Change in Action 2026 Grand Final Showcase Event

Join us for the Change in Action 2026 Student Showcase, a celebration of youth led research, bold thinking and evidence-based ideas in public health.

Hosted by Queensland Academies Health Sciences Campus in collaboration with the Gold Coast Health's Public Health Unit, this event brings together students, health professionals, educators, families and community members to explore an important question facing young Australians today:

How might we design public health solutions that prevent harm, shift conditions and reach young people in the places they live, learn and connect?

Across the intensive program, Year 10 students will research contemporary public health challenges affecting their generation, consult with mentors and develop evidence-based solutions to present to a professional audience.

The Student Showcase is an opportunity to hear their ideas, engage with their research and celebrate the work of our next generation of health innovators.

What to expect on the day

Gallery walk and research poster exhibition from 11.30am
Explore the full breadth of student work and cast your People’s Choice vote.

Grand Final Showcase from 12.00pm to 2.00pm
Six finalist teams will pitch to a guest panel and live audience.

Networking with public health professionals, educators, alumni, families and community members.

Who should attend?

• Health professionals and allied health practitioners

• Academics, researchers and educators

• QAHS alumni, families and the wider school community

• Gold Coast Public Health and industry partners

Anyone who believes in the power of young people to tackle challenges that matter.

Free event. RSVP required.