News

Youth Homelessness and the Cost-of-Living Crisis: What Must Change

Preventing Youth Homelessness Requires Collaboration, Courage, and Urgency

Advocating for Change: WACOSS, Youth Futures and the Push for Youth Homelessness Action

A School That Meets You Where You Are: Inside the Youth Futures Hub Model

Why Big Yellow is Backing the Pipeline Challenge 2025

WA 2025 Budget response

Walking Alongside Young People: Lara’s Role Supporting Young People Involved With Youth Justice

Youth Futures Case Worker Lara is the only Housing Support Worker for young people aged 16–18 exiting juvenile justice in Western Australia.

In the Field with Kirsty: Helping Young People Find Their Way Home

Kirsty is a Case Worker at Youth Futures, and her job is all about walking alongside young people facing homelessness as they take steps toward a better future.

Real People, Real Change: The Transformation Behind One Call

Big things are happening at Youth Futures across our homelessness and support services. Under new leadership, we’re becoming more focused, intentional, and grounded in what truly matters: supporting young people at one of the most critical points in their lives.

2025 Tax Appeal

Discover how your support can change a young person's future. In this message from CEO Michelle Jenkins, Youth Futures highlights the power of trauma-informed care and your impact through our 2024 tax appeal. Donate before June 30.

Spotlight on Riley*: A Journey of Growth and Resilience

Learn about Riley* and his journey with Youth Futures Community School.

Seeing the Whole Story: Why Trauma-Informed Practice Matters

By Jennifer Achari

2024 Annual Report

Our 2024 Annual Report is here! Access the full report here.

Youth Homelessness in Focus: Party Policies Snapshot

As the federal election approaches on May 3, Youth Futures is seeing more and more at-risk young people in Western Australia urgently in need of support. We call on the incoming government to strengthen its commitment to meaningful, well-funded policies that address the youth homelessness crisis and make sure these young people receive the help they so desperately need.

Here’s a snapshot of what we know about each party’s policies on youth homelessness.

Housing Shortage Election Policies

Our CEO Michelle Jenkins’ take on election policies tackling the housing shortage.

Community School Hubs updates

Principal Paul Jones is thrilled to share a little about our Community School Hubs and why they’re making such a big difference for our students.

Djinda: A Safe Place to Land, and a Brighter Path Ahead

Rachael Nudds, Head of Homelessness Services shares a powerful new chapter in our work with young people: the opening of Djinda.

Government Must Act to Secure a Better Future for Young Australians

We respond to Youth in Focus report by Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre calling on policymakers to better support young Australians.