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Student Representative Teams: Student Voice in Action

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Ever wondered how to truly amplify student voices in your school? This course, developed by VicSRC, will give you the tools to establish and mentor a Student Representative Team that drives real change. You’ll learn how to run inclusive elections, foster leadership skills, and guide students in creating meaningful initiatives that reflect their needs. Join us to transform your school into a place where every student feels heard, valued, and empowered to make a difference. Let’s make student voice a reality!

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Student Representative Teams: Student Voice in Action

Student Representative Teams: Student Voice in Action

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Course welcome

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Introduction

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What is student voice?

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What is an SRT?

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Running an election

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Representative leadership

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Skill mapping

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Power mapping

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Action planning

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Further student consultation

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Course wrap up

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Reflection

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Congratulations

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Instructor 1

Jake Fehily (Programs Manager at VicSRC) is passionate about using co-design to create positive, inclusive change, particularly by working alongside young people to develop solutions that reflect their unique needs and experiences. With extensive experience collaborating with local youth organisations and community groups, Jake has designed programs and services that are both empowering and impactful. He is deeply committed to cultural awareness, ensuring that diverse perspectives are included in every project to foster environments where all young people feel respected, heard, and supported.

In his role at VicSRC, Jake leads programs that amplify student voice and empower young people to take an active role in shaping their educational experiences. His work is grounded in the belief that community-driven solutions are essential to enhancing the wellbeing of young people. Outside of work, Jake enjoys spending quality time with his dog and catching up on his favourite podcasts.

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