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Locations Nationwide

29 million

Participations annually

13000

Staff and Volunteers

The Y is for every Australian. A welcoming place, a safe space and full of people who want to make the world a better place with and for young people.

We offer a wide range of programs and services that support children, young people and the broader community.

From early learning and kindergarten programs to meaningful career pathways, through to recreation and other supports for older Australians.

We’ve been building communities and supporting young people since 1844.

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Who We Are

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Our Mission

We help young people and communities grow, creating opportunities to make a positive difference.

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Our Vision

We believe in a world where young people can reach their full potential.

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Our Values

Care, honesty, respect and responsibility guide us to create safe and inclusive spaces for everyone.

Find Your Local Program

Use our interactive map to search for Y facilities in your area. With over 680 facilities nationwide, we offer a wide range of programs and services for children, young people and the whole community.

The Y Australia is the national office of Y’s across Australia, with 12 Associations who provide services country-wide.

Can’t find what you’re looking for?
Click here to contact our state-based Associations

Our Associations

The Y has member associations in every state and territory of Australia; each delivers programs and services that are tailored for the most impact in their local communities.
Explore the work of your local Y association.

 

Y Australia

Head Office

Y Queensland

Head Office

Y Bundaberg

Head Office

Y Canberra

Head Office

Y Services

Head Office

Y Geelong

Head Office

Y Ballarat

Head Office

Y Hobart

Head Office

Y Northern Territory

Head Office

Y WA

Head Office

Y South Australia

Head Office

Y NSW

Head Office

Y Victoria

Head Office

Y Whittlesea

Head Office

Y Safeguarding

Head Office

Y Careers

Head Office

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Join Our Movement

The Y has over 12,000 staff and 1,500 volunteers nationwide. We work in partnership with local and state government, corporates, not-for-profits, and local businesses to drive positive change in communities across the country. Get involved today.

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The Y Australia

Level 1, 2 Bristol Street,
Essendon Fields VIC 3041
Australia

(03) 9699 7655
[email protected]

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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land in which we live and work, and recognise their connection to land, water and community. 
We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to their elders past and present.

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