Who we are
Youth Off The Streets is a leading Australian youth services organisation. We transform the lives of young people in need by providing safety, support and opportunities to build a better future.
Our news & stories
From scarcity to success
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.
When home is where the hurt is
Young people’s experiences of domestic and family violence often in end in homelessness. Neither issue will be solved if we don’t start listening to their stories and developing solutions that meet their needs.
Walking together towards reconciliation
Jacqui Parker – Walking Together Project co-creator – says it’s time for non-Indigenous Australians to roll up their sleeves to achieve reconciliation.
The scale of the problem
12 to 24-year-olds are homeless on any given night in Australia
1 in 5
young Australians report high levels of psychological distress
%
of our clients have experienced domestic and family violence
1 in 7
15 to 24-year-olds live below the poverty line