Get work ready with ParentsNext
ParentsNext program manager, Rachel Smith explained on 101Fm Logan City Radio how YFS ParentsNext has helped more than 500 Logan parents to improve their work readiness since it started back…
R4Respect is very proud to be a major sponsor of the Griffith Logan Redbacks Rugby League Club
Last night the Redbacks wore their new jerseys for their first home game. Pro Vice Chancellor Lesley Chenoweth presented YFS CEO Cath Bartolo with her own jersey. Griffith University has…
Solar flood signs across Logan City warn drivers about dangerous conditions
Jimboomba Times, May 5, 2017 New solar-powered flood warning signs had been installed in Logan City roads before rain from ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie started raising creek and river levels across…
“Don’t Be a Bad Apple” – youth-generated animated clips to counter domestic violence
Great things can happen when young people are the agents of change, not simply the targets to be changed. The young people in R4Respect have teamed up with Griffith Film…
Substation33 uses eWaste to build solar flood signs
Flooded road warning signs made from recycled electronic waste and powered by solar energy are the latest innovation from YFS’ social enterprise, Substation 33. In partnership with Logan City Council…
Innovations makes the most of waste
Albert & Logan News - April 20, 2017 Logan’s leading innovators showcased their work and shared ideas at last month’s Myriad Festival. Among them was Substation 33 manager Tony Sharp,…
Legal black hole looms under funding cuts
Albert & Logan News, March 9, 2017 The Palaszczuk state government has called on the Turnbull federal government to reverse a $2 million cut to community legal services. Attorney-General and…
New service for domestic violence victims arrives in Beaudesert
Beaudesert Times, March 3, 2017 A new domestic violence service has been introduced to Beaudesert as domestic violence cases continue to rise in the region. YFS has partnered with Beaucare…
Women empowered
Albert & Logan News, March 2, 2017 Gender equality, mental health at heart of youth program A new youth led initiative has been launched to help Logan women tackle gender…
YFS delivers new domestic violence service in Beaudesert
YFS has partnered with Beaucare to deliver domestic violence counselling and court support in the Beaudesert area. The service, made possible by funding from the Department of Communities, Child Safety…