Young People
Information on services, programs and initiatives to help young people be safe, grow their abilities, and become more involved in their communities.
Latest News and Events
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$12.3 million to support Victorian youth organisations
Wednesday 04 January 2012
More than 100 youth service providers, local government and not-for-profit organisations are set to receive funding from the Victorian Coalition Government's new Engage! program.
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Growth in need for refugee services for young people
Wednesday 21 December 2011The program is managed by the Southern Metropolitan Region and provides statewide support to refugee children and young people.
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National Youth Week 2012 grants open
Tuesday 08 November 2011
National Youth Week is an annual, week-long celebration of young people throughout Australia. Grants are available to assist groups of young people to organise events for other young people for National Youth Week 2012.
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Bringing the out-of-home care charter to life for young people
Friday 28 October 2011
A range of resources to help young people in out-of-care understand their rights was launched recently ...
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2012 National Youth Week Young Member
Wednesday 28 September 2011
Minister for Youth Affairs, Ryan Smith recently announced the 2012 Victorian National Youth Week Young Member ...
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FReeZA
The FReeZA program provides opportunities for young Victorians to enjoy drug and alcohol free music and cultural events in their local area. Each year, more than 165,000 young people attend FReeZA events throughout the state.
More on FReeZAMusic and culture
Music and culture are an important part of any thriving community. Young people can get involved through many avenues including the Rock Eisteddfod Challenge and FreeZA.
Mentoring
Mentoring aims to provide a structured and trusting relationship in which young people can receive guidance, support and encouragement.
Community involvement
Young people can get involved in many activities in the community. This involvement builds stronger relationships across cultural and age divides and promotes wider opportunities for education, training and employment.
Early intervention and support
Programs and initiatives to support and assist young people at risk in social situations, including living in unsafe households, or experiencing mental health problems, or drug and alcohol abuse.
Refugee and newly arrived young people
Young people who have recently arrived in Victoria as migrants or refugees can receive support, assistance, through referrals, to services supported by Department of Human Services.
Youth grants
Grants administered by the Office of Youth at the Department of Human Services.
Victorian youth services contacts
Contact details for further assistance regarding Youth Services in your region and seeking support services for confidential counselling to discuss the issues that may adversely impact on your life.
