Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # YFS Building independence and participation ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.yfs.org.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [YFS news archives](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-news-archives/) - News Seeing the whole person: YFS’ Financial Hub ‘When someone learns how to accurately track their expenses and save money, it can literally be life-changing. Being able to live free from financial stress, sometimes for Read More » 1st April 2026 No Comments News Step by Step: Helping young families thrive “We have young parents who would - [Seeing the whole person: YFS’ Financial Hub](https://www.yfs.org.au/seeing-the-whole-person-yfs-financial-hub/) - Seeing the whole person: YFS’ Financial Hub ‘When someone learns how to accurately track their expenses and save money, it can literally be life-changing. Being able to live free from financial stress, sometimes for the first time in your life, is a game-changer.’ The Financial Hub team When someone reaches out to the Financial Hub because they need help managing their - [Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service and YFS join forces for youth justice in Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-community-health-service-and-yfs-join-forces-for-youth-justice-in-logan/) - PARTNERSHIP: The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service and YFS have joined forces. Jimboomba Times | July 17 2019 – 5:00PMTWO youth service organisations in Logan have embraced a Queensland government initiative to guide young people at risk of committing crimes or reoffending.This comes after the Queensland government faced pressure over revelations of - [Step by Step: Helping young families thrive ](https://www.yfs.org.au/step-by-step-helping-young-families-thrive/) - Step by Step: Helping young families thrive “We have young parents who would never walk into a playgroup at a library or other space feel welcome and safe here…” With a level of flexibility in how they deliver services, Step by Step creatively support families with a range of offerings which young parents aged 25 and younger can choose to engage - [SHINE: Domestic and family violence support in the Scenic Rim](https://www.yfs.org.au/shine-domestic-and-family-violence-support-in-the-scenic-rim/) - SHINE: Domestic and family violence support in the Scenic Rim YFS is the regional domestic and family violence (DFV) service provider across the Scenic Rim, Beaudesert, Jimboomba and surrounding areas¹, helping improve the safety and well-being of women and children experiencing domestic and family violence, abuse, and coercive control. YFS also seeks to hold perpetrators responsible for their violence and can provide referrals to YFS’ Responsible Mens program or other behaviour interventions. Safety. Healing. Independence. New Beginnings. Empowerment. During the 2024-25 - [Aimee McVeigh: Collaborations creating change](https://www.yfs.org.au/aimee-mcveigh-collaborations-creating-change/) - “YFS stands up wherever there's an opportunity to make a change. It is a willing and collaborative partner, and we see YFS innovating and achieving outcomes in its community and across the state because of its collaborative approach.” - [Tougher laws not the solution to youth crime in Logan: Expert](https://www.yfs.org.au/tougher-laws-not-the-solution-to-youth-crime-in-logan/) - YOUTH JUSTICE: There have been 16 teenagers charged with a string of offences in the Logan Police District since June 21. By Jacob Wilson, Jimboomba Times | August 9 2019 – 6:30PMA LEADING criminal justice expert has warned tougher laws are not the solution to stem the flow of repeat youth offending in areas like - [Party safely: Supervising teenager parties](https://www.yfs.org.au/party-safely-supervising-teenager-parties/) - Did you know that if you are an adult and you host a party for a teenager, you take on the responsibility for the party? It’s your role to supervise it. This means you shouldn’t be drinking alcohol. Logan’s community legal service YFS Legal has produced a great short video, offering more info. Watch it - [YFS helps men take responsibility for domestic and family violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-helps-men-take-responsibility-for-domestic-and-family-violence/) - A specialist YFS team is helping more men than ever before to realise their violent behaviour is harmful, and must be stopped.Each week, the team of seven behaviour change facilitators at Logan works with about 75 men—from the homeless to men of wealth—helping them relearn their beliefs about power and control, and change their attitudes - [Maria Leebeek: Community connections for hopeful futures](https://www.yfs.org.au/maria-leebeek-community-connections-for-hopeful-futures/) - “The strength of YFS is in the relationships it has with people, the trust that the community has in the organisation, and the organisation’s ability to work together to make change because lasting change only happens through those processes.” - [Rangi: Kicking goals, creating change](https://www.yfs.org.au/rangi-kicking-goals-creating-change/) - “You can’t change someone, they have to want it for themself. [But] you can speak truth to them, check in on them.” - [Logan Elders: Relationships built on deep listening](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-elders-story/) - “It’s good to know YFS are here and will listen and help. They understand culture really well because they invite the Elders to come in and tell the workers how our Aboriginal community operates.” - [Christopher John: Here for Logan - YFS’ commitment to its community ](https://www.yfs.org.au/christopher-john-story/) - “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.” - [Melanie Evans: Maintaining the essence of YFS](https://www.yfs.org.au/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.” - [Pauline: The importance of being heard](https://www.yfs.org.au/pauline-the-importance-of-being-heard/) - 2023 was the hardest year of Pauline’s life. A business owner and mother to five beautiful children, after losing her younger brother to mental health struggles and herself suffering from domestic violence, Pauline’s mental health deteriorated significantly.“I had a business, I was raising five kids, I had a home…I had it all.”“[But] by December, I - [Shane Dillion: Delivering dignity through empathy](https://www.yfs.org.au/shane-dillion-delivering-dignity-through-empathy/) - “The lessons that I learned at YFS made me the practitioner that I am today, and I’ve taken them into every role I’ve held since.” - [Tarina: Connected in community](https://www.yfs.org.au/tarina-connected-in-community/) - “YFS are like family. They’re a big support to me. They care.” - [Misiafa Fitisemanu: A people first approach](https://www.yfs.org.au/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](https://www.yfs.org.au/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.” - [Simon Schmidtke: Joy in innovation](https://www.yfs.org.au/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.” - [Sue Lannen: Bringing people together](https://www.yfs.org.au/sue-lannen-bringing-people-together/) - “It wasn’t about the money, no one came to YFS for money. It was always about your commitment and wanting to do something for the community. We were all on the same page about that.” - [Cheryl: Opening new doors](https://www.yfs.org.au/cheryl-opening-new-doors/) - “It’s the little things, like being able to cook with something other than a microwave. Or being able to do a load of washing whenever you want.” - [Tammy: Steadfast support](https://www.yfs.org.au/tammy-steadfast-support/) - “They are very good people. They have good hearts.” - [Becky: Power of persistence](https://www.yfs.org.au/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.” - [Logan City Council: Relationships of change](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-city-council-relationships-of-change/) - "YFS is the go-to service for anyone who needs support. It has such a large scope and there’s so many things it does that impacts people’s lives." - [Jackson Hills: Better together](https://www.yfs.org.au/jackson-hills-better-together/) - “YFS is always on the precipice of wanting to better understand the community’s needs, so they can position their service to be as effective as possible.” - [Lillian Ford: A new chapter](https://www.yfs.org.au/lillian-ford-a-new-chapter/) - “They didn’t have to do that – to spend so much time with me and reassure and support me. Afterwards I was able to calm down and safely get home, which was a massive thing for me.” - [Taylar Wright: Building a circle of support](https://www.yfs.org.au/taylar-wright-building-a-circle-of-support/) - “YFS has been a big, big support for me. I never felt like I had anyone on my side, I always felt like everyone was against me. As a parent, as a person.” - [Noeleen: Flying Free](https://www.yfs.org.au/noeleen-flying-free/) - “For anyone who’s out there in the same situation, it’s so scary. But I would definitely recommend SHINE. It’s a really good way to escape. They’re totally supportive in every way you could possibly think of.” - [Victoria Parker: Transformative partnerships, intergenerational opportunities](https://www.yfs.org.au/victoria-parker-transformative-partnerships-intergenerational-opportunities/) - “That transference of expert advice from these young mums who have lived experience of disadvantage and housing instability and domestic violence…it has led to this solution.” - [Jane: A Strong Family](https://www.yfs.org.au/jane-a-strong-family/) - “I keep coming back to YFS. They really listen to your story and understand the angle you’re coming from.” - [Karyn Walsh: Partnering for zero](https://www.yfs.org.au/karyn-walsh-partnering-for-zero/) - “There’s no border for someone who is experiencing homelessness. So you really need to be collaborating across areas to make sure people don’t have to start all over again.” - [Judith Hunter: Compassion in lifelong learning](https://www.yfs.org.au/judith-hunter-compassion-in-lifelong-learning/) - “I think the thing that always amazed me was how resilient the people that we were supporting were. They’d get up and try again when things went wrong, they'd find ways to make things work, and with our help they could find really positive, effective ways.” - [Samantha Barnett: Christmas Elf](https://www.yfs.org.au/samantha-barnett-christmas-elf/) - “I don’t ever want a child to feel isolated and different because they can’t access the same things as other kids…these kids are our future and I want all of them to know the world is full of love and opportunity.” - [Meegan: Growing a skilled, steadfast team](https://www.yfs.org.au/meegan-growing-a-skilled-steadfast-team/) - “Seeing colleagues and staff members evolve in their professional development – it is really satisfying, such a win-win scenario.” - [Jodie: Love, laughter, and reconnecting with family](https://www.yfs.org.au/jodie-love-laughter-and-reconnecting-with-family/) - “My girls have seen me bounce back, with a bit of support. [My YFS worker], she really had my back. She guided me and had a huge impact.” - [Casey: Finding financial freedom](https://www.yfs.org.au/casey-finding-financial-freedom/) - "Financial literacy is everything. Our system, our whole society runs on a financial system and if you don't know how to use that system, then you become downtrodden." - [Philip Beresford: A commitment to morality](https://www.yfs.org.au/philip-beresford-a-commitment-to-morality/) - “YFS is making such a difference to the community that I live in that it encourages me to keep giving and try to make it more effective to achieve [even] more for more people.” - [Cath Bartolo: Like a family...a very big family.](https://www.yfs.org.au/cath-bartolo-like-a-family-a-very-big-family/) - “By being at YFS for a long time, I was privileged to see the changes that occurred in our clients’ lives over many years. They would return to YFS to tell us about their employment, their homes, and their children’s education – a result of YFS’ influence in their lives.” - [Tamara Charlton: Family and doing what it takes](https://www.yfs.org.au/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.” - [Amy: Strategic steps to safety](https://www.yfs.org.au/amy-strategic-steps-to-safety/) - “They were like a breath of fresh air, right from the start. They literally pulled everything together...I will be forever grateful to the team.” - [Nick: Solid foundations for the next generation](https://www.yfs.org.au/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.” - [Chris-Maree Sultmann: Building Capacity for Care](https://www.yfs.org.au/chris-maree-sultmann-building-capacity-for-care/) - “With rapid growth and expansion, organisations and people within them can oftentimes lose their way...I think YFS has done a remarkable job of holding on to its founding ethos of existing for this community – to confront disadvantage and to walk alongside those in need.” - [Rosie Bell: An abundance of resilience ](https://www.yfs.org.au/rosie-bell-an-abundance-of-resilience/) - “I think there are always going to be challenges for First Nations staff in any organisation across Australia. Racism is strong across all our communities [but] I believe in YFS and our values – we have a genuine, authentic approach to supporting each other and a strong understanding and awareness of diverse needs.” - [Joe: Support in the legal system](https://www.yfs.org.au/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.” - [Craig Smiley: Service through strategy](https://www.yfs.org.au/craig-smiley-service-through-strategy/) - “… [YFS] gives Logan what every community needs. YFS gives Logan a heart.” - [Roslynn Black: United in purpose](https://www.yfs.org.au/roslynn-black-united-in-purpose/) - “We've got an audacious goal to support and equip 10,000 young people with the tools they need to thrive in adult life by 2030 and YFS is definitely helping us on that journey.” - [Kirsty: Weaving kindness](https://www.yfs.org.au/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.” - [Mick Devlin: The YFS origin story](https://www.yfs.org.au/mick-devlin-the-yfs-origin-story/) - “We had so many amazingly generous volunteers in the early days, who interacted with our programs and stepped up until we could get funding – experts in community development and human services who volunteered their time to train others – and parents, teachers, professionals from the community. Everybody contributed their skills.” - [Cameron Thayer: Leading with lived experience](https://www.yfs.org.au/cameron-thayer-leading-with-lived-experience/) - “The biggest thing that stood out to me was that they took time to listen. It's probably the first time I ever really felt validated – like someone was seeing me and cared about my story.” - [Change of YFS Bank Details](https://www.yfs.org.au/change-of-yfs-bank-details/) - We would like to inform you of an update to YFS’ bank account details. To ensure that all future payments are processed correctly, we kindly request that you update your records with our new account information. Details of the change can be found here. - [Urgent Call for Increased Funding for Community Legal Services](https://www.yfs.org.au/urgent-call-for-increased-funding-for-community-legal-services/) - YFS is calling on the National Cabinet to allocate additional funding for community legal centres to meet the rising demand for legal services. Despite recent funding commitments, YFS Legal is struggling to keep up with the needs of vulnerable individuals in Logan, Beenleigh, Jimboomba, and surrounding areas. Demand for YFS Legal services is growing. YFS urges the National Cabinet to increase funding for community legal centres to ensure access to justice for all. - [Thriving Young Families](https://www.yfs.org.au/thriving-young-families/) - Amy Blair, YFS’ Program Manager – Young Families, spoke recently at the Family and Relationship Services National Conference about the Step by Step Thriving Young Families initiative. In 2021 YFS embarked on a significant transformation project to understand what works to back young parents and their children to thrive. Developed in partnership with Hand Heart - [More homelessness outreach services for Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/more-homelessness-outreach-services-for-logan/) - YFS welcomes the Queensland Government’s commitment to funding outreach services for people sleeping rough in Logan. YFS CEO, Christopher John said, “This funding will provide some really important and immediate support to people who are sleeping rough right now. “Over the last three years we’ve seen the median rental in Logan go up by more - [Voice to Parliament Referendum - YFS statement](https://www.yfs.org.au/voice-to-parliament-referendum-yfs-statement/) - YFS remains deeply saddened and shocked by the outcome of the Voice referendum on October 14. Since the referendum, we have been led by our First Nations staff in taking the time process the outcome and determine our way forward. YFS remains committed to the vision of the Uluru Statement from the Heart and its - [It's time to end homelessness in Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/its-time-to-end-homelessness-in-logan/) - More than 1,000 people in the Logan region have been identified as homeless since December 2021 by community partners in a campaign to end homelessness and rough sleeping. Christopher John, CEO of YFS, host organisation for the Logan Zero campaign, said this is just a fraction of the number of people who need support to - [Voice to Parliament Referendum](https://www.yfs.org.au/voice-to-parliament-referendum/) - As an organisation, YFS proudly and publicly backed a yes vote in the Voice Referendum. We accepted the gracious invitation expressed in the Uluru Statement from the Heart to support Constitutional recognition and a Voice to Parliament. We are very disappointed with the outcome of the Referendum. YFS still says YES. We recognise Aboriginal and - [Were you affected by the recent storms or floods?](https://www.yfs.org.au/were-you-affected-by-the-recent-storms-or-floods/) - If you were affected by the recent Christmas storms or floods, assistance is available - [YFS emergency support during the lockdown](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-emergency-support-during-the-lockdown-2/) - From 4pm Saturday 31 July to 4pm Tuesday 3 August 2021, people in South-East Queensland are required to stay at home except for essential reasons. This includes people living and working in Logan City.Please don’t panic buy. Shops will remain open. Everyone can get food and other emergency supplies such as medication.During the lockdown, we - [YFS launches 2023-2026 Reconciliation Action Plan](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-launches-2023-2026-reconciliation-action-plan/) - YFS launched our 2023-2026 Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) during National Reconciliation Week 2023. YFS has had a RAP since 2012, and in 2019 we launched our First Nations Cultural Framework . This framework built on our RAP commitments and recognised our role - as a service provider, an employer and a community member - - [YFS statement about the Voice and Path to Treaty](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-statement-about-the-voice-and-path-to-treaty/) - YFS backs a Yes vote in the Voice to Parliament Referendum. We believe the Constitution should recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of Australia. We know that a Voice to Parliament is needed so that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities can advise government about matters that relate to them. - [We're helping divert young people away from the justice system. Can you help?](https://www.yfs.org.au/were-helping-divert-young-people-away-from-the-justice-system-can-you-help/) - Resolve is a new program working with young people who are at risk of entering the youth justice system. The aim is to divert them from anti-social and offending behaviours. The team supports young people to re-engage with education, work and community.Resolve is a pilot program that is funded until April next year. We are - [Announcement of YFS CEO](https://www.yfs.org.au/announcement-of-yfs-ceo/) - The YFS Board has announced the appointment of Christopher John as the new Chief Executive Officer of YFS. Christopher will join YFS on 3 July 2023. Christopher brings 17 years of CEO experience within the not-for-profit sector. He is current CEO of Bloomhill Cancer Care, following roles as CEO at Prince’s Trust Australia Ltd, United - [Mandatory consent education](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-consent-education/) - Mandatory consent education is a good first step, now we need to make sure it’s delivered well YFS welcomes the news that consent education will be added to the curriculum in all Australian schools from next year.YFS’ R4Respect Coordinator Rachael Pascua said, “We welcome the news of a unified national approach to make consent education - [A conversation about ending homelessness in Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/a-conversation-about-ending-homelessness-in-logan/) - In March 2022 community representatives got together for a conversation about ending homelessness in Logan.We know that there is a housing and homelessness pandemic in Logan.What can be done to solve it?The Logan Zero team, and community service members joined David Pearson, CEO of the Australian Alliance to End Homelessness for this important conversation.Watch the - [Taking a stand against domestic and family violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/taking-a-stand-against-domestic-and-family-violence/) - May is Queensland Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month. This is a time to raise community awareness of domestic and family violence (DFV) and to send a clear message that DFV in families and homes will not be tolerated.The theme for 2022 is ‘All of us, together’, reflecting the message that all levels of society - [Can you help families facing homelessness?](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-families-facing-homelessness/) - Queensland is experiencing an unprecedented housing crisis. Affordable housing supply is limited, more individuals and families are presenting as homeless for the first time, and there is limited crisis and emergency accommodation available.Every day at YFS we are seeing more and more people in crisis with nowhere to live.We believe that secure housing is a - [Help us find our new leader](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-us-find-our-new-leader/) - YFS’ CEO Cath Bartolo has decided to leave YFS in February 2023.As CEO, Cath has spent the past 20 years building YFS into a dynamic organisation with a strong track record of backing vulnerable people to overcome adversity and to thrive.Cath recognised the need for a holistic approach to back people to achieve real change - [Logan Advance to Zero Homelessness project](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-advance-to-zero-homelessness-project/) - Through a partnership with Micah Projects and the Australian Alliance to End Homelessness, the Logan Advance to Zero Homelessness Project will commence in Logan City with the aim of reducing overall homelessness in Logan City and end rough sleeping by 2025.Led by YFS in Logan, this is a community-based project to build support to end - [Can you help families facing homelessness this Christmas?](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-families-this-christmas/) - For most of us Christmas and the festive season is a time to celebrate, but for those doing it tough this can be the most challenging time of year. - [YFS e-News for November 2021](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-e-news-for-november-2021/) - We launched our 2020-21 Impact Report at the YFS Annual General Meeting in November. Read about our impact in our latest e-newsletter. - [YFS signs the Community Sector Climate Change Declaration](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-signs-the-community-sector-climate-change-declaration/) - YFS has joined Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) and other community sector organisations in signing the Community Sector Climate Change Declaration. Rapidly worsening climate change is hurting our communities. People experiencing financial or social disadvantage are impacted by climate change first, worst, and longest because they have access to fewer resources to cope, adapt - [Shining light on domestic abuse](https://www.yfs.org.au/shining-light-on-domestic-abuse/) - Jimboomba-based Beaudesert Domestic and Family Violence Support service is changing to SHINE. YFS’ Client Service Manager, Sarah Vuzem says the change will better reflect the support provided to women and children experiencing domestic abuse. “Our purpose is to empower women and children to thrive in a future free from violence and abuse,” she said. “The - [Logan Children's Charter](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-childrens-charter/) - YFS has signed the Logan Children’s Charter a new initiative encouraging businesses throughout the city to create child-friendly spaces and keep the needs of kids front of mind.The Logan Children’s Charter and Child Friendly Toolkit provide a how-to guide for local businesspeople who want to create a space welcoming to kids and their families.Coordinated by - [YFS launches Thriving Families Evaluation Report](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-launches-thriving-families-evaluation-report/) - YFS recently launched an evaluation of our Thriving Families demonstration project during an event hosted by the Community Services Industry Alliance.Thriving Families was a YFS-funded trial of an integrated response to homeless young families. The project brought together a Housing Specialist and some Family Coaches to help families with young children get housed fast, then - [YFS is calling on the Queensland Government to address the state’s housing crisis](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-is-calling-on-the-queensland-government-to-address-the-states-housing-crisis/) - YFS is calling on the Queensland Government to address the state’s housing crisis. There are 47,036 Queenslanders on the state’s social housing register, a number significant enough that it would constitute Queensland’s 5th largest town. All 47,000 people do not have a safe and stable home.The housing situation in Logan is becoming dire. We are - [Spark takes practical steps to get people working](https://www.yfs.org.au/spark-takes-practical-steps-to-get-people-working/) - The ABC recently profiled YFS initiative Spark employment mentoring.Our Spark employment mentor takes very practical action to help people increase their income so they can maintain or gain stable housing.Funded by the Queensland Government Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy through the Dignity First program, Spark’s one-person team has supported 150 people to move - [Logan young people inform animated videos about consent](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-young-people-inform-animated-videos-about-consent/) - Peer educators from our R4Respect initiative recently partnered with RizeUp and Storybooq Animations & Design to work on an four-part animation series that explains sexual consent in terms young children can understand.The videos were recently featured on The Morning Show. The segment briefly discussed the widespread community backlash the federal government received over its Respectful - [Check in and you’re good to go!](https://www.yfs.org.au/check-in-and-youre-good-to-go/) - We’re using the new Check In Qld app to help keep you COVID safe the next time you visit.All you need to do is:visit www.covid19.qld.gov.au/check-in-qld for links to download the app from Google Play or AppleApp storesenter your details once when you first open the appopen the app when you next visit usselect ‘Check in - [Coronavirus pandemic to poverty pandemic | ABC News](https://www.yfs.org.au/coronavirus-pandemic-to-poverty-pandemic/) - Coronavirus pandemic to poverty pandemic Revised JobSeeker payments will impact family budgets, leave people homeless, advocates say – ABC NewsYFS is bracing for the impacts of the reduction in Jobseeker and Parenting payments with the ending of coronavirus supplement payments on 1 April.ABC journalist Jessica Stewart interviewed Logan man Michael Morris, who has been working - [Services to be cut in Queensland's looming domestic violence funding 'catastrophe', advocates warn | ABC News](https://www.yfs.org.au/services-to-be-cut-and-lives-lost-in-queenslands-looming-domestic-violence-funding-catastrophe-advocates-warn-abc-news/) - ABC News website, Sunday 11 April 2021ABC TV 7pm Queensland news, Sunday 11 April 2021 (starts at 12 minutes 22 seconds)Queensland domestic violence services warn there could be a “catastrophic” effect on survivors of abuse, with wait list times to go “through the roof”, and lives potentially lost, when federal government funding runs out on June - [Common and not often reported, elder abuse is domestic and family violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/common-and-not-often-reported-elder-abuse-is-domestic-and-family-violence/) - Yarrabilba Bulletin | April 2021Sadly, elder abuse is common and it’s often not reported in the media.The team at Logan’s community legal centre YFS Legal say this form of domestic and family violence happens in more settings than just aged care facilities.It frequently happens at home.The World Health Organisation says elder abuse is “a single, - [YFS emergency support during the lockdown](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-emergency-support-during-the-lockdown/) - Everyone in the greater Brisbane area will go into lockdown from 5pm, Monday 29 March 2021. This includes people living and working in Logan City.Please don’t panic buy. Shops will remain open. Everyone can get food and other emergency supplies such as medication.During the lockdown, we will provide essential services face-to-face, upholding all COVID-safe measures - [Telling how to be a 'man'](https://www.yfs.org.au/telling-how-to-be-a-man/) - My City Logan | 26 March 2021One of the young men behind a Logan-based service encouraging men and boys to change their attitudes towards consent and respectful relationships has joined the Queensland Government’s Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Council.YFS Men4Respect coordinator Andrew Taukolo recently took part in the council’s first meeting for 2021, joining other - [School boys taught about gender equality, masculinity | ABC News](https://www.yfs.org.au/school-boys-taught-about-gender-equality-masculinity-abc-news/) - Andrew Taukolo, coordinator for the Men4Respect program with YFS says the program teaches male empowerment to equip young boys with the skills to identify and change toxic traits. - [ABC Radio National's breakfast program turns to YFS Men4Respect](https://www.yfs.org.au/abc-radio-nationals-breakfast-program-turns-to-yfs-men4respect/) - This morning’s ABC Radio National breakfast program relied on YFS’ Men4Respect coordinator Andrew Taukolo for an insight into boys and young men’s attitudes towards consent and respectful relationships.Andrew challenged the belief that programs targeting young men need to redefine masculinity. Rather, Andrew says young men need to reclaim masculinity – the positive and respectful ideals - [PNG students access digital learning for first time thanks to Queensland e-waste recycling charity | ABC News](https://www.yfs.org.au/never-seen-a-device-in-their-life-png-students-access-digital-learning-for-first-time-thanks-to-queensland-e-waste-recycling-charity/) - By Jessica Stewart, ABC Reporter | Friday 19 March 2021Some 18,000 students in Papua New Guinea are set to access e-learning for the first time after a Queensland organisation recycled 300 electronic devices out of discarded e-waste.Townsville-based charity LiteHaus International has teamed up with e-waste recycling plant Substation 33, based in Logan, south of Brisbane, - [Teaching consent to children: 'The joke is where it starts and rape is where it ends' | The Guardian Australia](https://www.yfs.org.au/teaching-consent-to-children-the-joke-is-where-it-starts-and-rape-is-where-it-ends-the-guardian-australia/) - R4Respect program coordinator Rachael Pascua offers an important young person’s insight in an opinion piece that ran in The Guardian Australia of 21 March 2021. The piece is Teaching consent to children: ‘The joke is where it starts and rape is where it ends’. Rachael warns if consent conversations don’t happen at home, children will learn elsewhere. “We - [Logan’s Men4Respect joins the Queensland Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Council](https://www.yfs.org.au/logans-men4respect-joins-the-queensland-domestic-and-family-violence-prevention-council/) - One of the young men behind a Logan-based service championing young men and boys to change their attitudes towards consent and respectful relationships has joined the Queensland Government’s Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Council.YFS Men4Respect Coordinator Andrew Taukolo recently took part in the council’s first meeting for 2021, joining other Council members in aiming to - [Queensland entrepreneurs use old laptop batteries to help combat global energy crisis among poverty-stricken families | ABC News](https://www.yfs.org.au/queensland-entrepreneurs-use-old-laptop-batteries-to-help-combat-global-energy-crisis-among-poverty-stricken-families-abc-news/) - By Jessica Stewart, ABC NewsA Queensland social enterprise is turning electronic trash into a global treasure, repurposing old laptop batteries to create a solar-powered solution for poverty-stricken families across the world.It all began three-and-a-half years ago, at a start-up weekend at Substation 33 — an e-waste recycling facility in Kingston, south of Brisbane.Town planner Nicholas - [Be energy wise: Save money with these air conditioner tips](https://www.yfs.org.au/be-energy-wise-save-money-with-these-air-conditioner-tips/) - You can save money by making some simple changes to the way you use your air conditioner.In this video, our home energy worker Rose offers some expert tips.If you want to cool your home, select the cooling setting. Set it to 24 or 25 C. For every 1 C below, it will cost you 10% - [JobSeeker payment to rise by $25 per week and increase recipient obligations | ABC News](https://www.yfs.org.au/jobseeker-payment-to-rise-by-25-per-week-and-increase-recipient-obligations-abc-news/) - ABC TV 7pm news bulletins in all Australian states have run a story featuring YFS CEO Cath Bartolo, about the new JobSeeker rate.The story was the lead story in the Sydney/NSW edition, the second story in the Brisbane/Queensland edition and the third or fourth story in other states. Ms Bartolo talked about the impact of the - [Be energy wise: Fans vs air conditioners](https://www.yfs.org.au/be-energy-wise-fans-vs-air-conditioners/) - Say you use a ceiling fan for 5 hours a day.It would typically cost $6.75 over three months.If you use a standard living room air conditioner for the same amount of time, it would cost you $180.Be energy wise this summer. And save $$$!Find out more by watching the video. - [Did your Christmas gift turn out to be a dud?](https://www.yfs.org.au/did-your-christmas-gift-turn-out-to-be-a-dud/) - Did your Christmas gift turn out to be a dud?Are you entitled to a refund or an exchange?If you groaned with despair rather than squealed with delight when you opened a Christmas gift this year, you might be wanting to know if you can get a refund or exchange on that unwanted present.The team at - [YFS e-News, February 2021](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-e-news-february-2021/) - Inside this editionCultural Framework outlines continuing First Nations commitmentCan you help people who fall through the cracks of mainstream employment services?Substation33 takes out ABC Community Spirit AwardNew domestic and family violence group breaks the cycle for mums and sonsCouncil recognises YFS Men4Respect for making Logan saferNew service for Yarrabilba, Jimboomba people struggling with moneyCommunity education - [Party safely: Parties at home](https://www.yfs.org.au/parties-at-home/) - It’s party season! Festive celebrations are getting into full swing, with BBQs and other get-togethers becoming more commonplace. Add Schoolies get-togethers to the mix and you have a recipe for strained neighbourly relations! Keep your party at home drama-free by following the tips in this video, by Logan’s community legal centre, YFS Legal. Party safe. - [Party safely: Partying in public spaces](https://www.yfs.org.au/party-safely-partying-in-public-spaces/) - Party season is now in full swing! If you’re planning on partying outdoors in a public space like a park, this video is for you. Find out whether you can drink or be drunk in public. And what to do if the police question you. Keep your outdoor partying drama-free by following the tips in - [Party safely: Partying and the police](https://www.yfs.org.au/party-safely-partying-and-the-police/) - If you are at a party and the police turn up, what should you do? In this video Natasha, from Logan’s community legal service YFS Legal, offers some important information. Watch the video for ideas on how you can respond when the police request information and want to conduct a search. Party safe. Please note - [Ways to be energy wise](https://www.yfs.org.au/ways-to-be-energy-wise/) - Summer in Logan means a hot home. It also means higher energy bills, especially if you use air conditioning. Save money by turning your air conditioner off when it’s not too hot. Instead, use fans and – most importantly – control the heat that comes into your home. Keeping the sun off your windows and - [Council recognises YFS Men4Respect for making Logan safer](https://www.yfs.org.au/council-recognises-yfs-men4respect/) - Council recognises YFS Men4Respect for making Logan saferA YFS program that backs young men to challenge violence-supportive attitudes and actions has taken out a 2020 Logan City Council Safe City Award.Launched in late 2019, Men4Respect has been recognised for helping make Logan more welcoming, inclusive and safe.YFS chief executive Cath Bartolo congratulated the team on - [Village Fair Shopping Centre and YFS team up to lend a hand to Logan residents in need](https://www.yfs.org.au/village-fair-shopping-centre-and-yfs-team-up-to-lend-a-hand-to-logan-residents-in-need/) - Village Fair Shopping Centre and YFS team up to lend a hand to Logan residents in needJimboomba Times | November 26 2020, 6:30pmA POPULAR Logan shopping centre is teaming up with a long-standing charity to make the holiday season a little easier for locals in need.Village Fair Shopping Centre is uniting with YFS, one of - [YFS e-News for October 2020](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-e-news-for-october-2020/) - Keep up-to-date with our outcomes in recent weeks by taking a look at our latest e-newsletter. - [Community Spirit Awards: Meet the Logan social enterprise turning trash into treasure](https://www.yfs.org.au/substation-33-bridges-digital-divide-in-logan-by-delivering-electronics-to-people-in-need-during-pandemic/) - Community Spirit Awards: Meet the Logan social enterprise turning trash into treasureOn Mornings with Rebecca Levingston, ABC | November 10 2020, 8:30amHear the radio storyMeet the social enterprise from Logan who are turning electronic trash into treasure, building laptops for local school students who need them most. And they’re creating jobs while they’re at it!Since - [Substation 33 bridges digital divide in Logan by delivering electronics to people in need during pandemic](https://www.yfs.org.au/jobless-new-zealander-61-not-eligible-for-jobseeker-payment-and-living-out-of-car-since-coronavirus-hit/) - Substation 33 bridges digital divide in Logan by delivering electronics to people in need during pandemicBy Edwina Seselja, ABC Radio Brisbane | November 10 2020It has been the year we focused on distance — 1.5 metres to be exact — and as much of the world was forced to work and study from home, the - [Help for Pacific islanders struggling through COVID-19 in Queensland](https://www.yfs.org.au/hear-young-peoples-perspectives-about-chroming/) - Help for Pacific islanders struggling through COVID-19 in QueenslandBy Liam Fox, ABC News | October 23 2020 – 7:00amAn NGO working in the Australian state of Queensland says there has been a spike in out-of-work Pacific islanders and New Zealanders during the COVID-19 economic slowdown, because they’re not entitled to most Australian welfare.The not-for-profit group - [Hear young people’s perspectives about chroming](https://www.yfs.org.au/hear-young-peoples-perspectives-about-chroming-2/) - Hear young people’s perspectives about chromingAn animation created in partnership with Griffith University gives the young people YFS and ATSICHS support through the Logan Community Youth Response and Diversion Program a voice on the complex matter of inhalant use.Hear what young people feel about chroming.Find out why children and young people do it.Understand what has - [Jobless New Zealander, 61, not eligible for JobSeeker payment and living out of car since coronavirus hit](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-for-pacific-islanders-struggling-through-covid-19-in-queensland/) - Jobless New Zealander, 61, not eligible for JobSeeker payment and living out of car since coronavirus hitBy Anna Hartley, ABC | OCTOBER 17 2020Maurie McCluthie’s life started to unravel when she became ill and lost her job as a disability carer.A family dispute forced her from her home and she drained what was left of - [YFS offers two scholarships to Griffith University Logan students](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-offers-two-scholarships-to-griffith-university-logan-students/) - YFS is proud to offer two Griffith University Logan students YFS scholarships this year. The recipients are Debbie Nugent, of Shailer Park, and Charlotte Flynn, of Edens Landing. Each year, YFS offers a $2000 scholarship for a local Griffith University student who is struggling to make ends meet. This year, the organisation has offered a - [YFS R4Respect program wins gold for countering violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-r4respect-program-wins-gold-for-countering-violence/) - Photo: SOCIAL CHANGE: R4Respect Youth Ambassadors Rachael Pascua and Nadia Saeed with Home Affairs minister Peter Dutton, YFS CEO Cath Bartolo and Andrew Taukolo. Jimboomba Times | November 29 2019 – 4:30PMYFS has won a gold award for its work promoting respectful relationships in Logan at the Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards this week.The - [Tackling Logan domestic violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/tackling-logan-domestic-violence/) - Photo: Corey Parker. Jimboomba Times | June 5 2018 – 8:00PMNRL footy star Corey Parker is one of 15 Logan identities who pledge to lead the way in domestic and family violence prevention in a new short film that debuted on Logan cinema screens.The Logan-reared former Brisbane Bronco turned commentator for pay TV’s Fox League - [Labor commits $400,000 to support Logan's emergency relief services](https://www.yfs.org.au/labor-commits-400000-to-support-logans-emergency-relief-services/) - By Jacob Wilson, Jimboomba Times | April 22 2019 – 2:00PMLOGAN’S emergency relief organisations will receive almost $400,000 to support disadvantaged people in financial hardship under a Shorten Labor government.Rankin MP Jim Chalmers, Labor canddiate for Forde Des Hardman and Shadow Assistant Minister for families and communities Jenny McAllister announced the funding at Slacks Creek - [Campaign to end domestic violence flies banners above Jimboomba streets](https://www.yfs.org.au/campaign-to-end-domestic-violence-flies-banners-above-jimboomba-streets/) - Jimboomba Times | January 22 2020 – 6:00PMLogan businesses are taking a campaign to end domestic and family violence to the streets of Jimboomba.Businesses and community groups have sponsored banners featuring anti-violence messages.They are part of a campaign by grass-roots alliance Not Now, Not Ever in Logan, and can be seen above Cusack Lane.Retailers and - [VIDEO: Logan Council, Logan Together and Substation33 provide refurbished computers for schoolchildren, seniors and people with disabilities](https://www.yfs.org.au/video-logan-council-logan-together-and-substation33-provide-refurbished-computers-for-schoolchildren-seniors-and-people-with-disabilities/) - ONLINE: Ella Misisa of Slacks Creek receives a refurbished computer to assist with learning from home. Jimboomba Times | April 24 2020 – 3:00PMLEARNING from home will be easier for more Logan families this term with rebuilt computers provided to families in need.The rebuilt computers are being rolled out by the electronic waste recycling team - [Where are our Logan school leavers heading?](https://www.yfs.org.au/tougher-laws-not-the-solution-to-youth-crime-in-logan-expert/) - By Danielle Buckley, Albert and Logan News | January 17 2019TRADES are a less popular career path for Logan students than they were 10 years ago, as more students break the glass wall and head to university.A state wide survey of school leavers by the Department of Education has revealed that 32 per cent of - [Tech hub scores $20k](https://www.yfs.org.au/tech-hub-scores-20k/) - Photo: State Development Minister Cameron Dick, centre, with Substation 33’s Tony Sharp, third right and YFS chief executive Cath Bartolo, right. Hackerspace, a breeding ground for creativityBy Judith Kerr, Albert and Logan News | June 21 2018LOGAN has been named as the home to one of the state’s newest “Hackerspaces”, a technology hub where some - [YFS to support families in Jimboomba](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-to-support-families-in-jimboomba/) - Photo: BIG MOMENT: YFS community worker Kirsty Koop, Logan anti-domestic violence advocate Cindy Barden, YFS chair Jennifer Saveant, YFS CEO Cath Bartolo and Logan MP Linus Power cut the ribbon to the new YFS office. Photo: Jacob Wilson By Jacob Wilson, Jimboomba Times | August 27 2018 – 5:00PMFAMILIES suffering hardship in south-west Logan will - [Emergency Relief… comes to Yarrabilba and Jimboomba](https://www.yfs.org.au/emergency-relief-comes-to-yarrabilba-and-jimboomba/) - Yarrabilba Bulletin | 1 September 2020Are You Having Trouble Paying Bills Or Budgeting?YFS (Youth & Family Service in Logan) is starting a free service in September for people living in Yarrabilba and Jimboomba who are struggling financially.One of the organisation’s Financial Capability workers now offer appointments at the Yarrabilba Sport and Community Hub on Mondays - [A safe way to make contact](https://www.yfs.org.au/a-safe-way-to-make-contact/) - Yarrabilba Bulletin | 1 May2020There Is Help Out There – Not Now Not Ever In LoganYou Can Report Domestic Violence Online.The Queensland Police Service has launched an online tool to report domestic and family violence.www.police.qld.gov.au/domestic-violenceThe tool might be a safer way of making contact for people who need help.If you can safely call the police, - [New service for struggling locals](https://www.yfs.org.au/new-service-for-struggling-locals/) - MEDIA RELEASE – 2 September 2020COVID-19 might be creating headaches about money, but a local service is answering the call for help.Financial capability workers from YFS are now at Yarrabilba and Jimboomba to support people who are struggling financially.YFS Chief Executive Cath Bartolo said the workers were ready to help locals with budgeting and managing - [Logan Council, Logan Together and Substation33 provide refurbished computers for schoolchildren, seniors and people with disabilities](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-council-logan-together-and-substation33-provide-refurbished-computers-for-schoolchildren-seniors-and-people-with-disabilities/) - By Jimboomba Times | 24 April 2020 LEARNING from home will be easier for more Logan families this term with rebuilt computers provided to families in need. The rebuilt computers are being rolled out by the electronic waste recycling team at Substation33, the social enterprise arm of Logan's YFS community support services. The project is - [Council and community rise to support residents during COVID-19](https://www.yfs.org.au/council-and-community-rise-to-support-residents-during-covid-19/) - 8 April 2020 The City of Logan has pulled together to again show its caring community spirit. Council, community groups YFS and Lighthouse Care, the State Emergency Service, food charity OzHarvest, Givit, Share the Dignity, businesses and Logan residents have combined to deliver care packages to those doing it tough in Logan as a result - [Boffins build coronavirus computers for needy students as schools go online](https://www.yfs.org.au/boffins-build-coronavirus-computers-for-needy-students-as-schools-go-online/) - By Judith Kerr, Quest Newspapers | April 8, 2020 A TEAM of volunteer computer boffins is working around the clock over the next two weeks to build computers so the poorest students in the southeast will be able to log on to lessons on day one of Term 2. Social enterprise company Substation 33, which - [In Your Suburb: Redcliffe and Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/in-your-suburb-redcliffe-and-logan/) - By 7 News Brisbane | 15 April 2020 They're at opposite ends of the South East, but Redcliffe and Logan have at least one thing in common - they're resilient. How local businesses are adapting to help their community during Covid 19. 7 News talked to YFS CEO Cath Bartolo and the SES about the - [YFS and Logan City Council helps deliver essential food parcels during the COVID-19 pandemic](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-and-logan-city-council-helps-deliver-essential-food-parcels-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - A truly amazing thing has happened in Logan. Logan City Council has teamed with YFS and other charities to deliver hundreds of packages with food and other essentials to people who are isolated or in need due to the COVID-19 pandemic. - [Packs of kindness help beat cabin fever and care for needy neighbours](https://www.yfs.org.au/packs-of-kindness-help-beat-cabin-fever-and-care-for-needy-neighbours/) - By Judith Kerr, Quest Newspapers | April 9, 2020 YESTERDAY’S historic $130 billion JobKeeper wage subsidy package is not the only kindness pack on offer. Logan MP and Labor Shadow Treasurer Jim Chalmers was also doing his bit to stave off cabin fever and is sending out “Care Cards” to his constituents. Mr Chalmers was - [Coronavirus increasing need for volunteers](https://www.yfs.org.au/coronavirus-increasing-need-for-volunteers/) - By 730, ABC TV | 19 March, 2020 Helping people cope with the isolation and fear caused by coronavirus will take more than money and resources. It will also require acts of kindness. Social media support groups [like YFS] are starting to emerge, and there's a growing need for volunteers, and donations. For the full - [Logan COVID-19 Response](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-covid-19-response/) - By Bert Van Manem MP | 16 April 2020 Our community is amazing and is stepping up to help those in significant hardship due to COVID-19 and don't have the support of family and friends. Thank you Logan City Council, YFS, Lighthouse Care, Logan City SES for making the magic happen. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/34By0cY. - [Substation33 Recycling Computers for our Community](https://www.yfs.org.au/substation33-recycling-computers-for-our-community/) - By Logan City Council | 23 April 2020 Learning from home is now easier for more Logan families, thanks to our new 'Computers For Our Community' program. Council is a proud supporter of this initiative partnering with Substation33 and YFS to provide rebuilt computers for school children, seniors and people with disabilities. We want to - [Family violence services in Logan and Jimboomba urge people to speak up as serious abuse escalates](https://www.yfs.org.au/family-violence-services-in-logan-and-jimboomba-urge-people-to-speak-up-as-serious-abuse-escalates/) - By Angela Kelly, Jimboomba Times | 30 April, 1pm TWENTY per cent of the abuse family counselling services are dealing with is related to COVID-19. Services providing counselling and protection for victims of domestic violence have been inundated with calls with violent abuse escalating as families are forced to stay at home. Logan and Redlands - [YFS e-News for June 2020](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-e-news-for-june-2020/) - Keep up-to-date with our outcomes in recent weeks by taking a look at our latest e-newsletter. - [Job help a life saver for Donna](https://www.yfs.org.au/job-help-a-life-saver-for-donna/) - Published: 27 July 2020 3:28PM by Queensland Government Department of Housing and Public Works CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO Help from Logan-based not-for-profit organisation YFS has made Donna smile again, thanks to support through the Dignity First Fund. The $2.5 million Fund backs community organisations across Queensland that support people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. - [Substation33 clocks up more than 700 refurbished computers in four months for Logan students and families](https://www.yfs.org.au/substation33-clocks-up-more-than-700-refurbished-computers-in-four-months-for-logan-students-and-families/) - By Stacey Whitlock, JIMBOOMBA TIMES | AUGUST 12 2020 – 4:30PM AT the height of the coronavirus pandemic in April, Kingston’s Substation33 undertook a new challenge: to rebuild second-hand computers for Logan families. Four months on, more than 700 computers have been provided to families across Logan, as well as parts of Ipswich and the - [Let your MP know it’s time to end “no grounds” evictions in Queensland](https://www.yfs.org.au/let-your-mp-know-its-time-to-end-no-grounds-evictions-in-queensland/) - We can support you to overcome the adversities that are holding you back from thriving in life. Seeing the whole person: YFS’ Financial Hub 1st April 2026 No Comments ‘When someone learns how to accurately track their expenses and save money, it can literally be life-changing. Being able to live free from financial stress, sometimes for Read - [Local government’s role in homelessness – a fact sheet for Logan City Council candidates](https://www.yfs.org.au/local-governments-role-in-homelessness-a-fact-sheet-for-logan-city-council-candidates/) - Local government can play an important role in preventing and responding to homelessness. In the leadup to the Council elections in late March we have joined with our friends at KENG to contact candidates for Logan Mayor and Councillor informing them about homelessness in Logan City and asking for their help. YFS_Homelessness in Logan_120320 - [YFS Coronavirus update](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-coronavirus-update/) - Coronavirus is likely to have very significant impacts for the most vulnerable people in our community. Reduced income, stress, illness, supply shortages and isolation will be very damaging for many people if Australia can’t get Covid-19 under control as soon as possible. The work we do is really important, including our efforts with people experiencing - [Let your MP know it’s time to end "no grounds" evictions in Queensland](https://www.yfs.org.au/let-your-mp-know-its-time-to-end-no-grounds-evictions-in-queensland-2/) - We all need a home that we can rely on. Without stability and security of tenure, people begin to live in a state of fear and uncertainty. "No grounds" evictions can also be used in retaliation against renters who stand up for their rights. Evicting people from their homes without a good reason is not - [Funding boost for Logan hackerspace to fuel innovation and growth](https://www.yfs.org.au/funding-boost-for-logan-hackerspace-to-fuel-innovation-and-growth/) - A media release from the Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning, the Honourable Cameron Dick Logan-based Substation33 is set to benefit from a $15,197 investment through the Palaszczuk Government’s Hackerspaces Grant program. Minister for Manufacturing Cameron Dick congratulated the innovation hub on being one of the 13 organisations to share in almost $220,000 - [DV campaign to streets](https://www.yfs.org.au/dv-campaign-to-streets/) - LOGAN businesses are taking a campaign to end domestic and family violence to the streets of Jimboomba. - [Logan’s first domestic violence street banner campaign launched](https://www.yfs.org.au/logans-first-domestic-violence-street-banner-campaign-launched/) - Logan businesses and community groups are starting 2020 by sponsoring street banners urging the local community to end domestic and family violence. - [Turning old electronics into innovative projects](https://www.yfs.org.au/turning-old-electronics-into-innovative-projects/) - Story: Sam Marsh, RACQ Road Ahead SUBSTATION33, A SOCIAL enterprise in Logan, has found a way to recycle electronic waste while helping members of the community. In the last financial year, Substation33 has provided more than 600 unemployed volunteers with work experience while processing more than 200,000kg of electronic waste. Every morning the team dismantle - [Jobless find their own way](https://www.yfs.org.au/jobless-find-their-own-way/) - Albert and Logan News: 12 December 2019 LOGAN community organisation YFS will receive $150,000 from the state government to help more people create their future job. It is the first organisation to get money from the $1 million Creating Your Future Job pilot project, designed to provide training and mentoring to about 50 in Logan. - [Innovative Logan employment program gets new Spark](https://www.yfs.org.au/innovative-logan-employment-program-gets-new-spark/) - A successful initiative that supports people to set up their own small businesses or find paid jobs is now accessible to more job seekers in Logan. YFS created the Spark service for public housing tenants in 2017 and has just received funds from the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training to expand the initiative - [R4Respect recognised for its work in promoting respectful relationships among peers in Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/r4respect-recognised-for-its-work-in-promoting-respectful-relationships-among-peers-in-logan/) - YFS’s R4Respect program today received a gold award in the community-led category of the 2019 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPA). The ACVPA recognise best practice in the prevention or reduction of violence and other types of crime in Australia and play a vital role in highlighting effective community-based initiatives to prevent crime and - [Chilli fest tees off at golf club](https://www.yfs.org.au/chilli-fest-tees-off-at-golf-club/) - By JUDITH KERR, Albert and Logan NewsThursday 15 November 2019 Organiser Sandra Beynon, right, has moved the Chillogan Festival to the Meadowbrook Golf Club. ORGANISERS of a fledgling chilli festival have been able to overcome the odds to reprise last year’s inaugural event. After problems hiring out Beenleigh Town Square, organisers have moved the event - [Cultures in Harmony 2019](https://www.yfs.org.au/cultures-in-harmony-2019/) - A celebration of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples Saturday 3 August 201911.00am – 3.00pmEwing Park, Netball DriveWoodridge The 2019 7th Annual “Cultures in Harmony” event (previously called Songs of Peace) celebrates the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. The event, held in Logan, celebrates the conciliatory efforts made by the Aboriginal - [Gender inequality to be fixed by the next generation](https://www.yfs.org.au/gender-inequality-to-be-fixed-by-the-next-generation/) - ProBono Australia: Wednesday 22 May 2019 at 5:47pm By Maggie Coggan Young people are being encouraged to play an active role in promoting respectful relationships after research found one in seven young Australians believe a man would be justified to force sex if the woman initiated the act, but then changed her mind. The results - [Changing attitudes](https://www.yfs.org.au/changing-attitudes/) - Albert and Logan News: Thursday 30 May 2019 HOW to treat women was the topic of a forum held in Brisbane last week. Minister for Youth and the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Di Farmer organised the forum in a big to make people assess their attitudes towards women and each other. The forum - [Yarrabilba picked for eco lab](https://www.yfs.org.au/yarrabilba-picked-for-eco-lab/) - Albert and Logan News: Thursday, 23 May 2019 at 1.30pm By Judith Kerr One of the fastest growing suburbs in southeast Queensland has been chosen to come up with guidelines to build a community which is totally environmentally sustainable. AN emerging housing estate in southeast Queensland will play a part in driving an Australian-first to - [Young agents of change set to shape Queensland’s future](https://www.yfs.org.au/young-agents-of-change-set-to-shape-queenslands-future/) - Evidence of the power of young leaders to sway negative attitudes to violence against women among their peers has been released today. The report, Young people as agents of change in preventing violence against women, evaluated a peer-to-peer respectful relationships education model, R4Respect. Speaking at the launch of the report at Balmoral State High School, Minister - [YFS ParentsNext client "wouldn't change a thing about it"](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-parentsnext-client-wouldnt-change-a-thing-about-it/) - Single mum Kelly says the YFS ParentsNext program helped open her eyes to her own potential. Kelly has been involved with ParentsNext since mid 2017 and in that timeframe, she’s says the service has opened her up to opportunities that she had not thought about before. “In my first few months with ParentsNext, I didn’t - [You can get out of debt - the experts will show you how](https://www.yfs.org.au/you-can-get-out-of-debt-the-experts-will-show-you-how/) - The Jimboomba Times - February 27, 2019: 9:00am Don’t be stuck in a rut – gain financial wellbeing instead. And the experts are prepared to help out for free offering important guidance and advice at Logan’s first ever Deal with Debt Day. Receive free financial guidance when local support service YFS unites with community groups and government - [Deal with Debt Day](https://www.yfs.org.au/deal-with-debt-day/) - Money problems? Come along to Logan’s first ever Deal with Debt Day! ** Free advice and information from experts ** Monday, 4 March 2019 from 10am to 2pm Logan Entertainment Centre170 Wembley Rd, Logan Central 4114 Get on top of your rent, bills, fines and paymentsDiscover how to deal with debt collectorsBetter understand your credit - [University the ticket for 30 per cent of Logan graduates](https://www.yfs.org.au/university-the-ticket-for-30-per-cent-of-logan-graduates/) - Danielle Buckley, Albert & Logan News – January 16, 2019: 7:00am Trades are a less popular career path for Logan students than they were 10 years ago, as more students break the glass wall and head to university. A state wide survey of school leavers by the Department of Education has revealed that 32 per cent - [Prince Andrew arrives in Logan for Pitch@Palace ahead of the finals](https://www.yfs.org.au/prince-andrew-arrives-in-logan-for-pitchpalace-ahead-of-the-finals/) - The Courier-Mail – November 29, 2018: 12:50pm Prince Andrew has arrived in Logan on the last leg of his nine-day visit of Australia. The Duke of York has been touring to promote his Pitch@Palace program that aims to kickstart the careers of budding entrepreneurs. On his way to the national finals at the State Library in Brisbane - [Logan Power 30 list: 6-10 most influential people](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-power-30-list-6-10-most-influential-people/) - Judith Kerr and Danielle Buckley, Albert & Logan News - November 25, 2018: 12:00am LOGAN has many remarkable people, which is why we decided to compile a list of our most influential. From politicians to sportspeople, scholars to business people, activists to pacifists, Logan has achievers from all walks of life who are making a - [Logan's powerbrokers revealed in our top 30 list](https://www.yfs.org.au/logans-powerbrokers-revealed-in-our-top-30-list/) - Judith Kerr, Quest Newspapers - November 20, 2018: 4:30pm LOGAN has many remarkable people, which is why we decided to compile a list of our most influential. From politicians to sportspeople, scholars to business people, activists to pacifists, Logan has achievers from all walks of life who are making a difference to our lives and - [Two Logan men vie for Australian of the Year awards](https://www.yfs.org.au/two-logan-men-vie-for-australian-of-the-year-awards/) - TWO Logan men are contenders to represent Queensland at the National Australia Council’s 