Your Health, Your Voice applications are open!
Are you (or is someone you know) aged 18–30 and living with a bleeding disorder?
Join us in Melbourne for Your Health, Your Voice – a national youth workshop exploring Shared Decision Making.
Shared Decision Making is about working together with your health care team to make decisions that are right for you. At this workshop, you’ll build the confidence and skills to have a stronger voice in the decisions that shape your care, while meeting and connecting with other young people from across Australia.
With only 20 places available, apply by Sunday 4 October 2026!
About the workshop
When is it?
- 21–22 November (Saturday arrival, Sunday workshop)
- Held in Melbourne
What will you gain?
Through sessions with health professionals and youth mentors, you’ll:
- Learn more about Shared Decision Making.
- Build confidence to ask questions about your health care and treatment.
- Develop communication and collaboration skills.
- Take home practical tools and tips.
- Enjoy fun, social activities with your peers.
- Explore ways to contribute to your local bleeding disorders community.
What’s included?
- Return economy airfare to Melbourne, one night’s accommodation, meals and workshop activities will be covered.
Who can apply?
Applications are open to young people who:
- Are aged 18-30 at the time of the workshop.
- Live with a bleeding disorder.
- Reside in Australia.
How to apply
- Complete the Expression of Interest form by Sunday 4 October 2026.
- For more information, contact hfaust@haemophilia.org.au.
*Applications will be assessed on merit. In some cases, HFA may contact your Haemophilia Treatment Centre to confirm details, so it’s in your interests to provide full responses to all questions on the application form.
