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The Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP) provides Scholarships and leadership opportunities for young Indigenous Australians. It is offered in conjunction with the Indigenous Education at Pembroke (IE@P) program.

Indigenous Youth Leadership Program

Working in partnership with Pembroke School, the IYLP is run by The Smith Family, with funding support through the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet. The program aims to close the gaps in Indigenous educational disadvantage by creating greater access to additional education choice for Indigenous students, particularly those from remote and extremely remote areas of the country.

As well as helping Indigenous students achieve their educational aspirations, the IYLP strives to develop positive role models and leaders to inspire other Indigenous students.

For information about Indigenous Education at Pembroke, click here.

Applications for 2027 IYLP Scholarships will open in Term 2 2026.

Application Process

  • IYLP Scholarships are offered annually, with criteria, application details and due dates announced by The Smith Family.
  • Shortlisted students will be required to attend a personal interview at Pembroke School with the IYLP Manager and Pembroke School's Director of Indigenous Education.
  • For more information click here.

For enquiries regarding IYLP Scholarships, please contact the IYLP Manager via iylp@thesmithfamily.com.au or +61 8 8224 1402.

Application for admission to Pembroke School must be made at the same time as the application for an IYLP Scholarship at Pembroke. The School's online application form is available here.

For further information about our School, please contact Amanda Bourchier, Pembroke's Director of Indigenous Education via +61 8 8366 6830 or IE@pembroke.sa.edu.au.