Get Involved
Our Overnight Respite Camp is coming up soon, places are filling up, and we want you to come along and join the fun! ✨
Who: Young Carers aged 8-16
When: Tuesday 8th April - Wednesday 9th April
Where: Shepparton, VIC (transport from Melbourne will now be provided!)
Get ready for two epic days packed with flying fox, kayaking, archery, climbing, bush cooking, and swimming – plus loads of fun, new friendships, and unforgettable adventures! It’s your chance to challenge yourself, grow your confidence, and make amazing memories with an awesome group of Young Carers like you.
Register now at bit.ly/shepparton-vic or by following the link in our bio 🏕️
Young Carers give so much of their time and energy to support family members who need care, but without proper breaks, it can be overwhelming.
That’s why, on Young Carers Action Day, we’re amplifying their message: Give Me a Break!
In this video, our team shares simple ways to support Young Carers - whether it’s raising awareness, checking in on a Young Carer you know, or engaging with media that portrays Young Carers so that they can be represented in the mainstream.
Take a break out of your day today to learn more about how you can help. Even the smallest actions can make a big difference!
#YoungCarersActionDay
Young Carers Action Day: Six Ways You Can Help!
Young Carers juggle huge responsibilities while supporting loved ones. This Young Carers Action Day, here’s how you can make a difference, whether you’re an educator, an employer, a business owner, or an ally:
⭐ Offer Respite Care – Connect Young Carers to services that give them a break.
⭐ Raise Awareness – Share posts, use #YoungCarersActionDay, and spread the word!
⭐ Donate to Support Services – Donate to organisations like ours and help fund direct support and respite programs.
⭐ Support Flexible Learning – Schools and unis can offer flexible schedules to ease the pressure.
⭐ Help with Education and Careers – Offer guidance or references on job applications, CVs, or apprenticeships.
⭐ Provide Leisure Opportunities – Give Young Carers free or discounted access to gyms, cinemas, or classes.
Every small action counts!
#YoungCarersActionDay
At just 13, Young Carer Sienna gives so much of her time to caring for her sister, so for one night, it was all about her when ultimate dream came true: seeing Billie Eilish live in Sydney! The magic didn’t stop there - she also got the full VIP treatment with a luxury hotel stay, room service, and a rooftop pool overlooking the city. Epic!
Our Dream Experience program is all about giving Young Carers a once-in-a-lifetime moment that’s just for them, to acknowledge all the amazing work they do to support their loved ones - because they deserve it.
Huge shoutout to @ticketmerchantau for the concert tickets and @pullmansydneyhydepark for the incredible stay!
📸 Swipe to see Sienna’s dream come true!
At Little Dreamers, our 4-14 year old Young Carer cohort has a pretty even gender split. Yet, our records show that girls and women aged around 15 and above are disproportionately represented in caring roles.
Outdated gender stereotypes mean that girls and women are still more likely to take on unpaid caring responsibilities, often at the expense of their own education, career, and wellbeing. These expectations start young, which is why identifying Young Carers early and providing the right support is so important. No young person should feel like family caring responsibilities are theirs to manage just because of their gender.
This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the resilience of Young Carers everywhere and commit to breaking down barriers so that every young person - regardless of their gender identity - has the opportunity to thrive! ✨ #youngcarers #internationalwomensday #iwd
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the launch of our Young Carer Wellbeing Hub in St Kilda yesterday!
We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to share our new vibrant and welcoming space with our supporters, board, staff, and community.
A big shout out to our VIP guests:
⭐ Josh Burns MP
⭐ Nina Taylor MP | @ninataylormp
⭐ David Southwick MP | @davidsouthwickmp
Thanks to:
⭐ @garypeer for providing much needed coffee
⭐ @allthingsequal.org.au for catering
⭐ @fullformstudios for our signage
Lastly, we could not have brought the Hub to life without the support of the Brian M. Davis Charitable Foundation, and all our incredible donors.
At the Hub, we are committed to cultivating a place of respite and mindfulness, allowing Young Carers to take a break from their caring duties and focus on their own wellbeing and this is just the beginning!
To stay up to date with the Hub, follow us over at @ycwhub.
📸 Photos by @faz.io
