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Applications are now open for the ABC’s Trailblazers program in 2023!
The ABC is looking for Trailblazers aged 18-to-28 who are doing inspiring things in their regional town. Does anyone spring to mind? Have them apply! 

From young community leaders to social entrepreneurs, advocates to event organisers, we’re looking for young people with a commitment to making regional Australia even better.

Trailblazers will have their work featured on the ABC and receive an amazing package of support. Applications close on October 20, 2022, so there's still almost three weeks left to refine your/their application!

Trailblazers is an opportunity for young innovators, aged 18 – 28, who have started social, educational and economic development projects in their regional communities, to have their work celebrated nationally Previous Trailblazers projects have tackled issues including strengthening Indigenous culture,  youth mental health,  sustainable agriculture, employment, education and supporting remote entrepreneurs.

The ABC’s Director of Regional & Local, Judith Whelan, welcomes the launch of the 2023 Trailblazers’ program, saying it marks the start of some incredible journeys for young people in regional communities around Australia.

“This is a program that has consistently delivered for those who have taken part in past years.  It has also delivered substantial benefits to regional communities. Trailblazers is an inspiring and uplifting initiative and the ideas that come from it never fail to impress.” [Quote taken from RadioInfo.]

Apply for the 2023 Trailblazers program!