Free confidential legal and
social support services for
young people.
Got questions about the law and your rights?
Will you help us support our children?
The Youth Advocacy Centre is supporting young people across South-East Queensland right now - but we need your help.
Every contribution you make to YAC will assist in giving children the crucial support and care they need to flourish.
Here to support young people
At the Youth Advocacy Centre young people are in control.
We provide support and practical assistance to help young people achieve their goals.
Our services are free, confidential, and voluntary.
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Acknowledgement
YAC affirms that the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the Traditional Owners of Australia and acknowledges their unique relationship with their ancestral Country. In particular, we acknowledge the Turrbal and Jagera peoples, the Traditional Custodians of the land in and around Brisbane, and pay our respects to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge our Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander staff and the insight they bring to YAC and their support for it to continue to develop as a culturally competent organisation.
YAC is proud to support its Indigenous clients and staff, its LGBTIQ+ clients and staff and welcomes diversity in all its forms.
Contact YAC
Street address: Level 4, 16 Peel Street, South Brisbane Q 4101
Mailing address: Level 4, 16 Peel Street, South Brisbane Q 4101
Tel: (07) 3356 1002
Bussiness hours: 9am - 5pm, Mon - Fri
If you need urgent assistance outside of these hours:
- Youth Legal Advice Hotline 1800 527 527 (Mon to Thurs 8am - 9pm, Friday 8am to Sunday 5pm)
- Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 (24/7, 365 days per year)
- Lifeline 13 11 14 (24/7, 365 days per year)
- Homelessness Hotline 1800 474 753 (24/7, 365 days per year)
- If you are over 18, and seeking access to Mental Health Services in Queensland, Acute Care Team on 1300 MHCALL (1300 64 2255).