2019 Australian of the Year awards. - [YFS’ Tony Sharp in running for Queensland’s Australian of the Year Award](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-tony-sharp-in-running-for-queenslands-australian-of-the-year-award/) - YFS Chief Executive Officer Cath Bartolo has congratulated the organisation’s Social Enterprises Development Manager Tony Sharp for being one of only four nominees in the 2019 Queensland Australian of the Year Awards. - [Innov8 to plug Logan’s brain drain](https://www.yfs.org.au/innov8-to-plug-logans-brain-drain/) - LOGAN’S brightest minds were given a chance to pitch their business ideas at the launch of an innovation venture which attracted Shark Tank TV star Steve Baxter. More than 300 people attended the launch of Innov8, a forum for entrepreneurs from Logan and surrounds to share ideas and tap into a wealth of business knowledge. - [Help at last for struggling families in high-growth areas](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-at-last-for-struggling-families-in-high-growth-areas/) - POPULATION growth in Logan’s southern suburbs has promoted youth service provider YFS to open a hub in Jimboomba. - [YFS gets government funding boost to support struggling families](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-gets-government-funding-boost-to-support-struggling-families/) - FAMILIES suffering hardship in south-west Logan will have easier access to support services after a service hub opened its doors in Jimboomba. - [Member for Logan opens city’s second YFS centre, in Jimboomba](https://www.yfs.org.au/member-for-logan-opens-citys-second-yfs-centre-in-jimboomba/) - Emerging needs for community services in the Jimboomba-Beaudesert area have prompted leading Logan organisation YFS to open a new service hub in Jimboomba, to be officially opened by Member for Logan Linus Power MP on Monday 27 August 2018. - [Logan start-up powers into Indonesia](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-start-up-powers-into-indonesia/) - Judith Kerr, Quest Newspapers August 17, 2018 5:00am A STACK of empty paint tins and dumped laptop batteries strapped to a few solar panels does not sound like a major engineering feat. But for some villages in remote parts of Indonesia where there is no electricity, the contraption — or power generation kit — has - [R4Respect gains state-wide recognition on 7 News](https://www.yfs.org.au/r4respect-gains-state-wide-recognition-on-7-news/) - Groups such as our very own R4Respect are doing so much great work to prevent violence in our community. It's wonderful to see them get state-wide recognition on 7 News Brisbane last night. Well done, R4Respect! https://www.facebook.com/7NewsBrisbane/videos/2072955206050654/ - [YFS e-Newsletter July 2018](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-e-newsletter-july-2018/) - YFS e-Newsletter July 2018 - [New Child Care Subsidy: Advice for people transitioning to work](https://www.yfs.org.au/new-child-care-subsidy-advice-for-people-transitioning-to-work/) - If you are on income support and are transitioning to work, you might be eligible for the Additional Child Care Subsidy (ACCS). This is great news for people who are actively trying to get into work, studying, or setting up their own business. >> Apply for this subsidy through Centrelink. To receive the additional subsidy, - [Child care support is changing](https://www.yfs.org.au/child-care-support-is-changing/) - Act now so you continue to receive payments A new Child Care Subsidy will replace the existing Child Care Benefit and Child Care Rebate from the start of July this year. Get ready for the new subsidy now 1. You must complete a Child Care Subsidy assessment through www.my.gov.au or call Centrelink on 131 272 - [Donation readies Logan people for work](https://www.yfs.org.au/donation-readies-logan-people-for-work/) - A $10,000 donation by Maurice Blackburn Lawyers to the community based not-for-profit organisation YFS will help vulnerable and disadvantaged people in the Logan area get into the job market and find paid work. YFS Chief Executive Officer Cath Bartolo said the donation was helping support people who come to YFS to transition into paid work. - [Logan IT hub gets slice of $20k hackerspace funds](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-it-hub-gets-slice-of-20k-hackerspace-funds/) - Judith Kerr, Quest Newspapers - May 23, 2018 1:19pm LOGAN has been named as the home to one of the state’s newest Hackerspaces. YFS (Substation 33) at Kingston will get $20,000 from the state government to become a hi-tech hub or “hackerspace”. Nine other spaces will share in the total $170,000 state funding. The money will - [YFS gets funding boost to support struggling families](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-gets-funding-boost-to-support-struggling-families/) - Jimboomba Times, October 18, 2017 Struggling families in the Jimboomba area will have access to more support following a $700,000 boost by the state government. The money will enable recipient YFS to open an office at Jimboomba and trial an approach that has been successful overseas. YFS chief executive officer Cath Bartolo said they would - [YFS responds to the drug test trial announcement for Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-responds-to-the-drug-test-trial-announcement-for-logan/) - The Federal Government has announced a trial of drug testing for recipients of government benefits in Logan. Here are the facts as we understand them: It will start in January 2018 It will be for new recipients of Newstart and Youth Allowance People who test positive will go on income management People who fail a - [YFS launches Done with Debt](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-launches-done-with-debt/) - YFS is launching a new campaign to help people understand the true costs of consumer leases. Called Done with Debt, the campaign aims to prevent Logan residents getting into debt through rental of appliances, computers, phones or furniture. Billboards, bus shelter ads and shopping centres ads across Logan now display the message “easy lenders can - [Solar signs give auto flood alert](https://www.yfs.org.au/solar-signs-give-auto-flood-alert/) - Albert & Logan News, July 31 2017 An innovative solar-powered alert system, which swings into action when a road floods, has won Logan City Council high acclaim. Council worked with researchers at Griffith University to develop the low-cost, solar-powered flashing signs (pictured) which trigger automatically. The signs automatically update flood information on council’s website, and - [Credit Reports](https://www.yfs.org.au/credit-reports-2/) - Many people worry that they have a ‘bad’ credit report, without really understanding how they work. Our Financial Counsellor, Fiona Hawkins explains on 101FM Logan City Radio everything you need to know about Credit Reports. Listen to the interview here: - [Get work ready with ParentsNext](https://www.yfs.org.au/get-work-ready-with-parentsnext/) - ParentsNext program manager, Rachel Smith explained on 101Fm Logan City Radio how YFS ParentsNext has helped more than 500 Logan parents to improve their work readiness since it started back in April 2016. Listen to the interview here: - [R4Respect is very proud to be a major sponsor of the Griffith Logan Redbacks Rugby League Club](https://www.yfs.org.au/r4respect-is-very-proud-to-be-a-major-sponsor-of-the-griffith-logan-redbacks-rugby-league-club/) - Last night the Redbacks wore their new jerseys for their first home game. Pro Vice Chancellor Lesley Chenoweth presented YFS CEO Cath Bartolo with her own jersey. Griffith University has a long and fruitful relationship with R4Respect sponsoring Andrew Taukolo (pictured) and Jerome Faraimo as Youth Ambassadors for the R4Respect program. The Griffith Logan Redbacks - [Solar flood signs across Logan City warn drivers about dangerous conditions](https://www.yfs.org.au/solar-flood-signs-across-logan-city-warn-drivers-about-dangerous-conditions/) - Jimboomba Times, May 5, 2017 New solar-powered flood warning signs had been installed in Logan City roads before rain from ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie started raising creek and river levels across the region. Manufactured locally using recycled electronic waste, the signs are a combined initiative of Logan City Council, Griffith University and YFS’ social enterprise Substation - [“Don’t Be a Bad Apple” – youth-generated animated clips to counter domestic violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/dont-be-a-bad-apple-youth-generated-animated-clips-to-counter-domestic-violence/) - Great things can happen when young people are the agents of change, not simply the targets to be changed. The young people in R4Respect have teamed up with Griffith Film School to produce a series of animated clips titled “Don’t be a Bad Apple”, that challenge harmful behaviours in relationships. The animated clips, the latest - [Substation33 uses eWaste to build solar flood signs](https://www.yfs.org.au/substation33-uses-ewaste-to-build-solar-flood-signs/) - Flooded road warning signs made from recycled electronic waste and powered by solar energy are the latest innovation from YFS’ social enterprise, Substation 33. In partnership with Logan City Council and Griffith University, Substation33 started working on the automated signage system last November and has now completed 11 out of the possible hundreds of crossings - [Innovations makes the most of waste](https://www.yfs.org.au/innovation-makes-the-most-of-waste/) - Albert & Logan News - April 20, 2017 Logan’s leading innovators showcased their work and shared ideas at last month’s Myriad Festival. Among them was Substation 33 manager Tony Sharp, who turns archaic computers into useful technologies, such as 3D printers, for local schools. Earlier this year his team created early warning flood signs that - [Legal black hole looms under funding cuts](https://www.yfs.org.au/legal-black-hole-looms-under-funding-cuts/) - Albert & Logan News, March 9, 2017 The Palaszczuk state government has called on the Turnbull federal government to reverse a $2 million cut to community legal services. Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Yvette D’Ath said the federal cuts would stop some Logan residents being able to access free legal help. “These funding cuts could - [New service for domestic violence victims arrives in Beaudesert](https://www.yfs.org.au/new-service-for-domestic-violence-victims-arrives-in-beaudesert/) - Beaudesert Times, March 3, 2017 A new domestic violence service has been introduced to Beaudesert as domestic violence cases continue to rise in the region. YFS has partnered with Beaucare to deliver a service providing domestic violence counselling, court support, home safety upgrades for people experiencing domestic and family violence and specialised counselling for children - [Women empowered](https://www.yfs.org.au/women-empowered/) - Albert & Logan News, March 2, 2017 Gender equality, mental health at heart of youth program A new youth led initiative has been launched to help Logan women tackle gender inequality at school and work. Self-esteem, body image, mental health and bullying will also be on the agenda when R4Respect hosts its first Logan Girls - [YFS delivers new domestic violence service in Beaudesert](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-delivers-new-domestic-violence-service-in-beaudesert/) - YFS has partnered with Beaucare to deliver domestic violence counselling and court support in the Beaudesert area. The service, made possible by funding from the Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services aims to drive integrated responses to domestic and family violence across Beaudesert and Jimboomba. YFS CEO, Cath Bartolo said the new service - [Logan Girls Empowerment Project](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-girls-empowerment-project/) - Youth Ambassadors, Jennifer Uwineza and Beenush Khokhar talk about R4Respect's Logan Girls Empowerment Project on 101FM Logan City Radio. The event will take place at the Gould Adams Community Centre on Thursday 9 March 2017. Listen to the interview here: - [Young women invited to take part in the Logan Girls Empowerment Project](https://www.yfs.org.au/young-women-invited-to-take-part-in-the-logan-girls-empowerment-project/) - Jimboomba Times, February 17,2017 Logan women are set to be inspired, cultivating their leadership skills, at an event designed to empower the next generation of thinkers. Young women, aged 15 to 21, have been invited to take part in the Logan Girls Empowerment Project, attending a one-day workshop in March. R4Respect Youth Ambassador Jennifer Uwineza said - [Key parental guidance](https://www.yfs.org.au/key-parental-guidance/) - Albert & Logan News , February 16, 2017 A program helping parents of young children reenter the workforce has expanded in Yarrabilba. YFS’ ParentsNext program, which has already assisted nearly 400 mums and dads, is now available by appointment at the Yarrabilba Community Hub. Project manager Rachel Smith said the burgeoning suburb had been popular - [Logan young women to be empowered](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-young-women-to-be-empowered/) - On Thursday 9 March, at the Gould Adams Community Centre, Logan young women aged 15-21 will come together as a community to participate in the R4Respect’s Logan Girls Empowerment Project. R4Respect’s Logan Girls Empowerment Project was one of the recipients of a Queensland Government grant for activities and events to be held during Queensland Women’s - [ParentsNext goes to Yarrabilba](https://www.yfs.org.au/parentsnext-goes-to-yarrabilba/) - YFS’ ParentsNext program will offer employment preparation services for parents of young children in Yarrabilba every Monday, starting on the 6th of February. After helping almost 400 Logan parents to improve their work readiness since it started back in April 2016, ParentsNext is expanding its work readiness service to residents of Yarrabilba on Mondays from - [Housing strategy gets thumbs up but calls for more jobs training](https://www.yfs.org.au/housing-strategy-gets-thumbs-up-but-calls-for-more-jobs-training/) - Courier Mail, February 1, 2017 Social service providers have welcomed a new public housing strategy but say support for education and training programs should also be bolstered. The State Government’s Better Neighbourhood’s Logan initiative aims to build 3000 new public and affordable dwellings and create 2400 jobs over the next 20 years. Adventist Development Relief - [Job quest takes months](https://www.yfs.org.au/job-quest-takes-months/) - Albert & Logan News, December 22, 2016 Youth employment has plunged across the greater Logan region, with some jobseekers applying for hundreds of jobs to no avail. The participation rate for people aged 15-24 within the Logan-Beaudesert catchment dropped from 70.9 per to 65.4 per cent over the 12 months leading to October 2016. Despite - [Free mobile charging for homeless](https://www.yfs.org.au/free-mobile-charging-for-homeless/) - Courier Mail , December 15 2016 Homeless people in Logan were given a fillip on the weekend when more than $200,000 was allocated to help them stay in touch with family, friends and find work. Housing Minister Mick de Brenni said Logan-based not-for-profit organisation YFS would receive $55,000 from the state government’s Dignity First Fund - [Homelessness in Logan goes mobile with Dignity First](https://www.yfs.org.au/homelessness-in-logan-goes-mobile-with-dignity-first/) - Queensland Government Media Release, Minister for Housing and Public Works Hon Mick de Brenni Logan people experiencing homelessness will be better connected to family, friends and support services with YFS today named as a recipient of the Palaszczuk Government’s Dignity First Fund. Minister for Housing and Public Works Mick de Brenni said YFS will receive $55,000 - [New DFV service in Beaudesert](https://www.yfs.org.au/new-dfv-service-in-beaudesert/) - YFS has partnered with Beaucare to deliver much-needed domestic and family violence counselling and court support in the Beaudesert area. New funding from the Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services has made the service possible. Counselling will be offered for women and children. The