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Thanks to the generosity of the Adventure Connect team, young people from across SJYS were able to leave the city behind and head to the Murray for two days of fun and relaxation. Adventure Connect volunteers drove young people and workers from Foyer
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South Australian joint statement against the Religious Discrimination Bill We the undersigned represent a range of researchers, community service organisations and advocacy groups that support communities throughout South Australia. We are united in our concerns about the draft Religious Discrimination Bill and its
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Homelessness matters. On any given night across Australia over 116,000 people are experiencing homelessness. Over 40% are young people and children. This number has increased by 27,000 people over the past decade and continues to climb. Homelessness matters. The risk of death on
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SJYS Outreach Worker, Kylie Wanganeen, is a proud Kaurna and Narungga Woman, committed to supporting community and supporting young people out of crisis. Housing crisis can be particularly acute for young Aboriginal people, who are often dealing with a range of complex issues.
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I don’t remember exactly when things changed between me and my dad. I don’t remember exactly when dad’s kind words and encouragement disappeared. I do remember the day I left for good. I was 15-years-old. Before then I had run away constantly. I’d
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