The Academy

Get the teaching, tools and training you need to proclaim Jesus wherever he has placed you. Join a community passionate about doing the same.

A week of Biblical training for a lifetime of faithful action

Following Jesus is the best thing in the world. Are you prepared to stand for him in a society that has rejected his ways?

Wilberforce Collective brings young adults together to see society transformed by Jesus in bold, biblical and beautiful ways.

The launchpad into the Collective is our Academy, a one-week intensive residential that will inspire and equip you to live for Jesus in every area of life.

Join us at the next Academy for teaching, worship, prayer, seminars and discussion that will prepare you for a lifetime of faithful action.

Join us at The Academy for:

A biblical vision for culture, founded on the Lordship of Jesus

Inspiring testimonies from Christians who have boldly stood for Jesus and his truth, despite the cost

Penetrating analysis of ideologies and agendas that enslave today’s society

Clear biblical teaching on contemporary cultural issues, such as sexuality and gender

Practical tools to help you communicate the truth about Jesus and transform culture for him

Opportunities to learn from those who have gone before you, serving God faithfully in their work and vocation

Access to a network of Christians collaborating to bring the hope of Jesus to the heart of society

Membership of a community that will embolden and equip you as an ambassador for Jesus for years to come

DETAILS

Who should apply?

The Academy is for young adults who want to see the hope of Jesus at the heart of society. We welcome applications from those who are serious about following Jesus in today’s world and making a difference for him.

The Academy is the way into the Wilberforce Collective, a community that brings together young adults from every vocation including entrepreneurs and business owners, product designers, doctors and lawyers, media producers and filmmakers, teachers and school-planters, and many others.

 Successful completion of the Academy brings free membership of the Wilberforce Collective and access to ongoing training and events.

  1. Complete the Academy

Get the teaching, tools and inspiration you need to proclaim the Lordship of Jesus wherever he has placed you.

2. Join the Collective

Connect with a community that is passionate about seeing Christ honoured in every area of life and culture.

3. Stand for Jesus

Collaborate with others to bring the hope of Jesus to the heart of society in bold, biblical and beautiful ways.

Speakers include:

ANDREA MINICHIELLO WILLIAMS
Founder & Chief Executive, Christian Concern & Christian Legal Centre

PASTOR ADE OMOOBA MBE
Co-Founder, Christian Concern

REV. DR JOSEPH BOOT
Founder & President, Ezra Institute for Contemporary Christianity

DR DAN STRANGE
Director, Crosslands Forum

  • "The Academy has shown me that my work and career should be a vehicle for advancing the goodness of God’s kingdom and opened my mind to ways that my vocation can advance the light of the Gospel."

    Aka

  • "Absolutely incredible! It was a week packed with biblical teaching, powerful truths and lots of encouragement. I loved all the sessions and had fantastic conversations with faculty members and other delegates. The week felt equipping and freeing."

    Olivia

  • "Being part of the Wilberforce Collective feels like being part of a family. I am deeply grateful to be surrounded by like-minded creatives who share a passion for cultivating innovative ideas and bringing them to fruition at a high standard."

    Storm