Embracing the outdoors: The importance of regular outdoor play for kids
In an age where screens dominate our children’s lives, the importance of regular outdoor play cannot be overstated. The Y has always championed activities that contribute to the holistic development of young individuals, and outdoor play is a crucial component of this.
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Alternative Suspension Students Thrive
A three-month follow-up with a student who was previously referred to the Y NSW’s Alternative Suspension program has shown remarkable improvements in their school life and personal development.
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Supporting LGBTQIA+ Youth | Insights and Inspiration
Wear it Purple Day is an annual LGBTIQA+ awareness day especially for young people. Every year on Wear it Purple Day schools, workplaces and community groups wear purple to show their visible support for LGBTQIA+ youth.
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Game on, injury off: How to keep kids safe in sports
Children's participation in sports is invaluable for their physical, mental, and social development. However, with increased activity comes the risk of sports-related injuries. At the Y, we are committed to ensuring that children enjoy sports safely.
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Making waves: The Y’s contribution to swimming excellence in Australia
As the world eagerly awaits this year’s Olympic Games, swimming stands as one of the most anticipated and prestigious events on the global stage. From record-breaking performances to unforgettable moments of triumph, the pool serves as a place where athletes from across the globe compete for glory.
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Optimise your training: Tips from a Y trainers for Olympic-level workouts
The Olympics stand as the pinnacle of athletic achievement, showcasing the incredible dedication, skill, and determination of athletes from around the globe. Behind every medal-winning performance lies a rigorous training regimen designed to push the boundaries of an athlete’s potential.
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Building mental resilience: The power of the mind in sports
In sports, where physical competence often takes centre stage, it's easy to overlook the crucial role that mental resilience plays in shaping an athlete's journey. As we watch this year’s Olympics in Paris, with all of the triumph and adversity, it becomes evident that behind every medal-winning performance lies a mindset forged in the crucible of challenge and perseverance.
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Unlocking your inner Olympian: Training tips for young athletes from the pros
In the world of sports, Olympians stand as figures of dedication, perseverance, and skill. Their journey to the podium is marked by countless hours of training, unwavering commitment, and a mindset that refuses to settle for anything less than excellence.
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The Y NSW Opens Dedicated Youth Space in Broken Hill
The Y NSW is excited to announce the opening of Y Space Broken Hill, a dedicated space specifically designed to empower and support young people in Broken Hill and the Far West region of NSW.
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Festival of Empowered Minds 2024
Young people across Australia are overrepresented in a range of societal and economic issues. Several key pieces of research have been released in the past five years detailing the issues young people consider to be key concerns to their generation. A common theme across this research is the concern of negative mental health outcomes. The 2022 Mission Australia Youth Study listed the top challenges faced by young people as school and education, mental health, and relationships. With this in mind, our festival, called Empowered Minds, is a leadership and empowerment project designed and delivered by young people aged 16-25 aimed at increasing self-worth, inner-strength, leadership, and agency. Empowered Minds will contribute to a more equitable and safer community, promoting mental health literacy, social, emotional and physical wellbeing of the Parramatta community. This youth-led initiative will offer a range of free activities, including yoga, music, art and craft, among other activities alongside services that can assist young people in their personal growth journey.
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Youth Parliament Sponsorship Program | Department of Regional NSW Announced As Newest Sponsor
This year the Y NSW established a sponsorship component to Youth Parliament for youth experiencing marginalisation and disadvantage. The Y has secured funding from the Department of Regional NSW. This will support 35 participants who may have otherwise been unable to partake in the program by covering or assisting with their entry fees into the 2024 Youth Parliament.
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Navigating the Start of Kindy | Tips for a Smooth Transition
As the school year kicks off, many families will soon experience a significant milestone – the first day of Kindy. According to NSW Education, over 63,000 students will embark on their Kindy journey in NSW public schools in 2024.
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Youth Parliament | Youth Voices. Powerful Choices
Make a difference for young people facing adversity. Youth Parliament is the Y NSW’s flagship youth leadership and engagement program.
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Invite Students to apply for Youth Parliament program
“I believe everyone needs to experience this program because it opens a new world of possibilities and opportunities for self-expression that can not be easily found in the real world.” The next generation of youth leaders is invited to apply to participate in the Y NSW's Youth Parliament program in 2024 with submissions now open.
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School Suspensions | A Social Justice Issue
Louisa McKay, Executive Leader Purpose & Impact for The Y NSW explores current suspension practices, the current alternatives, and more.
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Alternative Suspension Roaring Success, But Funding Needed To Meet Demand
"The program made him turn up, talk with youth workers and make him understand what he does is wrong. He even told me he really enjoyed it". - The Y NSW's new program shows great success but requires funding to continue and grow.
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Youth Mental Health Forum - 6 October 2023
The Y NSW hosted Youth Mental Health Forum with Minister Rose Jackson and MP Donna Frances Reeman Davis today.
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When John’s son is suspended from school, he usually plays video games. This time was different
When John’s* son was suspended from his public high school last term, it wasn’t the 14-year-old’s first time.
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Hundreds Apply For The Y NSW Youth Parliament Program
From hundreds of applicants, Stephanie Ovington of Narooma and Lucy Allen of Cobargo have been selected to represent the Bega electorate at The Y NSW Youth Parliament Program later this year.
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