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Young people get creative to overcome challenges
(People and communities)
isn't your typical art show. The final exhibition and graduation night is the culmination of Mission Australia's Creative Youth Initiative (CYI) Artworks! program. The six-month course is run for young people aged 16 to 25 who are facing varied...
Created on 29 November 2017 -
Mission Australia releases Annual Report 2017
(Media and updates)
in the 2016-17 financial year. Some highlights from the 2016-17 year: 21,000 young people responded to our 15th annual youth survey in 2016. The findings provide evidence to inform our services and be a strong voice for disadvantaged youth. We...
Created on 22 November 2017 -
Socio-economic status creates challenges for young people
(Media and updates)
Mission Australia’s Concepts of Community report released today highlights further findings from Mission Australia’s Youth Survey 2016, which show that young people from different socio-economic backgrounds across Australia have different experiences...
Created on 24 October 2017 -
Mission Australia Concepts of Community report
Mission Australia’s Concepts of Community report released October 2017 uses data from the Mission Australia Youth Survey 2016 to provide an understanding of the different issues and challenges facing young people from different socio-economic...
Created on 24 October 2017 -
Concepts of Community infographic
This two-page infographic is taken from the Mission Australia Concepts of Community report. It provides key findings and recommendations.
Created on 24 October 2017 -
Could you survive on $38 dollars a day?
(Media and updates)
that they just don’t have anything to spare after paying their rent and bills. Budgets are even tighter when living off the Youth Allowance, a payment that is designed to support young people as they finish their studies, undertake an apprenticeship or...
Created on 19 October 2017 -
'Homelessness broke me': Zoe’s story
(Safe homes)
and remains connected to support networks. For the first time in her life, she is excited and optimistic about her future. Youth homelessness in Australia: People of all ages and backgrounds — including women, children, families, young people and older...
Created on 04 October 2017 -
Social and affordable housing is key to the future of national housing policy
(Media and updates)
care approach There are many effective models of supported accommodation that cater for particular needs. This includes: Youth Foyers which link young people to education and employment while they are safely accommodated; rehabilitation facilities for...
Created on 27 September 2017 -
Smooth sailing thanks to Spin 180
(People and communities)
family breakdown and was at risk of becoming homeless. Today, the 16-year-old has just competed in a prestigious national youth Regatta in Sydney after turning his life around in our Spin 180 program in Darwin. Spin 180 Youth Homelessness Support Worker...
Created on 26 September 2017 -
Mission Australia, Vinnies and Anglicare Australia say inadequate income support payments are leading to poverty
(Media releases)
Society National Council and Anglicare Australia are calling on the Commonwealth Government to recognise that Newstart and Youth Allowance payments are not enough to cover the cost of living. New figures released by the Social Policy Research Centre...
Created on 26 September 2017 -
Beyond supply
(Safe homes)
security. The inadequacy of social security payments has been well critiqued, particularly the very low payment levels for Youth Allowance and Newstart at just $436 and $535.60 per fortnight respectively. We have a highly targeted social security system...
Created on 25 September 2017 -
Positive pathways preventing detention for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
(Media and updates)
more than a year since ABC TV’s Four Corners exposed the abuse and punishment of vulnerable children at Darwin's Don Dale Youth Detention Centre, sparking a Royal Commission. Last year the Queensland Government also called an independent review into...
Created on 19 September 2017 -
Prevention of youth suicide in NSW
Youth suicide is an escalating issue in NSW that requires timely and effective responses. We welcome the opportunity to provide input to the inquiry on the prevention of youth suicide in NSW. This submission focuses on the terms of reference in...
Created on 12 September 2017 -
Prevention of youth suicide in NSW
Youth suicide is an escalating issue in NSW that requires timely and effective responses. We welcome the opportunity to provide input to the inquiry on the prevention of youth suicide in NSW. This submission focuses on the terms of reference in...
Created on 12 September 2017 -
Spring newsletter 2017
(Newsletters)
and everyone in between and beyond, your support is making a tangible impact for people across the country every day. Our Youth Mental Health and Homelessness Report shows we’ve got a big job ahead of us to adequately assist young people on their...
Created on 31 August 2017 -
Together we Trek
(Spring newsletter 2017)
target, the money will go directly towards launching a new Missionbeat service in the Northern Territory to support youth experiencing homelessness or in need of assistance. “There's something truly timeless and magical about the Larapinta Trail...”...
Created on 31 August 2017 -
Cassie’s letter of thanks
(Safe homes)
Year 10. She’s currently completing Year 11 as well as a certificate in child studies, and one day hopes to become a youth worker. Tamara recently received this letter from Cassie, whose life has turned around completely thanks to the support she...
Created on 30 August 2017 -
Brighter DAYS ahead for Perth youth
(Safe homes)
A recent expansion and refurbishment has refreshed Mission Australia's Drug and Alcohol Youth Service (DAYS) with modern, youth-friendly facilities, extra floor space, and importantly more beds for those who need them....
Created on 04 August 2017 -
Youth Mental Health and Homelessness Report says early intervention is key
(Media and updates)
In the lead up to Homelessness Week (7-13 August), Mission Australia’s Youth Mental Health and Homelessness Report released today gives findings from the Mission Australia Youth Survey, showing poor family functioning and serious mental illness are...
Created on 03 August 2017 -
Youth mental health and homelessness report infographic
This two-page infographic is taken from the Mission Australia Youth Mental Health and Homelessness Report . It provides a summary of the key findings and recommendations of the report.
Created on 01 August 2017
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