Be part of shaping the story - join ACEL’s 2025 NextGen
The ACEL NextGen initiative is all about connecting with and amplifying the voices of early career educators from across Australia’s diverse education landscape. Whether you're in government, independent, or Catholic schools, working in early childhood, primary, secondary, or beyond, we want to hear from you!
We are thrilled to welcome our third NextGen cohort as part of the 2025 ACEL National Conference in Sydney (29 September – 1 October). This year’s conference theme, Amplifying every voice, shaping our story, empowering all learners, reflects our commitment to elevating the perspectives of early career educators who are already shaping the future of our profession.
Why apply?
As a NextGen participant, you’ll receive free conference registration and access to exclusive small-group opportunities. You’ll also join a growing network of emerging leaders making an impact in education.
How to get involved
If you’re an early career educator eager to contribute, we warmly invite you to express your interest. Or, if you know a colleague whose voice should be heard, please encourage them to apply.
To be considered, simply respond (in 200 words or less per question) to the following:
- What achievements in your current role are you most proud of, and why?
- How do you, as an early career educator, actively shape and inspire the learning culture in your school or organisation?
- What is one change you’d love to see in education, and how would you contribute to making it happen?
- How do you thrive as a leader while also managing your health and wellbeing?
We also ask for some brief demographic information and two referees to help us ensure a diverse and dynamic NextGen cohort.
Submit your responses by 5pm on Wednesday, 11 June.
We’ll notify you by late June, giving you plenty of time to plan your travel and accommodation if needed.
Join us in shaping the future of education — we can’t wait to hear your voice!
APPLY ONLINE