When family difficulties prevented Shah Alif from accessing further education, he found support through a Youth Off The Streets scholarship.
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Choosing alternative schooling: a mother’s story
Simona* shares how alternative schooling at Youth Off The Streets improved her daughter’s academic performance and mental health.
“I am proud to be a student at Bowen College”
Elodie explains how Youth Off The Streets’ alternative schools helped her overcome personal challenges and achieve her goals.
Crisis averted
Find out how Youth Off The Streets’ refuges assist young people to obtain safe and stable housing, learn new skills and take steps towards a positive future.
What to say when they’re not okay
It’s important to talk about mental health with our loved ones – but how do we respond if someone says they’re struggling? We speak to psychologist Sally Roseby to find out.
Calming Kobe boosts our students’ wellbeing
Meet Kobe — a certified wellbeing dog who brings emotional safety, comfort and support to students at The Lakes College. We speak to his handler, teacher Natasha Matthews.