The Need

Imagine if our youth had to grow up in a country where:

Suicide is the leading cause of death for young people

1 in 10 people live below the national poverty line

1 in 3 young males and 1 in 6 females say they have endured physical abuse

1 in 4 school students are affected by bullying

1 in 4 young people aged 16–24 years have a mental disorder or illness

1 in 5 young people aged 16–24 years have used illicit drugs

Unfortunately you don't have to imagine this, as these aren’t just statistics, this is the reality for young people in Australia today.

Each day, Youth Opportunities works with young people who are confronted with these harsh realities, to help them make the right choices and create a better future for themselves.

It is their journeys that will show you why the work we do is so important and how it is helping them to change their lives.