Say What, 33rd edition.

The Premier's Memorandum on Youth Participation

MYC Update

SA Refugee Week 2009

There's More To It Than You Think Campaign

Electronics and ICT Career Information Night

Youth@Work – safe, fair, productive working lives

2009 National Survey for Young Australians

Say What? disclaimer   

Some of the opportunities provided through Say What? may be offered by the Office for Youth while others may be offered by other government or non-government agencies. It is your choice as to whether you choose to participate or not. If you would like further information about an opportunity, then please contact the responsible agency on the details provided. The views presented through these opportunities do not necessarily represent the views of the Office for Youth or the Government of South Australia.

The Premier's Memorandum on Youth Participation

The Office for Youth welcomes Kura Yerlo and the AIDS Council of SA as the newest Signatories to the Premier's Memorandum on Youth Participation.

What: Kura Yerlo is a community managed organisation consisting of eight Aboriginal Representatives within the western region. Kura Yerlo has 40+ staff including volunteers, delivering a large number of community programs including Youth, Family, Elders, Disability, Education, Child Care and Fitness. The Youthlinx Program engages at risk Indigenous youth and their families, aged 11 to 17 years, within the western region of Adelaide. Programs and projects are offered to Aboriginal youth with the aim of improving school engagement and retention.

For more information visit the Kura yerlo website or phone 8449 7367


What:The AIDS Council of SA (ACSA) was formed in the mid 1980’s as part of Australia’s exceptional community response to the HIV/AIDS crisis. Today, they are a health promotion agency active in developing and supporting affected and at-risk communities and promoting the prevention of HIV/AIDS.

Their vision is “a future free of HIV”. Their services include more than safe sex campaigns but also effective health promotion for the community involves far more. Advocacy, education programs, personal development and skills building, information and referrals are all part of the range of programs and services provided by the Council.

For more information visit www.acsa.org.au or phone (08) 8334 1611 or Free Call: 1800 888 559.

 MYC Update

Over the past month, the Minister’s Youth Council presented the Minister for Youth with the results of the MYC’s survey conducted at YACFest, which was compiled into a “Youth Who Care” report. The results also helped to shape some of the key 2009/2010 priorities for the MYC. We also presented a report from our regional meeting and consultation entitled “Young People and Port Lincoln”, and a position paper investigating the integration between domestic and international students at South Australian universities.

The MYC is currently finalising their Annual Report for 2008 - 2009. The Annual Report presents an overview of the council’s focus areas, activities and achievements for the past financial year and outlines the progress made towards achieving their aims and objectives as a council.


If you’re interested in finding out more about the MYC, or have an issue you’re passionate about, get in touch with our Executive Officer on 8204 8473, email myc@saugov.sa.gov.au or visit www.officeforyouth.sa.gov.au

 SA Refugee Week 2009

WHAT: Refugee Week has been celebrated in Australia since the 1980s. It provides a platform where positive images of refugees can be promoted in order to create a culture of welcome throughout the country. The aim is to create better understanding between different communities and to encourage successful integration enabling refugees to live in safety and to continue making a valuable contribution to Australia. There are numerous events happening around Australian including soccer matches, art exhibitions, cultural parties and much more.
WHEN:14 June 2009 – 20 June 2009

For more information and to checkout what events are happening in your area visit the Refugee Council website: www.refugeecouncil.org.au

There's More To It Than You Think Campaign

What: There's More To It Than You Think is a new website to help young people discover more about themselves, give them some ideas about careers in South Australia and get them to see there’s a whole more to your interests than you think.

The site won’t tell you what career you should have; no-one can tell you that because the job you end up doing may not even exist yet! But what it can do is give you some guidance and some things to think about.

You can also WIN BIG! There are 5 exclusive work experiences to be won, involving fighter jets, helicopter trips, going down a working mine and more. You just have a post a story online – too easy! But hurry, entries close at the end of each month.

For more information visit www.theresmoretoit.com.au

Electronics and ICT Career Information Night

What: The SA Electronics and ICT (Information Communications Technology) industry is an innovative and exciting area to study and work in. The 2009 Career Night is for any student, parents and teacher wanting to learn more about pathways into these careers.

The Career Night features:
• A panel of young graduates discussing their career and what they studied at university and TAFE.
• A discussion on what subjects students need to study for years 10 – 12.
• Where a job in electronics and ICT can lead to.
• Many company displays with takeaway information for everyone.
• There is also a workshop on making your own LED torch, a chance to win an iPod and free pizza and soft drinks!

When: Wednesday 19th August 2009 6.30-8.30 pm

Where: Norwood Concert Town Hall 175 The Parade Norwood (access via George St and The Parade)

For more information or to book visit www.eicta.asn.au, phone 8272 5222 or email at info@eiaa.asn.

Youth@Work – safe, fair, productive working lives

What: The SafeWork SA Youth@Work website is now up and running. The website aims to provide young people with valuable information and resources about working conditions (industrial relations) and occupational health, safety and welfare (OHSW).

Youth@Work also acts as a gateway to other websites that young people may be interested in. Click on the ‘useful links’ tab to navigate to these websites or click on the helpful links to find out about fairness and safety at wor

For more information visit www.safework.sa.gov.au/youth

2009 National Survey for Young Australians

What: Mission Australia have released their eighth annual for Australians aged between 11 and 24. By answering the survey you will be helping to improve services for young people.

Closing date: Friday 26 June 2009

To access the survey visit: http://problemfree.co.uk/rendersurvey.asp?sid=tqkcfcukt7b5abo572833