This November, we’re bringing together the changemakers, the bold thinkers, and the everyday doers who believe in a better world for children and young people in Australia - and are ready to help build it.
Accountable, Together is a one-day symposium hosted by 54 reasons and the Australian Centre for Child Rights, in partnership with the Melbourne Law School Human Rights Program and UNICEF Australia. This first-of-its-kind event is a space to spark ideas, challenge systems, and co-create a roadmap for real change.
Date: Tuesday 18 November 2025
Location: Melbourne Law School - Human Rights Hub
Cost: Free (lunch and snacks provided)
Tickets: By Expression of Interest (closed)
Expressions of interest for Accountable Together are now closed. We are reviewing EOIs and will reach out to invitees by 19 September.
Advocates. Researchers. Policymakers. Service providers. Philanthropists. More! We're seeking to invite a broad mix of representatives, who are passionate about the rights of children and young people and want to be part of a national movement to make them real,
We recognise that it’s really adults who we most need to inform, educate, influence and inspire to uphold children’s rights - and that's why adults are our main audience for this event. But we're also big champions of Article 12 - the right to participation! So we're warmly welcoming expressions of interest from young people under 25, especially youth representatives and advisors from participating organisations.
We also recognise that the experiences and expertise of 'older' young people (aged 18–25) are distinct from those under 18 -both are valuable, and we’re committed to making sure diverse youth voices are heard, respected and centred in the event.
Children and young people’s voices will be woven throughout the day, including audio reflections from 54 reasons' Young Advisors - whose views and priorities have also shaped the event itself - and creative contributions from youth-led partners.
54 reasons acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners and custodians of the land on which we work, and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their lore, and to their Elders past, present and emerging.
54 reasons is a proudly inclusive organisation and an ally of the LGBTIQ+ community.
