positive action.
This partnership reflects Rotary’s commitment to peacebuilding, education, youth leadership and grassroots community impact.
About the Challenge
- Bridging Cultural Divides — promoting empathy and inclusion
- Emotional Resilience & Conflict Skills — strengthening wellbeing
- Peace Through Art & Storytelling — inspiring positive action
- Promoting Reconciliation — building understanding and relationships
- Digital Peacebuilding — creating safer, inclusive online spaces
Students respond to real challenges in their schools and communities using design thinking and social enterprise frameworks.
Why This Matters Now
Young people are navigating a time of rising social disconnection and uncertainty. This challenge equips students to:
- Transform fear into empathy
- Build resilience and leadership skills
- Strengthen community trust and belonging
- Take meaningful action for peace
Rotary and Young Change Agents are working together to empower the next generation of changemakers.
How Rotary Clubs Can Get Involved
- Promote the challenge to local schools
- Sponsor schools to access workshops
- Apply for funded workshops
- Volunteer as mentors, guest speakers or judges
This partnership combines Rotary’s trusted community leadership with Young Change Agents’ educational expertise.
Resources & Links
Contact
Jessica Dudley
Young Change Agents
Jessica@youngchangeagents.com
0420 844 643
Young Change Agents
Jessica@youngchangeagents.com
0420 844 643
Together, Rotary and Young Change Agents are building youth‑led peace initiatives that strengthen communities locally and nationally.