sower leadership

where faith &
leadership
grow

sow truth. cultivate faith. raise leaders.

sow truth. cultivate faith. raise leaders.

Our vision:

To raise a generation of students to live & lead like Jesus creating kingdom impact in classrooms, communities, & culture. 

2026 Student Leadership Conference Theme:

Created for Good

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” - ephesians 2:10

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register now.

2026 student leadership conference

Dynamic one-day event created especially for Year 5 and 6 student leaders from independent Christian schools across VIC & SA.

This is more than just a conference it’s a movement to raise up a generation of young leaders who live and lead like Jesus, making a real and lasting impact in their classrooms, communities & culture.

This unforgettable day is packed with:

  • Interactive activities

  • Inspiring speakers

  • Faith-filled moments

  • Leadership development

Throughout the day, students will be invited to discover the leader within and explore how God has uniquely created them to do good in the world. They'll leave equipped, encouraged, and empowered to lead with purpose.

2026
MELBOURNE

Date: Feb 16 2026

Your Speakers:

  • Nathan “Dubsy” Want
    (Speaker & Author)

  • Eloise Wellings
    (Dual Olympian & Speaker)

  • Cath Tallack
    (Program Director Arrow Leadership Australia)


Location: Life Ministry Centre
15-49 Old Melbourne Rd, Chirnside Park VIC 3116

2026
adelaide

Date: March 23 2026

Your Speakers:

  • Nathan “Dubsy” Want
    (Speaker & Author)

  • TBA


Location: Kings Community Centre 
93-95 Wynn Vale Drive, Wynn Vale SA

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register now.

conference DETAILS

Conference Schedule:

Registration opens 9:00am

Session #1 9:30-10:40am

Break 10:40 – 11am

Session #2 11am – 12:10pm

Break 12:10 – 12:50pm

Session #3 12:50pm – 2:00pm

Conference Cost:

Student: $40 | Teacher: $25

Got a question?

Get in touch with our team at anytime by contacting:
hello@sowerleadership.com

Key Information:

When you register for conference, an email will be sent to the ticket purchaser for your school with a conference pack containing important information for your preparation for coordinators/ teachers & students & next steps for registration. Please note that at the conference this year, staff & students will need to provide their own food & a bottle of water. 

Your speakers

Melbourne, vic

Nathan “Dubsy” Want - Speaker & Author

Nathan “Dubsy” Want is the founder of Sower Leadership, as well as a dynamic speaker, author, and youth mentor dedicated to helping teens and parents navigate life’s inescapable moments. With nearly two decades of experience in local church ministry, wellbeing, and leadership, Dubsy equips young people with the skills they need to face challenges now and in the future. He has spoken across Australia and featured at some of the nation’s largest student conferences. Known for his memorable and practical approach, Dubsy’s sessions inspire students to take action and step confidently into their leadership potential.

Eloise Wellings - Dual Olympian & Speaker

Eloise Wellings’ dream of becoming an Olympian began as a child, and at just 16, she qualified for the Sydney Olympics. A heartbreaking stress fracture, her first of 11, kept her from competing, and further injuries saw her miss Athens and Beijing. Refusing to give up, she finally fulfilled her dream in 2012, representing Australia at the London Olympics before going on to achieve a career-best top-10 finish in the 10,000m at Rio. Today, Eloise has taken on a leadership role amongst other female distance runners and acts as a mentor and an inspiration to many young and upcoming athletes.

Cath Tallack - Program Director Arrow Leadership Australia

Cath is the Program Director at Arrow Leadership Australia and a passionate advocate for developing leaders who step boldly into their God-given potential. With over 15 years of pastoral ministry experience, Cath brings a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing leaders today. She is committed to seeing the Church in Australia grow and flourish for the sake of Christ and His Kingdom. With qualifications in theology, leadership, and coaching, Cath is dedicated to equipping leaders with the wisdom and capacity needed to navigate an increasingly complex world. She values clear, gospel-centred communication and creates spaces where leaders can learn, grow, and be strengthened for the road ahead.

adelaide, sa

Nathan “Dubsy” Want - Speaker & Author

Nathan "Dubsy" Want is a dynamic speaker, author, and youth mentor, dedicated to helping teens and parents navigate life's inescapable moments. With nearly two decades of experience in local church ministry, wellbeing, and leadership, Dubsy equips young people with the skills they need to face challenges now and in the future. He has spoken across Australia and featured at some of the nation's largest student conferences. Known for his memorable and practical approach, Dubsy's sessions will inspire students to take action and step confidently into their leadership potential.

more to be announced…

what teachers & students say:

testimonies

"Our students left the Student Leadership Conference buzzing with ideas, challenged in their faith, and ready to put leadership into practice. It was a great reminder that young people can step up and influence their communities for good. We're looking forward to next year's conference!"

— Adam Messenger, Head of Primary, Waverley Christian College

"The Student Leadership Conference was a truly inspiring day that united students from Christian schools across Victoria. It offered a rich opportunity for aspiring student leaders to grow in their leadership skills, be encouraged in their faith, and connect with others who share their passion for making a difference. We highly recommend this conference to any school looking to invest in the next generation of young Christian leaders. It’s a day that builds confidence, character and connection, empowering students to lead with purpose and become change makers in their communities and beyond."

— Jude Shields, Head of Senior Primary, Donvale Christian College

“I loved how motivating it was to make a difference, the stories really influenced me to step up and contribute, overall it was really amazing and I was thrilled to be here.”

“It was a day that I enjoyed and I loved every minute of it, because of the worship, the activities, and most of all, the speakers. They were dynamic and I was hooked onto every word that they said.”

“My favourite thing was when they said that we are never too young to lead. It ended up to be the best day of my life.”

"Thank you so much for organising this amazing event. I had the time of my life making friends and meeting new people."

"Thank you so much for organising the Leadership Conference. I loved it all, and the speakers were amazing! It was such a great experience!"

"It was such a great opportunity to learn how to be a great leader at the Leadership Conference. I have learnt so much from all the fantastic speakers today. It was AMAZING! Thank you!"

"The Leadership Conference was brilliant. I really enjoyed the activities and the speakers. Please thank them for me."

can't wait to see you there.

can't wait to see you there.

what we do

1. Annual Student Leadership Conferences (Primary & Secondary)

A one-day, high-impact experience that inspires and equips student leaders through interactive activities, inspiring speakers, faith filled moments and leadership development.

2. Growth Track (Quarterly Online Content)

Faith and leadership content designed to deepen student formation throughout the year, complementing in-person events.

3. School Workshops

In-school experiences tailored to individual schools for their student leaders. Sessions focus on identity, resilience, character, and leading like Jesus.

4. Mobilising for impact

A practical project initiative known as “For The Greater Good” aims to activate students to meet the needs in their school communities and beyond.

our story

Sower Leadership has been birthed out of what once was a Student Leadership Conference that was pioneered by a collaboration of Heads of Primary School Leaders from CEN and CSA school networks in Victoria with the goal of facilitating faith based leadership development for Years 5-6 students. Over three years the conference continued to grow and expand and what started small, has now grown into a statewide movement. In its fourth year Dubsy was handed the batten to take the initiative to the next level with fresh vision and innovation for a broader impact. Under Dubsy’s leadership 2025's conference showed a growth of 36% in attendance reaching 313 attendees from 20 schools across Victoria and in 2026 the conference will expand to two cities.

From what started as a one off conference has now been established as an organisation; Sower Leadership is a national movement with a clear a vision To raise a generation of students to live and lead like Jesus impacting classrooms, communities, and culture.

sow truth, cultivate faith, raise leaders who live & lead like Jesus.