Our Vision

To embed authentic, inclusive student voice across tertiary education in Australasia, fostering shared leadership and meaningful partnership.

Our Mission

To connect and equip institutions and student‑led organisations to elevate student voice through evidence‑based practices, collaborative networks and recognition frameworks.

What We Do

SVA supports the sector by providing:

• Collaborative networks and communities of practice that connect students and staff across institutions.

• Evidence‑based resources and capability building, including toolkits, insights and professional learning.

• Major sector events that strengthen visibility, shared learning and partnership culture.

• Sector leadership through contributions to national conversations, reforms and quality frameworks.

Our Strategic Focus (2026–2027)

Our work is guided by four strategic pillars:

1. Connection & Community

   Building a thriving, connected network that strengthens collaboration, retention, transitions and cross‑sector pathways.

2. Recognition & Visibility

   Positioning SVA as the leading authority on student voice and amplifying effective practice across the sector.

3. Resources & Support

   Developing high‑quality, evidence‑based guidance that enables sustainable student–staff partnership.

4. Influence & Impact

   Shaping national conversations and sector‑wide initiatives through partnership‑driven engagement and policy contributions.

Our Foundations & Hosting

SVA grew from a national fellowship into a cross‑institutional network supported by member institutions and operates under a rotating hosting model. SVA is currently hosted by the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ).