Enhancing positive relationships between young people and the Police was the driving force behind the SA Police internship Program with… Read more
In 1958 SYC was founded through the sheer strength and conviction of local volunteers. There were 85 volunteers who came… Read more
05 Oct 18
SYC’s history of creating safe places for young people to access support services, necessities and make healthy social connections. “It gave us shelter, food, someone to talk to and a safe space to take a nap during the day,” Belinda said. Read more
Thanks to the generous support of Jaymel Airconditioning and EY, six HYPA Housing apartments have had reverse cycle air-conditioning installed and the young tenants couldn’t be happier with the results. Read more
In the 1960s the demand for SYC’s services increased dramatically. The number of young people needing assistance stretched both paid… Read more
15 Aug 18
SYC’s Streetwork Program was a fundamental aspect of the organisation when it began in 1958. It supported the growing number of young people who felt disconnected and isolated from the wider community. Read more
08 Aug 18
In 2012 Project Tag saw a massive interactive mural on North Terrace in Adelaide, unveiled on National Youth Homelessness Day. Young people with lived experience of homelessness contributed to the conversation, fighting community stigma. Read more
In October 1974, SYC hosted one of its most ambitious fundraising ventures to date, South Australia’s first ever open air rock concert ‘Ridgetop Festival’ featuring Daddy Cool. See more... Read more
22 Jun 18
Our Geared2Drive program provides cars and volunteer supervising drivers so young people, who would otherwise be unable to get a… Read more
15 Jun 18
Con Finos’ role as Hindmarsh Youth Worker during the early 1980’s was a challenge, but one that he rose… Read more
