Arming young people with the tools to confidently engage in
To provide links and programs to help young people build confidence through self-development programs.
To provide skill development based programmes that link to educational choices and information provision.
Engage parents/family, business, education and community to support the development of young people.
To encourage business to re-engage with and recognise the potential of young people.
To provide career development support activities.
To maintain a social media profile that includes information advice and links.
Youth Express is a registered not-for profit and Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) charity. We have supported young people in the Hunter through various programs since 1993.
We deliver a range of programs that encourage strong and sustainable links amongst our key stakeholders: Young People, Education Providers, Business/Industry, Parents and the Community.
Our services are delivered within the Maitland, Cessnock, Singleton, Muswellbrook, Scone, Port Stephens & Dungog regions.
Youth Express hosts the annual Robert Beggs and Peter Hilder Awards to recognise the achievements of VET students, teachers and businesses across the Hunter. In recognition of Robert Beggs passion and commitment to Vocational Education, nominations are received from schools and staff to honor those who show outstanding commitment to VET work.
Awards are held at the end of each school year and bring together students and their families, community members, school representatives, business and industry partners.
Youth Express facilitate quarterly meetings for the H-YTAG committee who represent key stakeholders in supporting young people . The Hunter Youth Transition Advisory Group (H-YTAG) is an opportunity for industry, education, community and government, to partner and collaborate to achieve positive results for our young people to transition from education to employment.
We invite stakeholders to participate in a consultative meeting and also have the opportunity to present feedback and insight into program development. By holding a consultative committee the focus is shifted to the issue at hand and members feel engaged and motivated to provide positive suggestions. We continually accept new members and look forward to positive advocacy in the future.
Youth Express helped us gain access to our future workforce.
– Big W Greenhills
Cory Krake, Store Manager
They found the right staff for the job and always followed up.
– The Cellar Restaurant
Andy and Janet Wright, Owners/Managers