Celebrating Our Youth Queensland Youth Week 2026

Celebrating Our Youth

Queensland Youth Week 2026

From 11-19 April, communities across the state will come together to celebrate Queensland Youth Week. A time dedicated to recognising the valuable contributions, achievements and voices of young people.

Here in Hinchinbrook Shire, we are proud to be surrounded by incredible young people who show kindness, resilience, leadership and courage in their everyday lives. Whether it’s supporting friends, helping family members, contributing to school or community activities, or simply showing up each day and doing their best: our young people deserve to be seen, heard and celebrated.

Youth Week is not just about acknowledging achievements, but also about recognising the challenges young people face. Today’s young people are navigating a complex world, and it’s important that as a community, we continue to create spaces where they feel valued, encouraged and empowered.

At Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre, we are committed to working alongside young people across our region through a range of services. Under the banner of the Safer Families Children’s Counselling Program, we offer a variety of supports, including our Victory Kids Program and Emerge Program, both for children and young people aged 5-18 years, with the Emerge Program designed to assist children affected by domestic and family violence. We also offer our Teen Support Program for Youth at Risk, for young people aged 12–24 years.

We provide a flexible approach, with both individual and group-based options delivered through centre-based sessions or outreach within the community.

These programs provide opportunities for young people to build social connections, develop positive coping skills and grow in confidence within an inclusive environment. By investing in our young people, we are investing in the future strength and wellbeing of our entire community.

We would also like to take this opportunity to give a special shout-out to one of our local Youth Heroes of Hinchinbrook - the Gilroy Santa Maria College Young Vinnies group.

This incredible group of young people generously prepare and deliver delicious frozen, home-cooked meals to our Centre, providing vital assistance to those in need within our community. We are so very grateful for their kindness, generosity, and the positive difference they continue to make.

If you would like to learn more about the services available for young people and families in our community, we encourage you to reach out.

Please contact Hinchinbrook Community Support Centre on 4776 1822 or email communitysupport@hcsc.org.au for more information.

Our young people are not just the future; they are an important part of our community right now. By recognising and investing in them, we help build confidence, connection and a sense of belonging that can last a lifetime.

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