With a vision of New Futures for Young People, BYS is a non-profit organisation that has been working with homeless and vulnerable young people and young families in Brisbane and surrounding areas since 1977. The organisation employs almost 100 staff and provides emergency assistance, housing, physical and mental health services and specialist programs for young women and young families. Through research and evaluation, we build knowledge to improve outcomes for young people and raise awareness of issues impacting vulnerable young people in our community. BYS has a long history of working with First Australians and our Reconciliation Action Plan sets out our continuing commitment contribute to building reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Brisbane Youth Service is an Incorporated Association, a registered Charity, a registered Community Housing Provider, and an accredited provider under the Human Services Quality Framework.
