Australian Young Leaders, Writers and Changemakers Festival 2027

11–23 January 2027 | Sydney
Co-hosted by The Harvard Crimson and The Princeton Review Australia, with sessions taught by current Harvard Crimson members.

This January, students in Years 7–12 (2027) will have a rare opportunity to learn alongside five Harvard University undergraduates from The Harvard Crimson—here in Sydney.

Students will develop their writing, public speaking, debating and leadership, create original work and receive individual feedback—building experience they can carry into future competitions, school leadership and university goals.

Program Highlights & Exclusive Student Opportunities:

• Build writing, public speaking, debating and leadership skills.

• Create original work for publication in the official Festival Journal.

• Receive a dedicated 20-minute individual feedback session.

• Leave with a 90-day personal development plan.

• Present student work at the final showcase.

• Be considered for selective publication in The Harvard Crimson.

The Festival will conclude with the Youth Leadership Forum, Showcase & Awards on 23 January 2027, held at Lower Town Hall in the Sydney CBD, where students will have the opportunity to present their speeches, writing, debates, journalism and changemaker projects to families, schools and invited guests.

Festival Programs at a Glance:

Advanced Track
2027 Years 10–12
Students will build confidence in public speaking, constructive debate, creative and journalistic writing, and critical thinking. Students explore leadership through case studies and are introduced to university pathways.

Foundations Track
2027 Years 7–9
Develop advanced debating, impromptu speaking, leadership and independent writing skills. Students explore journalistic ethics, opinion writing, college essay techniques and university admissions strategy.