About the Youth Advocacy Centre

What we do

We provide legal services, youth support and family support assistance and services to young people who live in or around the greater Brisbane region, particularly those who are involved in, or are at risk of involvement in, the youth justice and/or the child protection systems; and/or are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

We provide more limited support to those under 10 and over 18 years of age; and to young people outside of Brisbane via telephone, website and publications.

YAC can help young people with things like:

  • legal hassles – including being charged with breaking the law or child protection issues
  • support while on bail
  • problems at home or school
  • family relationships
  • lack of accommodation and/or income
  • being the victim of a crime (including abuse)
  • discrimination issues

If you aren’t sure if we can help with a problem – call us anyway! We can help link young people up with other services in the community.

All YAC services are:

  • Free
  • Voluntary
  • Confidential.

Our mission

To support and advocate for young people by empowering them with services and resources and encouraging positive systemic change across Queensland. 

Our vision

All young people across Queensland are empowered to overcome adversity and enjoy fulfilling lives. 

Our values

  • Young person-centred 
  • Professional and committed 
  • Vocal, frank and fearless 
  • Rights-based. 
YAC Advocating Since 1981

Our advocacy

As well as individual young people, YAC works to improve social and legal systems so that they are more responsive and appropriate to the needs of children and young people, which take account of their developmental and situational issues, and  importantly Australia’s international obligations.

YAC contributes to public debate on these issues as appropriate.

Contact YAC

Address: Level 4, 16 Peel Street, South Brisbane Q 4101

Phone: (07) 3356 1002

Business hours: 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday

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