China: Shanghai Sister Cities Youth Camp

​​​​​​Opportunity overview

The Shanghai International Sister Cities Youth Camp, established in 2009, is an annual event that fosters meaningful connections between Shanghai and its international sister states and cities.

This dynamic camp offers Queensland Year 11 state school students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Chinese culture while enhancing their leadership abilities and Chinese language skills. Participants will engage in a variety of Chinese cultural activities designed to promote understanding and collaboration among youth from diverse backgrounds, including language learning, traditional and modern arts, sports and leisure activities, and city tours.

Through this program, students build lasting friendships and develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values needed to effectively engage and lead others in an increasingly interconnected world.

Program inclusions

• Return domestic flights to and from Brisbane
• Return international flights
• GoSafe travel insurance
• Dormitory accommodation (shared rooming arrangement)
• Most meals
• Visa if required

Eligibility

Eligibility requirements for students

• Be a full-time Year 11 student at a Queensland state high school.
• Have an interest in Chinese language and culture. This could include studying Chinese language as part of their schooling.
• Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen residing in Australia.
• Have a current and valid passport with at least 6 months' validity from the date of return to Australia due to travel occurring shortly after the selection process.
• Full eligibility requirements for students are listed under the application section.

Eligibility requirement for chaperones

• Be a fully registered teacher at a Queensland state school.
• Be permanently employed at the time of application and program delivery.
• Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen residing in Australia.
• Have a current and valid passport with at least 6 months' validity from the date of return to Australia due to travel occurring shortly after the selection process.
• Full eligibility requirements for chaperones are listed under the application section.

Application

Students

Student online application portal now open.

• Students: Important information for your Shanghai Sister Cities Youth Camp application
  
• Students: Conditions of entry, program rules and privacy statement
• Students: Eligibility requirements for Shanghai Sister Cities Youth Camp
• Sample—student applicant and parent/guard​ian declaration, acknowledgement and consent form
• Sample—supporting teacher's endorsement of student application

Chaperones

Chaperone online application portal now open.

• Chaperones: Important information for your Shanghai Sister Cities Youth Camp application
• Chaperones: Conditions of entry and program rules
• Chaperones: Eligibility requirements for Shanghai Sister Cities Youth Camp
• The role of the chaperone
• Sample—chaperone applicant declaration, acknowledgement and consent form
• Sample—principal statement—approval for participation in the program

Key dates

Travel dates: 8–23 July 2025 (dates are subject to change​)

Applications close: 5.00pm Friday 4 April 2025

Online information sessions (via Microsoft Teams): 3.30pm Monday 10 February 2025

Promotional resources for schools

• Shanghai Sister Cities Youth Camp DL brochure
• Shanghai Sister Cities Youth Camp A3 pos​ter