Our Story.

Youth Great Southern was formed in 2020 following a bequest from the late Mr Tony Elwood, who was passionate about supporting disadvantaged young people.

In the short term, we’re focusing on acute projects that deliver real benefits to young people facing disadvantage.

But we’re working towards a future free of youth disadvantage—which is going to take time. That’s why we’re partnering with local organisations and the international Foyer movement to address youth homelessness through education, training, and sustainable employment.

Thanks to a donation of land by the City of Albany, we have a vision to create a cutting-edge youth housing service, similar to the hugely successful Foyer Oxford in Leederville. Our vision is the creation of a safe space for young people to live, work, learn, and thrive—right here in the Great Southern.