Our independent high schools work hard to ensure that young people disconnected from mainstream education don’t fall through the gaps.
“I belong in places where I can thrive”
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“Young people need to feel safety and trust to disclose”
How can we talk to young people about domestic, family and sexual violence? Youth Off The Streets’ Kylie Sharp takes us through the approach of our training program, Safe Conversations.
Lily’s story: “You only need one person to take a chance on you”
Learn how Lily became one of the first women in her family to graduate from high school – with the support of our Education team.
“School refusal is a symptom of something bigger”
Commonly mislabeled as truancy or ‘bad behaviour’ by young people, school refusal is often a symptom of much deeper issues that require caring, consistent responses.
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.
Elodie’s* story: “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.
“For the first time, I’ve finished what I’ve started”
Students enrolled in Youth Off The Streets’ SOLAR Program are honing their soft skills – alongside their artistic ones.
Taj’s story: Finding his purpose
After enrolling at Chapel School, Taj has re-engaged with his education and discovered his passion for zookeeping.
Anthony and Johnny’s stories: Going the distance
Meet Anthony and Jonny – two talented student athletes who made us proud at the recent regional AICES athletics championships.
How woodworking helps young people carve their own path
New woodworking classes in Youth Off The Streets’ SOLAR Program help students learn practical skills from positive role models.