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Youth Off The Streets

@yotsaustralia

Not-for-profit organisation providing young people experiencing disadvantage with safety, support and opportunities to build a positive future.

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After experiencing the terror of civil war in Liberia and homelessness in Australia, Steven received the support he needed to succeed. Now, he gives back by helping orphaned children in West Africa. Read his powerful story this #RefugeeWeek: bit.ly/3xdpOOG

After experiencing the terror of civil war in Liberia and homelessness in Australia, Steven received the support he needed to succeed. Now, he gives back by helping orphaned children in West Africa.

Read his powerful story this #RefugeeWeek: bit.ly/3xdpOOG
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“I think I just needed somewhere that was a little bit more flexible so that I could feel like I wasn’t being pushed so hard and I could focus on getting myself back to feeling OK.” Read how Mia found success in alternative education at Key College here: ow.ly/jxoV50JGnTQ

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We can't stop talking about this year's Lipstick Luncheon! 😍 It was a beautiful day and a truly memorable event. Thank you to everyone who joined us on the day to help raise much-needed funds to support young people experiencing disadvantage. 💜 See you next year!

We can't stop talking about this year's Lipstick Luncheon! 😍 It was a beautiful day and a truly memorable event. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us on the day to help raise much-needed funds to support young people experiencing disadvantage. 💜 See you next year!
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From homelessness to rejection as an artist, Sean Kinchela has experienced many setbacks in life. If he’s learned one thing, it’s that persistence will lead you down the road to success.👏 Read his inspiring story: bit.ly/3OypBwV #ParramattaEels #Indigenousart #NAIDOC

From homelessness to rejection as an artist, Sean Kinchela has experienced many setbacks in life. If he’s learned one thing, it’s that persistence will lead you down the road to success.👏

Read his inspiring story: bit.ly/3OypBwV

#ParramattaEels #Indigenousart #NAIDOC
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Homelessness Week (#HW2022) is here and it's time to shine a light on the huge and growing numbers of unaccompanied young people who are presenting alone to homelessness services. A national plan to #endyouthhomelessness is needed urgently.

Homelessness Week (#HW2022) is here and it's time to shine a light on the huge and growing numbers of unaccompanied young people who are presenting alone to homelessness services. A national plan to #endyouthhomelessness is needed urgently.
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Our CEO Lex Nadine Lutherborrow recently told The Sydney Morning Herald that support for early intervention programs is crucial to addressing the 'hidden homelessness' that thousands of young people are experiencing. Read the article here: bit.ly/3O7FjiA #NHW2022

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"I wanted to write a piece to give to my community." We're proud of Tilly, one of our scholarship recipients, for using her musical talent to bring hope to her community after devastating loss. ab.co/3R1NPRs via ABC Australia

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The economic effects of the pandemic & rapidly changing jobs market will disproportionately impact young people for years to come. As the Jobs and Skills Summit gets underway, we’re calling on all attendees & the Albanese government to consider the plight of young Australians.

The economic effects of the pandemic & rapidly changing jobs market will disproportionately impact young people for years to come. As the Jobs and Skills Summit gets underway, we’re calling on all attendees & the Albanese government to consider the plight of young Australians.
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Becoming homeless after a traumatic experience left Sean feeling scared and isolated. Now he wants to use his music to let others know they aren’t alone. Watch Sean's powerful cover of 'Running Up That Hill' now! youtu.be/Np9RZAHPy1Y

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Exciting news today that NSW Govt will extend care to 21yrs for young people in OOHC. Now it’s time for a National Child and Youth Homelessness Pan to give them the extended support they need on leaving care. #endyouthhomelessness smh.com.au/politics/nsw/b…

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Evidence shows that putting children and young people behind bars does far more harm than good. We need to address the root causes of youth offending rather than rely on punitive responses. #raisetheage #youthjustice #prevention #auspol bit.ly/3AhCXIP

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Read how our schools are providing education, holistic support and a sense of belonging to at-risk young people: dailytelegraph.com.au/new-south-wale… via The Daily Telegraph

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Watch houses are a “traumatic” setting for children to be held in, with no trauma-informed responses provided. Read more from our Acting Director, Youth Support Services Michelle Ackerman here. theguardian.com/australia-news…

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Last month we hosted our Premier Partner, RBC, and their charity partner, Youth Off The Streets, for a performance of Come From Away Australia! RBC is committed to supporting youth and celebrating the Arts and we were pleased to create a unique theatre experience for young people in need.