Christopher John: Here for Logan – YFS’ commitment to its community
“What gets me out of bed is making sure I can support people in delivering services that help those who are most vulnerable in our community.
I think Logan, being the fourth largest council in Queensland, is going to have a great need, even 10 years on, and YFS will still be here doing the work. It’s in our DNA.”
Misiafa Fitisemanu: A people first approach
“Knowing that our services and our values are first and foremost about people makes me so proud.”
Tony Sharp: Building pathways to sustainability
“Substation33 helps people who have been marginalised from mainstream employment. We give young people a place to actually feel safe.”
Melanie Evans: Maintaining the essence of YFS
“YFS came from the local community in the first place and that is where it’s stayed. Yes, it’s changed and evolved, but at our core we are place-based, and that helps us meet people’s needs.”
Simon Schmidtke: Joy in innovation
“I’ve typically been more focussed on the environmental and technological aspects of my work, but seeing the change in people at Substation33, their progress as they move through the enterprise – it’s a powerful experience.”
Becky: Power of persistence
“YFS doesn’t give up, doesn’t say it’s too difficult. We are persistent – I’m really proud of that.”
Kirsty: Weaving kindness
“The thing that underpins all of this is kindness – and being genuine, because people know when you’re not. We all have a responsibility to tread lightly in this world.”
Joe: Support in the legal system
“A lot of people, understandably, can feel lost in a courtroom. I see the difference that our service makes.”
Nick: Solid foundations for the next generation
“When [university] students come in we try to give them the best possible placement so they are ready for whatever journey they take. You only get one chance to lay the foundations for your practice and you want to get that right.”
Tamara Charlton: Family and doing what it takes
“I realised that I’m not in this world to make money for other people. I’m in this world to help people who are doing it tough.”