Family violence forced Michael to live on the streets. With no clear pathway out of homelessness, he became trapped in a cycle of survival that ultimately led to offending behaviour.
A Youth Off The Streets scholarship helped Arnold balance university, family responsibilities and the rising cost of study.
At 16, Mariam and her sister became homeless after years of family violence and neglect. With the right support, they found safety, stability and the chance to rebuild their future.
The Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) program is helping young people move beyond substance misuse through connection, confidence and small, achievable goals.
Homelessness and family violence often remain hidden but schools can play a critical role in recognising the early signs and connecting young people with the support they need.
For Ben*, recovery from trauma didn’t begin with a big intervention. It started with something as simple as a cup of tea.
By embedding counselling within the school day, we help ensure young people can access consistent, trusted support when they need it most.
This Refugee Week, Adina Dawod shares how she supports young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds to overcome challenges and build new lives in Australia.
Our CEO Judy Barraclough reflects on why lasting change for at-risk young people doesn’t start with crisis interventions, but with the quiet moments of connection that too often go unseen.
When Layla* received support early through a small act of care from a caseworker, it prevented crisis from becoming a lifelong pattern.