Youth initiatives
Example artwork from Brisbane Youth Works exhibition
The following are examples of our initiatives and services aimed at meeting the needs of young Queenslanders as well as recognising the positive contribution young people make to the community.
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Youth Works
Art program for young people in detention to recognise their artistic talent and boost their sense of achievement.
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Funding
For a range of youth initiatives.
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Youth week
A national initiative promoting a positive profile of young people in the community while highlighting their issues and concerns.
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Queensland Young Volunteer Awards
Recognises the important contribution young people make to our community.
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2007 Queensland Youth Conference
Provided young people and youth stakeholders with information and knowledge about issues of relevance to young people throughout Queensland and some options for addressing these issues.
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Queensland Government Suicide Prevention Conference 2006: Sharing learnings from practice and research
Provided delegates with current information and knowledge to effectively work towards the prevention of suicide and self-harm.
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Youth Violence Taskforce
Now known as the Ministerial Advisory Council on Youth Violence - a taskforce to help reduce the level of violence in Queensland communities.
Last reviewed: 04 August 2009