service will also undertake some home safety upgrades. - [Logan Enterprise Expo expected to keep on booming](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-enterprise-expo-expected-to-keep-on-booming/) - Jimboomba Times- November 3, 2016 From what started as a conversation between a few friends has turned into a huge success. Hundreds of feet pattered into the 2016 Logan Social Enterprise Expo today, which saw more than 90 stall holders showcase their business specialty. Last year, only 57 booths were on display – kick-starting the - [Jobs focus of services](https://www.yfs.org.au/jobs-focus-of-services/) - Albert & Logan News, November 3, 2016 Services to help parents return to the workforce and make wise financial decisions are coming to Slacks Creek. The new YFS centre on Kingston Rd will house the ParentsNext and Money Smart programs, as well as the Logan and District Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation. Chief executive - [More Logan schools to join the CLUB](https://www.yfs.org.au/more-logan-schools-to-join-the-club/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 28th October, 2016 Funding from the Amanda Flynn Foundation will see The CLUB program delivered to three more schools across Logan until the middle of next year. The CLUB (Communication, Learning, Understanding, and Belonging) works closely with vulnerable school children in Logan helping them to improve their mental health and wellbeing - [YFS Impact Report shows increase in demand for services](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-impact-report-shows-increase-in-demand-for-services/) - More than 10,000 people from Logan and surrounding areas contacted local support services organisation YFS Ltd. for information and advice during 2015-2016. Homelessness (57%), financial assistance (29%), domestic violence (12%) and family support (12%) were the most frequent presenting issues of the total number of these requests. Logan’s major not-for-profit organisation also worked with more - [YFS celebrates new plans, new premises and 32 years of service](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-celebrates-new-plans-new-premises-and-32-years-of-service/) - Next Tuesday 25th of October, marks a triple celebration for YFS. Starting at 3:30 pm, Logan based support services organisation will celebrate the opening of new premises, officially launch its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and hold its 32nd Annual General Meeting. The events will be held at YFS’ new premises in conjunction with other - [Being a guarantor](https://www.yfs.org.au/being-a-guarantor/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 14 October 2016 By: Natasha Pettit YFS Principal Solicitor Tina, Sue’s daughter has asked her if she could be a guarantor on her loan. What should Sue know? If Sue guarantees Tina’s loan and Tina doesn’t pay back the loan, Sue is legally liable to repay the loan. Sue can be - [An affordable Christmas](https://www.yfs.org.au/an-affordable-christmas/) - Life is usually a struggle. We all look forward to Christmas because it is a chance to relax and celebrate. However, many people overspend at Christmas and end up even more stressed in the New Year. Fiona Hawkins, YFS Financial counsellor was recently on 101FM Logan City Radio explaining how to do Christmas your way - [World Homeless Day 2016](https://www.yfs.org.au/world-homeless-day-2016/) - On any given night in Australia, 1 in 200 people are homeless.* Currently, more than 40% of residents in Logan are at high risk of homelessness, compared with 23% of Queensland residents and just 5.5% in Brisbane, according to an index created by the National Centre for Social and Economic Modelling (NATSEM). ** In 2015-16, - [Divorce and property](https://www.yfs.org.au/divorce-and-property/) - The Logan Reporter, September 30 2016 John and Mary have been married for 20 years. They want a divorce so they can separate their relationship property. If John and Mary divorce, that process in itself won’t divide their relationship property. A divorce is the official ending of a marriage and when it is finalised, John - [It's all about respect](https://www.yfs.org.au/its-all-about-respect/) - The Logan Reporter, September 29, 2016 Logan's Jennifer Uwineza and Andrew Taukolo have shared stories about young people leading change through the violence prevention initiative #R4Respect at an international conference on violence against women in Adelaide this month. The two #R4Respect Youth Ambassadors joined a diverse group of people from around Australia, New Zealand, the - [Youth to lead charge](https://www.yfs.org.au/youth-to-lead-charge/) - Albert & Logan News, Thursday 22 September 2016 Two ambassadors of YFS Services’ #R4Respect program were key speakers at a domestic violence conference in Adelaide this week. Jennifer Uwineza and Andrew Taukolo were set to speak at the Prevalent and Preventable conference in Adelaide, run by the Australian Women Against Violence Alliance. Mr Taukolo said - [#R4Respect to present at international domestic violence conference](https://www.yfs.org.au/r4respect-to-present-at-international-domestic-violence-conference/) - Logan young people Jennifer Uwineza and Andrew Taukolo will share stories about young people leading change through the violence prevention initiative #R4Respect at an international conference on violence against women in Adelaide this month. The two #R4Respect Youth Ambassadors will join a diverse group of people from around Australia, New Zealand, the Asia Pacific and - [Minister lauds youth program](https://www.yfs.org.au/minister-lauds-youth-program/) - Albert & Logan News, Thursday 01 September, 2016 Minister for Youth and state Labor MP for Waterford Shannon Fentiman has urged workers at a critical Logan social service to keep up their good work around a key program. Ms Fentiman said the YFS’s R4Respect program was crucial in delivering the message to youth about the - [Beyond the science lab](https://www.yfs.org.au/beyond-the-science-lab/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 26 August, 2016 Park Ridge State High School students are embracing the latest technology, and as Science week drew to a close last week they showed off their skills to Science Minister Leeanne Enoch. She dropped in for a visit with State MP Linus Power. Year 11 student Harrison Warren said - [Old scrap transformed](https://www.yfs.org.au/old-scrap-transformed/) - Park Ridge State High School teacher Joseph Wise with YFS' Social Enterprise Development manager for Substation33, Tony Sharp. The Logan Reporter, Friday 19th August, 2016 Something very different is happening in the centre of Logan. One of the city's latest social enterprises, Substation 33, located at 31 Mary Street, Kingston, is churning through huge bags of - [Parents getting job ready with ParentsNext](https://www.yfs.org.au/parents-getting-job-ready-with-parentsnext/) - Amy, 24, has faced many challenges in life. She had been out of the workforce since she had her two children, a five year old boy and a two year old girl. Relationship difficulties and the challenges of being a single parent made it hard to imagine getting back into working. Amy is one of - [16C members deliver](https://www.yfs.org.au/16c-members-deliver/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 5th August, 2016 Women and children fleeing domestic violence have been given a boost5 with a donation from YFS’ social enterprise 16C Creations. The group have donated their sale proceeds to the Working Against Violence Support Service, WAVSS. By selling their well-known notepads for $5 each to family and friends, the - [The CLUB established in Logan Village State School](https://www.yfs.org.au/the-club-established-in-logan-village-state-school/) - Jimboomba Times, Thursday 4th August 2016 Philanthropic funding from the Amanda Flynn Foundation has seen school term three at Logan Village State School start with the introduction of a whole new club. The CLUB is a program delivered by YFS to vulnerable school children in Logan City. Spokesperson Rosa Rois said The CLUB stood for - [The CLUB goes to more Logan schools](https://www.yfs.org.au/the-club-goes-to-more-logan-schools/) - Philanthropic funding from the Amanda Flynn Foundation will allow YFS’ The CLUB program to be delivered in three more schools across Logan, until 30th June 2017. The CLUB (Communication, Learning, Understanding, and Belonging) works closely with vulnerable school children in Logan helping them to improve their mental health and wellbeing and develop their social and - [Youth making a difference](https://www.yfs.org.au/youth-making-a-difference/) - Jimboomba Times, Monday 18 July, 2016 By: Member for Logan Linus Power MP Young people can get a bad rap sometimes so that is why it was all the more impressive to see young leaders working together to make a difference at the R4Respect forum on Innovation in Youth Participation at the Logan Campus of Griffith - [Substation 33: recycling electronics & helping those with a disability](https://www.yfs.org.au/substation-33-recycling-electronics-helping-those-with-a-disability/) - 612 ABC Brisbane Listen to the interview here: - [Youth calling for respectful relationships](https://www.yfs.org.au/youth-calling-for-respectful-relationships/) - Evening with Sarah Howells, 612 ABC Brisbane When it comes to making social change, who do we look to in order the make a change? If you search #R4Respect, you just might find the answer! On Friday morning, the Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy and Small Business, Leeanne Enoch is officially opening - [Forum looks at young people leading change](https://www.yfs.org.au/forum-looks-at-young-people-leading-change/) - A forum of ideas on how young people can lead social change will be hosted by YFS’ R4Respect and Griffith University on Friday 15th July from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is designed around open discussions on how youth can be a driving force in the promotion of respectful and non-violent relationships among - [Debts spiral in Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/debts-spiral-in-logan/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 24 June 2016 Logan has topped the list of suburbs with the highest SPER debts in the state. Queensland Treasury statistics released last week reveal the postcodes of 4207, taking in Beenleigh and Logan Village, and 4114, which includes Logan Central and Woodridge, owe the most in SPER debts across the - [Logan community services struggling to cope with rising homelessness](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-community-services-struggling-to-cope-with-rising-homelessness/) - ABC News, AM Radio National, Thursday 23 June 2016 Homelessness is a huge issue in the Logan area, with local community services struggling to keep up with growing demand for food and shelter. Rising unemployment, unaffordable housing, mental health and substance abuse issues are all huge factors contributing to problems in the region. Listen to - [Kindness takes over the region](https://www.yfs.org.au/kindness-takes-over-the-region/) - Albert & Logan News, Thursday 23 June 2016 If Logan had a kindness index, it would have reached new highs last week on the inaugural DoSomething! Day. Across the city, people made the most of the opportunity and did something nice for someone else. From small gestures such as buying a coffee for a stranger, - [Payday lenders](https://www.yfs.org.au/payday-lenders/) - Payday lenders advertise that they will lend you quick, easy money. Many people think that Payday Lenders help them, when in actual fact they can make things worse. Fiona Hawkins, YFS Financial counsellor explained on 101FM Logan City Radio how expensive payday loans can be and why we need to be clear on what we - [App for young boys aims to prevent domestic violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/app-for-young-boys-aims-to-prevent-domestic-violence/) - A concept for an app aimed at engaging boys aged 10 to 15 to teach them respectful relationships with girls has been developed by a QUT social marketing expert as “another part of the jigsaw” to prevent domestic violence against women. The app, however, never mentions the words “domestic violence” or “violence against women”, says - [Logan based financial counsellor to represent consumers on new Code Monitoring Committee](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-based-financial-counsellor-to-represent-consumers-on-new-code-monitoring-committee/) - Logan-based Financial Counsellor Fiona Hawkins, from YFS, will represent consumers on a new national committee to monitor debt collectors’ compliance with their Code of Practice. YFS CEO Cath Bartolo congratulated Ms Hawkins on her appointment as the National Consumer Representative on the new Code Monitoring Committee for the Collectors and Debt Buyers Association. Members of - [Respect the legal line](https://www.yfs.org.au/respect-the-legal-line/) - The violence prevention program #R4Respect is launching a new program that will help Logan young people know where to draw the legal line in respectful relationships. The program is supported by Maurice Blackburn Lawyers. Through a digital campaign called Respect the Legal Line, this new program will tackle challenging topics related to domestic violence in - [YFS Legal reports rising demand for legal assistance](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-legal-reports-rising-demand-for-legal-assistance/) - In the lead up to National Law Week 2016*, Logan community legal centre, YFS Legal is reporting an increased demand for its services. YFS Principal Solicitor, Natasha Ristic said the first quarter of 2016 saw a 6.5% increase in the number of clients assisted, including a small rise in their generalist legal advice and criminal - [Budget 2016: youth jobs plan](https://www.yfs.org.au/budget-2016-youth-jobs-plan/) - 612 ABC Brisbane, Drive with Emma Griffiths, Wednesday 4 May 2016 The real work for the dole, that's what Treasurer Scott Morrison has called his new youth jobs plan to move young job seekers into paid internships. Social welfare groups are welcoming the move but the unions are not happy. So will this youth jobs plan - [Noisy neighbours](https://www.yfs.org.au/noisy-neighbours/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 29 April 2016 By: Natasha Pettit YFS Senior Solicitor Ann’s neighbour Tim plays loud music during the day and his dog barks constantly, what are Ann’s legal rights to stop the noise? If Ann feels safe to do so, she should try and talk to Tim about the problem. In order - [Buying a used car](https://www.yfs.org.au/buying-a-used-car/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 15 April 2016 By: Natasha Pettit YFS Senior solicitor Tom wants to buy a used car, what should he be aware of? Tom needs to make sure he knows exactly what he is buying and that he is not purchasing a ‘lemon’. Tom should get the car checked by a mechanic - [Debt Collectors](https://www.yfs.org.au/debt-collectors/) - Have you ever wondered who is a debt collector and why are they allowed to ring and hassle people so much? Our Financial Counsellor, Fiona Hawkins explained on 101FM Logan City Radio a debt collector’s role and the rules and ways to handle these calls. Listen to the interview here: - [YFS domestic violence campaign gets boost](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-domestic-violence-campaign-gets-boost/) - The Logan Reporter, Thursday 31st March 2016 Logan may have one of the highest incident rates of domestic violence in the country, but it is also home to a groundbreaking strategy aiming to eradicate domestic violence from the city, and it is being led by our youth. Last year YFS launched the groundbreaking R4Respect campaign, - [Family law and the children](https://www.yfs.org.au/family-law-and-children/) - By: Natasha Ristic YFS Principal Solicitor What is considered when making decisions about children? The Court considers a number of factors as set out in the Family Law Act. The factors are useful guidelines for individuals to consider when trying to reach an agreement privately or through court. The main concern of the court is - [Youth to lead change in family violence prevention](https://www.yfs.org.au/youth-to-lead-change-in-family-violence-prevention/) - Funding