We've put together some events, activities, groups and hubs for you - the young members of our community. Youth programs are for young people aged 12 - 25 years old unless stated otherwise.
Our Youth Hubs, Youth Programs and School Based Programs are safe and inclusive spaces for all young people.
Youth Hubs
We have youth hubs all over the region where you can hang out after school. Our drop-in programs offer a bunch of fun activities like cooking, arts and crafts, board and video games, personal development, and social time with friends in a safe and supportive environment.
All youth hubs are free to attend and we provide light snacks.
The hubs are open during school terms only.
Geelong Youth Hub
A new youth hub in central Geelong will be coming to the corner Gheringhap Street and Transit Place (the old 'Busport' building) in January 2025.
Detailed design work has been completed after young people in Geelong told us what the space needs in surveys and workshops over the last few months. Renders and a floor plan are available to view via the have your say page.
Construction is set to begin in September 2024 with opportunities for young people to be involved in activating the space via the Geelong Youth Hub have your say page.
School and Community programs
We offer a range of Youth Health and Wellbeing programs to be delivered in school and educational spaces that enhance students knowledge and experiences of health, wellbeing and inclusion.
These programs can be tailored and extended to community groups and organisations.
| Inclusive Practice Training |
Educating schools and community groups on the barriers experienced by the LGBTIQA+ community. |
| Love Bites |
Respectful relationships training that provides young people a safe environment to explore healthy relationships. |
| Teen Mental Health First Aid |
Increase the capacity of young people to support their peers to find help for mental-health problems. |
| CelebrateYOU |
A program for young people aiming to promote body confidence and increase self-esteem. |
| Stand Out |
Creating a safe and inclusive environment for the school’s rainbow community. |
Stand Out Community of Practice (SOCOP)
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An program providing direct support to schools delivering Stand Out Groups within their School. |
| Youth Mental Health First Aid |
Focusing on how to assist adolescents who are experiencing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. |