Student Voice Australasia (SVA) is a network of students and staff supporting meaningful student engagement in Higher Education governance, teaching, learning and student experience.
Who We Are
An international network of students and staff working together to embed authentic, inclusive student voice in higher education decision-making.
Our Foundations
Originating from a national fellowship and evolving into a cross-institutional network, SVA is grounded in evidence-based research and shaped by the STEPUP Principles.
What We Do
We co-create toolkits, guides and resources, and host events and support networks that foster collaboration and capability-building across institutions.
Our Community
Supported by Higher Education member institutions with strong cross-institutional connections. SVA is proudly hosted by the University of Southern Queensland.
2025 SVA Member Institutions
SVA currently has 26 valued member institutions
Upcoming Events and Meetings
‘Tertiary education institutions, staff and students, should work together as partners at all levels of decision-making and governance…’
— Prof. Sally Varnham, 2017
Get involved
We’re always looking for students and staff from member institutions to engage with SVA in various ways. If your institution is a member, you are welcome to attend our student or staff network meetings, have full access to our resources, and attend our national events at discounted prices. If you have any questions, ideas for resources, or just want to have a conversation with a human please get in touch.
