Papers and submissions
The Youth Advocacy Centre has been contributing to public discourse surrounding young peoples rights and well-being for over 40 years.
Orange Papers
Our Orange Papers are reports that summarise issues and provide context for those wishing to understand them more deeply.
Orange Paper 1 - The use of Queensland watch houses to hold children
Orange Paper 2 - A ten-point evidence-based plan for investment to address youth offending
Orange Paper 3 - Raising the minimum age of criminal responsibility
Other papers and submissions
Submissions on the Strengthening Community Safety Bill - February 2023
Further papers will be available for download soon.
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).
