Resources for Young People in Darwin
Looking for information about local services and support for young people? You're in the right place!
- Youth Info Card
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Our Youth Info Card offers a comprehensive list of local support organisations including mental health, employment & training, accommodation, alcohol and other drugs and legal and financial services. The card folds down to a compact business card size so you can keep it in your wallet.
Order bulk copies by emailing youthprojects@darwin.nt.gov.au
- Mindfulness Colouring Book – You Matter
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You Matter is a collection of beautiful colouring page designs from 20 young local artists. You Matter also includes a list of contacts for some of the mental health services available to young people in Darwin.
- Community Directory
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A free source of community information for all Territorians seeking help or connection. Supported by NT Council of Social Services and the Northern Territory Government.
- School Holiday Programs and Calendar
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City of Darwin runs a range of school holiday activities for children and young people, including Fun in the Parks, library programs and LAUNCH Darwin events.
See what's on here.
For even more options across the Territory, check out the NT Government’s School Holiday Calendar, compiled by the Office of Youth Affairs
- Awards for Young People
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Celebrate and recognise young people making a difference! From community leadership to volunteering, advocacy and achievement, a wide range of awards are open to Darwin’s youth. Whether you’re a quiet achiever, a role model, or someone creating positive change, there’s an opportunity to be recognised for your impact.
- Youth Leadership Programs
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Like our own Youth Advisory Committee, a number of organisations in Darwin run youth advisory groups that support young people to develop leadership skills. Find one that suits your interests.
- 2022-2026 Youth Strategy
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City of Darwin's 2022-2026 Youth Strategy was endorsed by Council on Thursday 30 November 2021. The strategy was presented to Council by members of the Youth Advisory Committee who were instrumental in its development. Youth Strategy 2022-2026 has four priority areas:
- Everyone Belongs
- Working Together
- Creating Pathways
- Safe and Supported
Preview Youth Strategy 2022-2026