Why are Peer Support programs so important for Young Carers?
October 16th, 2024
Quite a common answer we get to this question directly from Young Carers is “I met other kids just like me…. I no longer feel like I’m alone” or “I […]
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Donor Support Makes Our Young Carer Programs Possible
October 16th, 2024
We’ve just wrapped up our Spring School Holiday Programs, and we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our generous donors for making these programs possible. These programs give […]
Carers Week 2O24: We see you, celebrate you, and stand beside you!
October 14th, 2024
Yesterday marked the first day of Carers Week 2024 – an important week that encourages us to recognise, celebrate, and honour the incredible contributions of carers across Australia. It’s a […]
Have your voice heard as part of the National Carer Strategy Development!
August 20th, 2024
The Australian Department of Social Services (DSS) is developing a new National Carer Strategy, and they want to hear from you! This is your chance to have your voice heard […]
15 Years of Impacting the Lives of Young Carers!
May 15th, 2024
15 years ago, three teenagers stood in a room in Melbourne and asked people to care about Young Carers. We spoke about the prevalence of young people with caring roles […]
Our key highlights from the Federal Inquiry into the Recognition of Unpaid Carers in Australia report
April 4th, 2024
The recent release of the report from the Federal Inquiry into the Recognition of Unpaid Carers in Australia marks a significant step forward for Young Carers in Australia, and we […]
Using my lived experience to help others
October 2nd, 2023
Hi there! Some of you may know me as the Senior Intake and Support Coordinator here at Little Dreamers. What you may not know, is that my mum was diagnosed […]
Redefining What It Means to Be a “Real Man”
June 13th, 2023
I want to paint a picture for you, a picture of what I thought made somebody a “real man”. A man who is tough. A man with tattoos. A man […]
Happy International Women’s Day!
March 8th, 2023
International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of women throughout history and to look forward to a future of true gender equality. This year’s theme, “Cracking […]
