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Kinahoi’s story: “You can overcome anything”
Having spent years in and out of detention, it took the sudden loss of a family member, the support of a youth worker and his own inner strength for Kinahoi to turn his life around.
A new CEO: Judy Barraclough
Judy Barraclough will join the organisation on 12 April 2023.
Poppy’s story: “We can create something special”
Poppy and Christopher – mentee and mentor from our National Scholarship Program – share how they’re breaking down intergenerational boundaries.
Our leaders #BreakTheBias
This International Women’s Day, four of our female leaders talk about what the day means to them, women they admire and the importance of lifting each other up.
Jennifer’s story: Driven to perform
After receiving a performing arts scholarship, Jennifer Mackenzie – also known as Efa – is chasing after her dream of becoming a household name.
“Keep fighting for their rights”
Katie Brennan has firsthand experience of the positive impact of child protection. Now, as Youth Off The Streets’ Refuges Team Leader, she describes how she and her team provide young people with the safety and support they need.
Beny’s story: Passion, patience and dedication
Beny Bol is passionate about supporting young people in need to achieve their dreams, and that’s why he was recently awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia.
National Volunteer Week: “This is something that anyone can do!”
We celebrate the generous volunteers who work with Youth Off The Streets to make a difference in young people and their communities.
A new CEO: Lex Nadine Lutherborrow
After eight years with Youth Off The Streets, Lex Nadine Lutherborrow was appointed by Father Riley and the Youth Off The Streets Board as CEO in 2020. Find out more about Lex.