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Posted Oct 17, 2018

One little thing can change your whole life

Collecting stories about people’s experiences and the change in their lives is an important way that BYS understands whether we are working well and making a difference for people who use our services. This is one young person’s story Before I was with BYS I was lost, hopeless, depressed and anxious about my surroundings […]

Posted Sep 19, 2018

Rochele Painting – BYS Partner Announcement

It is with great pleasure we announce Rochele Painting as an official Brisbane Youth Service partner for 2018/19. As part of their Painting with Purpose initiative, Rochele Painting have committed $20,000 in-kind to Brisbane Youth Service over the next 12 months. Rochele Painting will work closely with BYS to provide free painting services for housing managed […]

Posted Sep 18, 2018

Alexilum’s ‘Under Cover’ mission to help young people in need

Sam Miller is a long-time supporter and friend of Brisbane Youth Service. From making regular, personal donations to getting his workplace involved in fundraising activities, Sam has made a real difference in many young lives through his generous contributions over the years. When setting up his own company recently, it was important to Sam that giving […]

Posted Sep 14, 2018

Gala on the Green – you are invited

You’re invited to… Saturday, 13 October | 5:30pm-11pm The Calile Hotel, Grand Ballroom Gala on the Green is an annual black-tie charity event supporting local charity, Brisbane Youth Service. You’ll enjoy a 5-hour drinks package, canapes & live music against a backdrop of the brand new venue, luxury boutique The Calile Hotel. […]

Posted Sep 14, 2018

Rainbow Project

The Rainbow Project is a BYS initiative to recognise, and respond to, the unique needs of young LGBTIQ+ people. In 2017-18, one in 5 of the young people BYS supported identified as LGBTIQ+. Created and managed by our passionate staff, the program includes: organising safe and inclusive activities reviewing our policies and practice to ensure […]

Posted Sep 14, 2018

Random Hacks of Kindness (RHoK)

Brisbane Youth Service is privileged to have been selected as one of the community groups that RHoK supports. RHoK are working with BYS to develop an app or online tool that young people can use to engage with BYS. On the 28/29 July, a weekend hackathon was held and the experts got to work for BYS. […]

Posted Sep 14, 2018

Wellness And Relapse Prevention EDucation (WARPED)

WARPED is a Brisbane Youth Service group for young people who have made positive changes to their substance use, or are finding it difficult to maintain the changes they have made with their substance use due to their social networks and/or cravings. The group is held every Thursday at the BYS Hub, 42 McLachlan St, […]

Posted Sep 13, 2018

Onsite Counselling Program Survey

The Brisbane Youth Service onsite counselling program is seeking feedback from young people. Whether you are a past and/or present client of the service, saw a psychologist once, or had some brief dealings with the program, we would like to hear from you! Check out our short survey via Survey Monkey. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BYSPsych-Feedback Open until the […]

Posted Sep 13, 2018

DA’Burger Fans Provide Free Meals for Local Homeless Youth

Long-time and loyal friend of Brisbane Youth Service, DA’Burger New Farm, are passionate about making Brisbane’s most DA’licious burgers. But what many might not know is that Founders, James and Wendy are also dedicated to creating opportunities for vulnerable young people who need help – employing those who have been homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless and […]

Posted Aug 30, 2018

Get on Ya Feet Packs

During Homelessness Week 2018, BYS launched our new ‘Get on Ya Feet’ packs – a high quality backpack, shoes, sleeping bag and other key items to provide comfort to young people living on the street. This project is extra special as it was initiated by young people, Simon and Tahnee, for young people. The packs […]

Posted Aug 30, 2018

Community Domestic Violence Training

BYS recently partnered with Joe Kelly MP, Member for Greenslopes, to deliver Domestic Violence Training for people who work in local hair dressing and beauty salons. This initiative draws on the expertise of Brisbane Youth Service to provide training to help prevent domestic violence and provide support for victims. Professionals who work in the hair dressing and […]

Posted Aug 30, 2018

Street Outreach

Brisbane Youth Service runs a weekly Street Outreach program, focused on engaging with homeless and at risk young people in the Brisbane CBD, particularly those who are at risk of problematic alcohol or other drug use. In 17/18, BYS provided 770 occasions of outreach support to at-risk young people. The Queensland Police Service provided funding […]