from the Queensland Government’s Advance Queensland Knowledge Transfer Partnership program will support YFS in the development and evaluation of its #R4Respect youth engagement model. The model aims to upskill young people in public awareness campaigns with a focus on digital communications to become agents of change. The grant recognises YFS’ work in leading innovation - [Problem gambling: more than a financial issue](https://www.yfs.org.au/problem-gambling-more-than-a-financial-issue/) - An estimated five million Australians are impacted by Problem Gambling* and one in six people who play the pokies regularly has a serious addiction. ** Problem gambling impacts not only the gambler but also their families and their relationships. In the Logan and Beaudesert areas, YFS offers a financial counselling service for people affected by - [YFS Connect links locals with support](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-connect-links-locals-with-support/) - In just two months, YFS’ new “front door” service YFS Connect has responded to 1,768 requests for information and advice about issues ranging from homelessness to energy use. YFS CEO Cath Bartolo said YFS Connect brings together information, advice and services for people experiencing homelessness, financial problems or other concerns. “Our YFS Connect team includes - [New system to link up support](https://www.yfs.org.au/new-system-to-link-up-support/) - Albert & Logan News, Thursday 11 February 2016 Social service organisation YFS has launched a new system to makes lives easier for clients. The YFS Connect system has “streamlined” the process of getting help for clients when they first walk in the door, YFS Executive manager client services, Camila Aldred said. “YFS Connect operates as - [Credit reports](https://www.yfs.org.au/credit-reports/) - One of the most common questions that people ask our Financial Counsellors is how can they fix their credit reports? Our Financial Counsellor, Fiona Hawkins explains on 101FM Logan City Radio how you can manage your own credit report and avoid the large fees that some Credit Repair companies charge. Listen to the interview here: - [The law and motor vehicle accidents](https://www.yfs.org.au/the-law-and-motor-vehicle-accidents/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 05 February 2016 By: Natasha Pettit Senior Solicitor Susan has been in a motor vehicle accident with another person, what should she do? Susan must report the accident to the police if there has been a death or injury, the vehicle is not driveable and a driver fails to provide required - [Legal advice is available for responding to the police](https://www.yfs.org.au/legal-advice-is-available-for-responding-to-the-police/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 22nd January 2016 By: Natasha Pettit YFS Acting Principal Solicitor Chris has been arrested by the police without a warrant, what are his rights? The police can arrest Chris without a warrant if they reasonably believe that Chris has broken the law or is about to break the law. Further, if - [YFS to launch new hub for Logan Beaudesert region](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-to-launch-new-hub-for-logan-beaudesert-region/) - YFS is launching a new Financial Counselling, Capability and Resilience Hub in January 2016. Called YFS Connect, the hub will support vulnerable people with housing, tenancy and financial issues. YFS Connect will build on the good work done to date by YFS’ Information, Referral and Assessment Service (IRAS) which in the last financial year responded - [Tenancy and the law](https://www.yfs.org.au/tenancy-and-the-law/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 11th December 2015 By: Helen Perry YFS Solicitor Kayla wants to rent a house. What are some important things to know? When you start renting you should be given a Form 18a- General tenancy agreement (lease). You and the landlord must sign the agreement and you should be given a copy. - [Promoting social values](https://www.yfs.org.au/promoting-social-values/) - The Logan Reporter, Friday 11th December 2015 Substation33 in top five countrywide Substation33 has been recognised as one of the top five social enterprises in Australia in a global search. Conducted by Chivas Regal, The Venture is a global initiative that seeks to uncover and award the leading social enterprise on the planet. Chivas Regal - [New programs for young people with a disability in Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/new-programs-for-young-people-with-a-disability-in-logan/) - YFS has started two new programs for young people with a disability in their final years of high school, to help them develop the skills for life after school in a fun environment. Livin’ Large, Takin’ Charge! and Come and Try Us Out aim to introduce school students aged 15 to 18, to the world - [Heartfelt hospitality helps Logan families feel festive](https://www.yfs.org.au/heartfelt-hospitality-helps-logan-families-feel-festive/) - A group of generous Brisbane hospitality leaders are throwing a Christmas Eve party to remember for some Logan families. Members of the Hospitality with Heart group have invited clients from Logan not-for-profit organisation YFS to enjoy a feast, complete with gifts, entertainment, activities and pampering. YFS CEO Cath Bartolo said she was overwhelmed by the - [#Respect: a new force in Logan schools](https://www.yfs.org.au/respect-a-new-force-in-logan-schools/) - Taking strong action to promote respectful relationships within the Logan community, four #R4Respect Youth Ambassadors will visit Beenleigh State High School this Friday 4th December to deliver interactive sessions to students from Years 7, 8 and 9. Through three sessions, starting at 9 am and finishing at 1 pm, Youth Ambassadors will interact with students - [African Australians Awards Queensland 2015](https://www.yfs.org.au/african-australians-awards-queensland-2015/) - Kelly Rose Sibanda and Suzanna Majok were announced as the winners of the Young Community Leader Award presented by YFS during the African Australians Awards Queensland 2015 held on Friday 13 November 2015 at the Queensland Parliament House. ‪#‎R4Respect‬ Youth Ambassador, Abak Deng was the winner of the African Australian Community Ambassador Award presented by - [Business booms at expo](https://www.yfs.org.au/business-booms-at-expo/) - The Logan Reporter- Friday 13th November 2015 Fifty five social enterprises and associated businesses in Logan showcased their high quality products and services at the inaugural Logan Social Enterprise Expo 2015. The expo, which took place at Logan Entertainment Centre on November 4, was well received. Chair of the organising committee and Social Enterprise Development - [Parties and the law](https://www.yfs.org.au/parties-and-the-law/) - The Logan Reporter- Friday 13th November 2015 My daughter is 16 and wants to have a party at home, is that legal? Yes, but there are a few things you should consider: A person under the age of 18 years can only drink alcohol at private premises if a responsible adult is supervising them. For - [Logan Social Enterprise Expo 2015 hailed a success](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-social-enterprise-expo-2015-hailed-a-success/) - Fifty five social enterprises and associated businesses in Logan showcased their high quality products and services at the inaugural Logan Social Enterprise Expo 2015. Logan’s first social enterprise expo, held at the Logan Entertainment Centre on Wednesday 6th November, was well received by local residents and allowed the local business community to connect and network - [Substation33 becomes finalist at 2015 Premier’s Sustainability Awards](https://www.yfs.org.au/substation33-becomes-finalist-at-2015-premiers-sustainability-awards/) - YFS’ social enterprise, Substation33 was announced as one of the finalists in the Community Awards at the 2015 Premier’s Sustainability Awards that took place at a gala evening at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on Thursday. From 117 entrants in this year’s awards, Substation33 became finalist for its innovative effort in addressing Logan unemployment - [YFS releases 2014-15 Annual Report](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-releases-2014-15-annual-report/) - Logan-based support services organisation YFS Ltd responded to almost 9,000 requests for information or help last financial year, and provided case work, case management or legal representation to more than 4,000 people. But YFS CEO Cath Bartolo prefers to focus on the individual people who make up these statistics. At its Annual General Meeting this - [Young people in Logan teaching respect to prevent domestic violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/young-people-in-logan-teaching-respect-to-prevent-domestic-violence/) - 612 ABC Brisbane- Tuesday 27th October 2015 When you're young, you're often told what to do, how to behave and what is right and wrong. While it's important to have guidance, sometimes we forget the power of letting young people make change themselves. Youth and Family Service's R4Respect program is for people aged 12 to - [Logan Social Enterprise Expo 2015: a one stop shop for social businesses](https://www.yfs.org.au/logan-social-enterprise-expo-2015-a-one-stop-shop-for-social-businesses/) - On Wednesday 4th November 2015, more than 30 local social enterprises in Logan will showcase their products and services at the Logan Social Enterprise Marketplace and Forum 2015. Logan’s first Social Enterprise Expo will allow the local business community to connect and network with new and existing social enterprises in the area. Social enterprises use - [Support R4Respect](https://www.yfs.org.au/support-r4respect/) - Please support our R4Respect program and contribute via the link below https://letsact.com.au/projects/r4respect/#supporters - [Our Logan Our City Magazine - Respect the message](https://www.yfs.org.au/our-logan-our-city-magazine-respect-the-message/) - A campaign to promote respectful relationships and anti-violence message to 12-24 year olds has been launched in the City of Logan. What makes this campaign different to most is that it will be shaped and delivered by young people who live in the city. - [Help fight poverty](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-fight-poverty/) - Albert & Logan News More than 5000 calls were received from people who were homeless or at risk of becoming homeless last financial year by one of Logan’s leading services organisations. Youth and Family Services chief executive and co-chairwoman of anti-Poverty Week (October 11-17) gave Australians an opportunity to highlight issues of poverty and hardship - [Young people ask #RU4Respect?](https://www.yfs.org.au/young-people-ask-ru4respect/) - R4Respect has partnered with Griffith University to raise awareness around domestic violence in Logan and surrounds. With these combined efforts, R4Respect Youth Ambassadors along with other guest speakers plan to encourage local residents to promote respectful relationships between young people in an event that will be held on Tuesday 27th October at Griffith University Logan - [Stop the Violence](https://www.yfs.org.au/stop-the-violence/) - Albert & Logan News The Chief Executive of a frontier Logan city support group has urged the community to work together to eradicate domestic violence. YFS’s Cath Bartolo said the violence had to stop. “There is a lot happening in Logan to combat DV. Our whole community is saying enough is enough,” she said. “We - [Youth to spread respect](https://www.yfs.org.au/youth-to-spread-respect/) - Albert & Logan News YFS has launched #R4Respect, a new domestic violence prevention and education strategy for young people aged 12-24 in Logan. The initiative was launched at St Francis College in Crestmead by the Minister for Science and Innovation, Leeanne Enoch. #R4Respect is a youth-led strategy to promote respectful and non-violent relationships among young - [ABC TV - Youth Unemployment in Logan and Substation 33](https://www.yfs.org.au/abc-tv-youth-unemployment-in-logan-and-substation-33-2/) - Tony Sharp from Substation 33 speaking about unemployment in Logan. Click Read More to listen. - [ABC TV - Youth unemployment in Logan and Substation 33](https://www.yfs.org.au/abc-tv-youth-unemployment-in-logan-and-substation-33/) - Tony Sharp from YFS's Substation 33 speaking about the social enterprise. - [ABC Radio - Substation 33](https://www.yfs.org.au/audio-example/) - Tony Sharp from YFS's Substation 33 speaking about the social enterprise. - [ABC TV - Youth Suicide](https://www.yfs.org.au/abc-tv-youth-suicide/) - One of our young people speaking about youth suicide ## Pages - [Home](https://www.yfs.org.au/) - YFS is a community services organisation based in Logan. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to thrive. Find support you can rely on. - [Privacy](https://www.yfs.org.au/privacy/) - Privacy statement YFS is committed to protecting your privacy. We understand and appreciate that you are concerned about your privacy and the security of any information provided to us. 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Create account So many people in Logan want to work, - [Seek a student placement](https://www.yfs.org.au/seek-a-student-placement/) - Seek a student placement We have placement opportunities for students of universities, TAFE institutes and private training providers. • Human Services and Social Work• Community Work, Behavioural Sciences and Public Health• Business and Administration• Communications and/or Marketing Students are offered the opportunity to become voluntary members of the YFS team.The commitment for this role varies - [Volunteer your time](https://www.yfs.org.au/volunteer-your-time/) - Volunteer your time Help make a real impact in the lives of people in Logan! We have a variety of exciting volunteering opportunities available in Slacks Creek, Kingston and Jimboomba. Our team of volunteers help assist and support our staff in all activities of our organisation, particularly:YFS Legal (solicitor and paralegal positions)Substation33 (people seeking work - [Partner with us](https://www.yfs.org.au/partner-with-us/) - Partner with us Interested in becoming a YFS partner?Help make a real impact on the lives of people who are doing it tough. Reach out to us and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Reach out to us We proudly partner with the following government, community and business groups. Government partners - [Make a donation](https://www.yfs.org.au/make-a-donation/) - Make a donation We need your support to help everyday people in Logan and surrounds to thrive. Donations $2 and more are tax deductible.Our donations form works best on the Chrome, Safari and Edge web browsers. If you need to speak to someone about your donation, call 3826 1500 and ask to speak to donor - [Help us make change](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-us-make-change/) - Help us make change The work of YFS is essential in backing people in Logan to overcome challenges and live thriving lives. There are many ways that you can help us to help more people.Find out how you can get involved. Make a donation We are a not-for-profit organisation and raise funds to support people - [R4Respect and Men4Respect](https://www.yfs.org.au/r4respect-and-men4respect/) - Through R4Respect and Men4Respect, young people support other young people to develop values, knowledge and skills for respectful relationships. - [Our history](https://www.yfs.org.au/our-history/) - YFS is proud of our history of leadership in Logan. Our timeline highlights some of YFS' key achievements and initiatives over the years. - [Who we are](https://www.yfs.org.au/who-we-are/) - Who we are At YFS, we back people not just to overcome adversity, but to thrive. We know everyone needs secure housing, a decent income and safe relationships. But we also understand the importance of skills, connections and hope.70% of people who contact YFS have housing issues. By the time they leave us, 80% are - [Login](https://www.yfs.org.au/login/) - Username or Email Address Password Remember Me Log In Lost your password? - [Stories of YFS](https://www.yfs.org.au/stories/) - BACK TO YFS Stories of YFS YFS has been