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The Youth Work Matters campaign calls on all parties to make a historic investment into the young people’s lives at the 2022 State Election, so that every young person in Victoria has the support and opportunities to achieve what they want in life.
In order for policy-makers and Victoria to take historic action on young people, we need historic support from the youth sector, young people and other supporters.
For the Youth Sector
The Youth Work Matters campaign is a collective effort by the youth sector. You can add your voice and showcase the impact you have on young people and the community.
Write to your local MP
Let your local member of parliament, ministers and other political candidates know about the value youth services provide to young people and the wider community.
Understand the economic impact of youth services
Deloitte has analysed the return on investment of youth work services. Find out how investing in young people more than pays for itself, and leads to a better future for Victoria.
Share the campaign
Spread the word with your community via social media.
Share stories of young people you’ve supported
Share a story of how you’ve supported young people in your community.
You can also read other youth worker stories here
For Young People
Write to your local MP
Let your local member of parliament, ministers and other political candidates know about what services and support you’d like to see for young people in your community.
Share the campaign
Spread the word with your community via social media.
Share a story of how a youth worker supported you
Share a story of how a youth worker supported you in the community.
Join a local program for young people in your community
There’s nothing more powerful than getting involved in your local community! Look up what youth services and programs are happening in your local community, or if there are any groups you can join related to an issue you’re passionate about.
For Policymakers
Learn about why investing in young people is good for your community
Deloitte has analysed the return on investment of youth work services. Find out how investing in young people more than pays for itself, and leads to a better future for Victoria.
Meet your local youth service
Visit your local youth service, and see for yourself the incredible contribution that young people and youth services have on the local community.
If you're not sure where your local youth service is, contact us at policy@yacvic.org.au and we can connect with you.
Make a speech in Parliament
Tell your colleagues in Parliament why Youth Work Matters. Contact us at policy@yacvic.org.au for support.
Dedicate a day to meet with young people
Demonstrate your commitment to young people and acting on their concerns, by dedicating a day where you meet only with young people. Contact us at policy@yacvic.org.au
Share the campaign
Spread the word with your constituents using social media.
For Media
Learn about how investing in young people benefits the community
Deloitte has analysed the return on investment of youth work services. Find out how investing in young people more than pays for itself, and leads to a better future for Victoria.
Write a story about a young person
You can cover our campaign by writing a story about a young person who has been supported by a youth service or a group of young people. We have case studies and young people who are eager to share their story.
Get in contact with YACVic Media and Communications Manager, Thomas Feng (he/him) via tfeng@yacvic.org.au.
Write a story about a youth service
You can cover our campaign by writing a story about a youth service and how they have supported young people to achieve their goals, despite the ongoing challenges from the pandemic. We have case studies and youth services who are eager to share their story.
Get in contact with YACVic Media and Communications Manager, Thomas Feng (he/him) via tfeng@yacvic.org.au.
Explore the Youth Work Matters Campaign
Find out more about our key asks here
Hear directly from a youth worker
Contact Us
Contact our policy team at policy@yacvic.org.au
Contact our communications team at communications@yacvic.org.au