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Latrobe Youth Space receives $250,000 from Victorian government to ensure ongoing support for local youth services
The Allan Labor government invests $250,000 in the Latrobe Youth Space, ensuring ongoing support for local youth, while facilitating pathways to independence and future funding opportunities.
Young people in the Latrobe Valley will continue to access invaluable local support services, thanks to the Allan Labor government investment of $250,000 to keep the Latrobe Youth Space open, while the service progresses on its pathway to independence. The youth-centred hub was established in 2018 as a commitment by the Victorian government to improving the outlook for young people in the Latrobe Valley. Since then, the much-valued service has been providing activities, support, and a safe place for youth to grow their skills, experience, and confidence.
The Latrobe Youth Space serves as a vital resource, offering a safe, supportive environment for youth to access essential services and participate in community decisions
Youth Space support
The interim funding continues the Victorian government's commitment to the region's youth, enabling the Latrobe Youth Space time to secure ongoing funding from corporate and philanthropic partners.
The Victorian government will work alongside the Latrobe Youth Space over the coming months to help identify potential funding options, connecting the service with industry, business, councils, and partners who want to see young people in the Latrobe Valley thrive.
Youth empowerment
Member for Eastern Victoria Harriet Shing said, "Young people are the future of Gippsland and will be the region's guardians as it undergoes change over the coming decades. The Allan Labor government looks forward to working together with industry, business, community, and local government to create opportunities for our future leaders to succeed."
Latrobe Youth Space's Youth Co-Chair Lincoln Ingravalle said, "I have personally seen the impact of having a dedicated youth space - one that we, young people, cannot be without; I've been involved in Youth Space since the beginning in 2018 and we need it now, more than ever. I thank the Allan government for recognising the need to continue to enable Youth Voice in Gippsland."
Latrobe Youth Space Co-Chair Barry Rogers said, "We welcome the $250,000 grant from the state government. It will assist us to operate for the next six months. We are grateful to the Allan government for its $4.3 million investment in the Latrobe Youth Space over the past 4 years - we have seen the big difference it has made for young people in the Latrobe Valley. It's great to see continued investment in our partnership with the Victorian government while we secure future funding options."
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