part of the Logan community since 1984. Over the past 40 years, we’ve grown, evolved and helped shape countless lives.To mark our 40th anniversary, we’re sharing stories from the people who make YFS what it is—clients, staff, and community partners. Throughout the year, we’ll be releasing - [Yosan's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/yosans-story/) - Yosan’s Story Keeping Siblings Together Photographed: YFS Staff Larisa, with Yosan “If we hadn’t come to YFS I’d have probably dropped out of high school and be working a part-time job to find a better place to stay. It would have been tough, tough days. The door opened the day we met Larissa - [Matt's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/matts-story/) - Matt’s Story Empowering Young Parents Stock photo used for privacy. When young dad Matt moved interstate to be with his newborn son, he had no family or support systems to help him acclimatise to his new life in Logan.After his relationship broke down, he was still living with his ex-partner, but it was - [Grace's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/graces-story/) - Grace’s Story Investing In Our Workforce An interest in research landed Grace a student work placement in the Logan Zero team at YFS. Logan Zero is collaborative campaign advocating for systems change to end homelessness in Logan. While it might not seem an obvious fit for someone completing a Bachelor of Social Work, Grace - [2024 Impact report](https://www.yfs.org.au/2024impactreport/) - 2023-24 Impact Report Our Place in the Community Message from CEO and Chair For 40 years, YFS has been a part of the Logan community. As we celebrate our continuing connection to community, the theme for this YFS Impact Report is “Our place in the community”.2023-24 has been a year of significant demand on our - [YFS 2024 Annual General Meeting](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs-2023-annual-general-meeting/) - 2024 Annual General Meeting Join us for our 2024 Annual General Meeting and the launch of our Impact Report The YFS AGM will take place on Tuesday 29 October 2024 at 4:00pm, followed by tea and coffee.Attend in person at YFS, 2-4 Rowan Street, Slacks Creek or online via Microsoft Teams.We’re excited to welcome Gerard - [2024 Annual General Meeting](https://www.yfs.org.au/2024-annual-general-meeting/) - 2024 Annual General Meeting Join us for our 2024 Annual General Meeting and the launch of our Impact Report The YFS AGM will take place on Tuesday 29 October 2024 at 4:00pm, followed by tea and coffee.Attend in person at YFS, 2-4 Rowan Street, Slacks Creek or online via Microsoft Teams.We’re excited to welcome Gerard - [Using technology for safety](https://www.yfs.org.au/using-technology-for-safety/) - Project RITA is trialing practical ways to help raise awareness about technology facilitated abuse and increase safe use of technology. - [Workshop on understanding and preventing child sexual exploitation](https://www.yfs.org.au/workshop-understanding-cse/) - Understanding and preventing child sexual exploitation workshop Event description This training enables professionals and agencies involved with children and young people to gain a greater understanding of child sexual exploitation (CSE).It explores the sophisticated models of recruitment (‘grooming’) used to sexually exploit young people as well as teaching skills in assessment and intervention with the - [Our partnerships in Logan](https://www.yfs.org.au/our-partnerships-in-logan/) - Our partnerships in Logan We achieve tangible outcomes through integrated services and partnerships. Visit our timeline Our current financial and in-kind contributions for Logan Hosanna Logan – transport food bankGriffith University Logan scholarshipsChildren by ChoiceRefugee Association Logan – transport Co-location partnership agreements YFS LegalYFS Legal provides services to the Logan Family Relationships Centre as part - [Make a single donation](https://www.yfs.org.au/make-a-single-donation/) - Make a single donation We need your support to help everyday people in Logan and surrounds to thrive. Donations $2 and more are tax deductible. Our donations form works best on the Chrome, Safari and Edge web browsers. If you need to speak to someone about your donation, call 3826 1500 and ask to speak - [Help mums create new lives](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-mums-create-new-lives/) - Make a donation Help mums create new lives Our domestic and family violence support workers report that when mums and their kids escape violence, they usually have to leave behind everything.They flee with nothing more than the clothes on their backs.Most times, they don’t have their own bank accounts, so they escape without any money.Help - [Back R4Respect, Men4Respect](https://www.yfs.org.au/support-r4respect-men4respect/) - Make a donation Support R4Respect to prevent controlling and abusive behaviour from a young age R4Respect receives limited funding from government. The team relies on the goodwill of people and organisations like you to make an impact.By making a donation, you will help our youth wokers reach out to more young people face-to-face and nationally through - [We need your support to help jobseekers find work](https://www.yfs.org.au/support-spark/) - Make a donation We need your support to help jobseekers find work So many people in Logan want to work, but find it difficult to get a job.Some are fleeing domestic and family violence, keen to make a fresh start for their kids.Others are like Anne, who comes from overseas and can’t access most Australian employment - [First Nations legal education toolkit](https://www.yfs.org.au/first-nations-legal-education-toolkit/) - The YFS First Nations Legal Education toolkit is designed to provide and facilitate community legal education for First Nations people. - [Renting and the law - know your rights](https://www.yfs.org.au/renting-and-the-law/) - Know your rights and get useful tips for navigating the ins and outs of renting. Our handy factsheets have useful information about renting and the law. - [Help young people reach their goals](https://www.yfs.org.au/help-young-people-reach-their-goals/) - Make a donation Help young people reach their goals Many of the young people we work with don’t have support systmes in place and need financial support to get job-ready or to pursue further study, including:assistance with driving lessons to learn to drive and get their hours uphelp with paying for their driving test and - [Rebecca's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/rebeccas-story/) - Rebecca’s story Rebecca and her family turned their lives around with help from YFS’ Intensive Family Support program “To have someone who wanted to hear our story, and to come into our home and not judge us, it made such a big difference.” When Pep from the Intensive Family Support program first contacted Rebecca - [2023 Impact report](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs2023impactreport/) - 2022-23 Impact Report Doing what it takes Message from CEO and Chair The theme of this year’s YFS Impact Report is doing what it takes.The escalating challenges of the housing crisis and rising cost of living have increased the complexity of issues we are addressing. This necessitated more intensive, longer-term responses and led us to - [Matthew's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/matthews-story/) - Matthew’s story Matthew and his kids are home and healthy “Having somewhere stable to live has made a big difference. So much has changed in the past few months. Everything has started to get better.” Matthew is a single father of two children aged 8 and 5 who both have complex needs. The family - [Joshua's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/joshuas-story/) - Joshua’s story The power of support and connections: Joshua’s transformation with the help of Youthlink “I’m proud of myself for escaping the hole that I built. Having a nightly routine, planning for the next day, and having goals are all important to me. I’m doing much better now.” Joshua was first referred to YFS’ - [Kloe's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/kloes-story/) - Kloe’s story Kloe sees a brighter future for herself and her family “I felt that I was not just another statistic. The team at YFS took time to listen, gave me moral support and pushed me to do better.” With support from the Step by Step, ParentsNext and Spark employment mentoring teams, mother of - [Paula's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/paulas-story/) - Paula’s story Paula is getting her confidence back with support from the Women’s Advocacy program “I’ve learnt so much through Kirsty. She’s taught me to be so strong, I feel that I can get through anything.” Paula* says it was a big weight off her shoulders when YFS’ Senior Women’s Advocate, Kirsty, contacted her - [Lauren's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/lauren-story/) - Lauren’s story Step-by-step, Lauren is standing on her own two feet “I’m really happy. I love where I’m staying, and I love just being independent and doing my own thing. I have my freedom, I have my own space.” There are moments in our lives when we need help to put one foot in - [J's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/js-story/) - J’s story The power of Resolve: J’s journey from the streets to thriving “I’m really happy. I love where I’m staying, and I love just being independent and doing my own thing. I have my freedom, I have my own space.” J was living on the streets when he first connected with Resolve. His - [Cassie's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/cassies-story/) - Cassie’s story Next Step Plus helped Cassie build her confidence, reach her goals and find a new home “I’m really happy. I love where I’m staying, and I love just being independent and doing my own thing. I have my freedom, I have my own space.” “I’ve pretty much achieved everything that I wanted to - [Young Dads Squad](https://www.yfs.org.au/young-dads-squad/) - Young Dads’ Squad Are you interested in meeting other young dads, expanding your skills and learning more about children's development? Come along to Young Dads’ Squad, a safe environment for young dads to get together, learn new skills and make new friends.Activities include gaming, golfing, fishing, tenpin bowling and more.You’ll also get to learn more - [Leave a gift in your will](https://www.yfs.org.au/leave-a-gift-in-your-will/) - Leave a gift in your will We need your support to help everyday people in Logan and surrounds to thrive. With your donation, we can support people to overcome the many adversities that are holding them back from thriving. Every year, our support programs change people’s lives.Your legacy will ensure many more people change their - [Become a monthly donor](https://www.yfs.org.au/become-a-monthly-donor/) - Become a monthly donor We need your support to help everyday people in Logan and surrounds to thrive. Donations $2 and more are tax deductible. Our donations form works best on the Chrome, Safari and Edge web browsers. If you need to speak to someone about your donation, call 3826 1500 and ask to speak - [Social media code of conduct](https://www.yfs.org.au/social-media-code-of-conduct/) - Social media code of conduct YFS is dedicated to maintaining safe spaces on social media. We are proud to promote a culture of inclusivity, respect and acceptance. To ensure our social media followers feel comfortable, we have developed some guidelines to keep in mind as you interact on our accounts. Please be respectful of other people’s opinions and - [Support kids to start school](https://www.yfs.org.au/support-kids-to-start-school/) - Make a donation Support kids to start school Many children in Logan and surrounds are growing up without access to a stable home and a great education.Without a regular income, their parents can only afford the basics: food, rent and bills.Having money for school uniforms, shoes, textbooks or the occasional excursion is often a pipe - [2022 Impact report](https://www.yfs.org.au/yfs2022impactreport/) - 2021-22 Impact Report Working Together Our 2021-22 impact report focuses on working together, a key element of YFS’ Theory of Change. Download our full 2021-22 Impact Report View our Impact Report section by section Message from CEO and Chair In the past year we have deepened our integration efforts to provide holistic services that back - [Daisey's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/daiseys-story/) - Daisey’s story “It’s all about changing your mind set, being positive, focusing on your future and being ready to change.” Daisey finds courage, confidence and self-belief Daisey is working towards achieving her goals with support from YFS and the Johnathan Thurston Academy. When Daisey first connected with YFS through the Community Youth Justice program - [May's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/mays-story/) - May’s story “I believed in my ability to work, but I couldn’t do everything by myself. We have to be a team. Everyone had a role.” Collaboration works for women May found a new job and got her finances back on track with support from the team at YFS. May was self-employed for many - [Chace and Marcella's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/chace-marcellas-story/) - Chace and Marcella’s story “We wake up and still think is this real, are we really living here. It’s just mind blowing at this stage, it doesn’t feel real.” Learning to navigate the housing system With support from the YFS Housing 1st team Chace and Marcella are now both thriving in their new home - [Meera's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/meeras-story/) - Meera’s story “You guys are doing great here. I think a lot about you working as a team. If I go back and think of how we were before we met you guys…I’m more hopeful for the future now.” Teamwork backs young parents to thrive A Step by Step Family Practitioner, Housing Support Worker - [Stuff you need to know about the law: podcast series](https://www.yfs.org.au/law-podcast/) - Law podcast Stuff you need to know about the law A YFS Legal podcast The YFS Legal team has created a new podcast series: Stuff You Need to Know About the Law.Within the series, YFS team member Michelle chats with various guests discussing everything you need to know about the law.There is something in this - [Nick's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/nicks-story/) - Nick’s story “Substation has helped me get my life back on track. I’ve paid off a $16,000 SPER debt, I’m getting my driver’s licence back and I have a job for the first time in five years. My overall outlook has changed and I’m happy where I am now.” Substation33 helps Nick get his - [Mac's story](https://www.yfs.org.au/macs-story/) - Mac’s story When Mac recently applied for his first job, he aced the interview and was hired straight away. Mac builds his resilience and confidence Mac’s sister referred him to YFS based on her own experience with the YFS Connect team. She felt that Youthlink could help Mac build his resilience and confidence.Kia from Youthlink - [Young Parent Influencers](https://www.yfs.org.au/young-parent-influencers/) - Young parent influencers What are the dreams and challenges for young parents? How can the community better support them? Are you a young parent in the Logan area? The Backing Young Parents Working Group is looking for your input on how to best support young parents. You can become a Young Parent Influencer and help us - [Mental health impacting on your day-to-day functioning?](https://www.yfs.org.au/mental-health/) - Mental health impacting your day-to-day functioning? We can help to support where mental health is impacting on your capacity to access and sustain secure housing. Contact us for support We can support you to identify your mental health recovery and housing goals. Our team can assist you to build and improve your psychosocial functioning and - [Electronic data transmission disclaimer](https://www.yfs.org.au/electronic-data-transmission-disclaimer/) - Disclaimer If you are not the intended recipient of an email from YFS, please notify the sender immediately and delete and destroy all electronic and hard copies of the email. 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