It follows on from the Australian Olympic Change-Maker programme, which saw more than 900 students nominated by their schools, giving them the opportunity to participate in the National Virtual Forum.

From that National Virtual Forum, 23 were singled out and chosen to participate in the National Summit.

The 23 were selected by a panel consisting of Olympians, who reviewed the applications of individuals already having an impact on their local areas.

Swimmers Brooke Hanson, Cate Campbell and Zac Stubblety-Cook, racewalker Jemima Montag, discus thrower Matt Denny, diver Sam Fricker and table tennis player Melissa Tapper - all Olympians - will join the National Summit.

The six-day event began on Sunday (December 5) and concludes Friday (December 10).

AOC chief executive Matt Carroll suggested the participants could have a positive impact in Australia in the build-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

"By consistently connecting and engaging with young people we can influence the entire community to experience the lifelong benefits of sport," said Carroll.

"Therefore, it's absolutely vital that the Olympic Movement speaks through the voice of youth.

"Each year I look forward to seeing how the students address the issues and challenges we set.

"This year's programme is no different and I am keen to hear the students' ideas and recommendations that can help guide the Olympic Movement over the most important decade to the Brisbane Games of 2032."