Changemakers launchpad application form

Changemakers launchpad application form
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Before you start
We’re looking for honest, personal responses that show us who you really are. Write as if you’re talking to a friend — short, specific answers in your own voice work best. Bullet points are welcome, and there’s no ‘right’ answer.

We discourage the use of AI to write your application. Your authentic voice and real experiences help you stand out and help us understand how this program can support you.

Program Commitment

This competitive program has limited spots. The two events and six sessions form a connected learning journey, so attending all 8 sessions is essential to participate fully, build connections, and complete the program. Certificates are awarded only to those who attend every session.

Dates: 18 Mar, 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 29 Apr, 13 May, 27 May, 10 Jun, 16 Jun 2026 (all 5:30–8:00 pm)

Final event: 27 Jun 2026, 10:00 am–2:30 pm
Video submissions
If you’d prefer to speak rather than write, you can submit a video instead. This is a great option if you enjoy talking, have accessibility needs, or feel more comfortable expressing yourself on camera. If submitting a video, please adhere to the guidelines below.
- Maximum 6 minutes
- Answer all questions in the ‘Let’s get to know you’ section, in order
- Be yourself — casual or formal is fine
- Film somewhere quiet with clear audio
- Upload to YouTube, Vimeo, or Google Drive and share the link below
- Make sure we can view it (check privacy settings)
- Still complete the Personal Details and Availability sections in this form
Share the link to your video
Name*

Given nameFamily name
Preferred name
Age*

DayMonthYear
Date
Email*
example@example.com
How do you describe your gender?*
Please specify*
Suburb*
Postcode*
School, university or other educational institution you attend (if applicable)*
What is your connection to the City of Sydney local area?*
Please describe*
Let's get to know you
What parts of your intersectional identity or life experiences would you like to share?*

This could be things like your cultural background, gender, sexuality, disability, language, or any experience that shapes who you are or how you see change. Tell us about a time when this perspective mattered — for example, when it helped you notice something others missed, offered a different perspective, or shaped how you responded. 0/100
Tell us about one specific issue you’ve noticed in yourlocal community in the past 12 months. What drew your attention to it, and howhas it affected you or people you know?*

We’re interested in a real experience, not a general issue you’ve read about. Be specific about when it happened and why it matters to you0/100
Which of the following best describes how you currently engage with your community?

I’m already involved and want to do moreI care but don’t know where to startI’m frustrated and want changeI’m curious but unsure if civic spaces are for me
What’s something about how government or civic processes work that you find confusing or don’t fully understand? We want to understand what you’re genuinely curious about. All questions are welcome.*

0/100
Think of a specific moment in the past year when you cared about an issue or noticed something that concerned you. Did you speak up, take action, talk to someone,research it, share it, or move on? Tell us what was happening, what you did (or didn’t do), and why. If you held back, what stopped you? If you took action, what motivated you? *

0/100
Why is this program the right fit for you at this moment? Share what you hope to gain and how it connects to something you care about.*

0/100
Please tell us how you found out about this opportunity.*

0/100
Do you require any specific support to access or fully participate in the program?*

YesNo
Is there anything else you would like to tell us?*

0/100
Availability
If successful, I agree to attend all 8 scheduled program sessions:*

Launch Event: 18 March 5-8pmModule 1: 1 April 5-8pmModule 2: 15 April 5-8pmModule 3: 29 April 5-8pmModule 4: 13 May 5-8pmModule 5: 27 May 5-8pmModule 6: 10 June 5-8pmFinal Event: 27 June 10am-2/3pm (to receive completion certificates)
Please describe:*
Privacy protection notice
Purpose of collection: This information is being collected for the purpose of providing a community program (Changemakers launchpad program).

Intended recipients: City of Sydney employees and any approved contractors required to provide this service.

Supply: The supply of this information is voluntary, however by not completing this form participating in the Changemakers launchpad program is not possible.

Access/Correction: Please contact customer service on 02 9265 9333 or at council@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au to access or correct your personal information.

Storage: Social Programs team at the City of Sydney, located at 456 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000, is collecting this information and the City of Sydney will store it securely.

Other uses: The City of Sydney will use this information for the purpose for which it was collected and may use it as necessary for the exercise of other functions or as required by law. Other uses may include:
- contacting you or your emergency contacts, in an emergency, including medical emergency or accident.
- sending you information about related topics, services or events.
- exchanging information with prescribed bodies relating to a child’s or young person’s safety, welfare or wellbeing if an employee suspects a child may be at risk of significant harm. This exchange of information is prescribed under Chapter 16A of the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998.
- making a child protection report to the Department of Communities and Justice.
For further details on how the City of Sydney manages personal information, please refer to our privacy management plan.
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Changemakers launchpad application form

Before you start

Video submissions

Let's get to know you

Availability

Privacy protection notice