Welcome
The Office for Youth leads the State Government’s commitment to working with Victoria’s diverse groups of young people, and the communities and organisations in which they are involved. This website provides information for youth workers, teachers, academics, parents and anyone with an interest in working with young Victorians and supporting them to reach their full potential.
Welcome New Rovers
Youthcentral, the Victorian Government's website for young Victorians, has newly appointed another set of Roving Reporters to the dynamic team.
The Roving Reporters ensure that the content on the website is predominately written by young people, with reviews, discussion pieces and topical pieces on just about everything that matters to them.
The position reiterates that youth participation is a key foundation of youthcentral. Over 250 young people have been Roving Reporters for the site since its inception, with many other young people contributing opinions and articles. Visit the Roving Reporter profiles at youthcentral.
New resource to tackle cyber bullying
Mr Merlino, Minister for Youth Affairs, has announced a new Cyber Safety section and video on youthcentral, the Victorian Government’s website for young people, to provide up to date information and tips on being safe while using new technologies. Visit the youthcentral cyber bullying video.
National Youth Week Grant assessments
Do you know a young person that would be interested in helping assess National Youth Week funding? Visit youthcentral for more information.
Real life doesn’t need retouching
Forming part of the Positive Body Image Strategy, the ‘Real life doesn’t need retouching’ ad aims to raise awareness among young people about the use of digital manipulation to images of so called ‘perfect bodies’ on TV, billboards and in magazines. The ‘Real life doesn’t need retouching’ ad is appearing on MySpace, youthcentral and the Premier’s website.
Future Directions: An action agenda for young people
The Victorian Government’s youth agenda, Future Directions, reflects the broad range of activity going on across government for young Victorians aged 12 to 25. It brings together five specific desired outcomes that the community, young people and their families have endorsed as priorities. The Government’s role is to provide options and services for young people, as well as ensuring their rights are respected and they have real opportunities to build meaningful careers and lives.