Our approach

Our Model of Care

Our journey to independence is underpinned by both Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE) and Trauma Informed Care (TIC). Both approaches resolve to improve the psychological, social, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of children, young people and their families.

Working collaboratively with partner services, we value the dynamic networks that support sustainable outcomes for young people. We commit to actively working alongside young people and their identified support systems on their journey to independence.

Respecting and supporting diversity and inclusion in our youth services

The Salvation Army Youth Services Australia works to create spaces where every young person feels a sense of belonging, is respected and valued.

We see the extraordinary strength and resilience of young people from diverse backgrounds however, we recognise that the challenges and barriers experienced by young people who are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or both, living with a disability, LGBTIQA+, culturally and linguistically diverse, or from a migrant or refugee background, are often exacerbated. The challenges and barriers experienced can be a result of marginalisation, stigma, racism, discrimination and social exclusion which sees these young people overrepresented among those presenting to youth services.

We are committed to making sure our youth programs and services are safe and welcoming spaces as we create opportunities for all young people to achieve their full potential.