Are you a young parent who wants to use your experience to help create positive change for other young parent-led families across Australia?

At Brave Foundation, we believe young parents must be included and empowered in the decisions, systems and services that impact their lives.

We are looking for a Lived Experience Advocate to join our team and help make sure the voices of young parents are represented in conversations with government, community organisations, and decision-makers.

This is a flexible, supportive opportunity designed for someone who is passionate about speaking up, creating change, and helping other young parents are seen and understood.

You do not need previous advocacy experience — we are looking for someone with passion, confidence to learn, and a genuine interest in making a difference.

About Brave Foundation

Brave Foundation builds a village of support around expecting and parenting young people, connecting them with a professional mentor, and the support and resources to thrive. We are a child safe organisation and are committed to creating inclusive, supportive, and culturally safe spaces for all young people.

About the Role

This role is part of Brave’s “Our Voices, Our Lives, Our Future” project, funded by Minderoo, which focuses on amplifying the voices and experiences of young parents.

In this role, you will:

• Share your insights, drawn from experience  
• Attend meetings with government, partners, and community organisations
• Help advocate for the needs and experiences of young parents
• Work alongside Brave’s CEO, Brave staff, and lived experience leaders
• Contribute ideas, campaigns and projects that support young parents
• Help ensure young parents feel represented and included in conversations that impact them

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Have living experience as a young parent (gave birth before the age of 20 flexible for First Nations, CALD community, and people with a disability)
• Under 30 years of age
• Care about creating positive change for young parents and families
• Are curious, open to learning and eager to explore new ideas
• Feel comfortable speaking with people and sharing ideas
• Are reliable, approachable, and open to learning
• Have basic computer and social media skills
• Enjoy connecting with people from diverse backgrounds

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• A supportive and welcoming team
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and leadership development
• Salary packaging options available through our not-for-profit status
• SCHADS Award Level 2.1

Additional Information

• Part-time position: 1 day per week (0.2 FTE) with the flexibility to work the hours across two days
• Fixed-term contract until October 2027
• Some occasional travel may be required
• Working With Children Check and Police Check required

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you!

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

To learn more about the Brave Foundation visit: www.bravefoundation.org.au.

For a copy of the Position Description or to apply, please contact: Meg McMahon [email protected] using the subject line: Lived Experience Advocate enquiry via EthicalJobs.

The Brave Foundation strongly encourages applications from young parents from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ communities and people living with disability.