Sheeneeya is a proud Yorta Yorta, Dja Dja Wurrung, Wiradjuri, and Yamatji woman. She grew up in Naarm (Melbourne) and spent her holidays in Kyabram and Shepparton. Sheeneeya is passionate about giving back to the community the way the community has supported her throughout her journey in life and the barriers she has faced over […]
Introducing our Youth Participation Coordinator, Sheeneeya Penrith! Read More »
The 2024 Koorie Youth Summit, themed “Ancestor’s Footsteps, Young Voices, Empowering Futures,” announces its vision to empower young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, drawing inspiration from the legacies of our ancestors. Scheduled for June 17-19th, the Summit, organised by the Koorie Youth Council, invites Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people living in Victoria,
I was fortunate enough to attend this years Indigenous Suicide Prevention Forum held in Albert Park on the traditional lands of the Bunorong People. The conference took place over a course of three days and was made up of deadly speakers, panels, counsellors, community workers, researchers and cultural healers who shared their stories, experiences and
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The Koorie Youth Council (KYC) are pleased to announce the 5 Aboriginal organisations that will receive grants of $335, 000 to deliver strength-based and place-based mentoring programs over three years. This is the strongest commitment from the Victorian Government to Marram Nganyin since its inception in 2016, which has now seen over 300 young people
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The Koorie Youth Council (KYC) is deeply concerned about the safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people following the Victorian Labor Government’s announcement to trial electronic monitoring. KYC calls for the government to drop surveillance tactics and instead invest in Aboriginal community-driven programs that have shown positive impacts within our communities
The return to GunaiKurnai country, my Nallung’s country (grandmother) was a sensory journey that transcended the physical landscape. The transition from the urban sprawl to the open roads of the country towns was not merely a change in scenery; it was a shedding of the unwavering load, a sense of liberation that unfolded with every
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As we approach the 20th year of KYC, we reflect on the guidance and support provided by our community and Elders throughout the years. Acknowledging the strength and resilience of our community, we recognise our responsibility to provide opportunities and support for our young people. The upcoming 5-Year Strategic Plan (2023-2028) is designed to be
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I am a Proud WaddaWurrung, Gunditjmara & Arrernte Woman, lucky enough to have been born and raised on my homelands of WaddaWurrung country. I feel very privileged to now live close to Eastern Marr Country. For as long as I can remember, I have always had a fierce passion for the youth sector, in particular
Koorie Youth Council (KYC) are proud to announce that we are celebrating 20 years of advocacy! Join us in celebrating two decades of work at the Koorie Youth Council 20th Anniversary Celebration! This momentous event promises to be a day of reflection, connection, and celebration as we commemorate the remarkable journey of the KYC since its
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From June 27-29, the Koorie Youth Council (KYC) hosted a camp for the Marram Nganyin Aboriginal…
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Koorie Youth Council (KYC) is based on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of Kulin Nation in Naarm (Melbourne). KYC gives our deepest respect to people of the Kulin Nation, in particular, to all Elders past, present and emerging for their knowledge, wisdom and legacies that continue to drive us as we walk a path toward positive social change.
We also acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and pay respect to the knowledge, cultures and continued history of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nations.
We respectfully acknowledge and thank the custodians and communities across Victoria who continue to support all KYC projects.
