Youth Projects Limited is one of 20 organisations that have received a state government grant to help build a more accessible mental health system.
The grants were awarded to organisations supporting people with disabilities, multifaith, multicultural and LGBTIQA+ communities.
Youth Projects Limited has branches located across the state, including in Taylors Lakes, Sunshine and St Albans. The organisation provides support to young people and individuals experiencing disadvantage, unemployment, homelessness, alcohol and other drug issues.
The 2023-25 Diverse Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Grants Program will see 20 community-led organisations across Victoria share in funding worth $4.2 million.
This grant will help Youth Projects Limited extend a program to more of their branches in Melbourne’s west to support LGBTIQA+ youth aged 12-24, specifically those with disabilities such as autism and ADHD – helping them to re-engage with education or employment.
The organisations were selected for their work delivering a wide range of programs, services, advocacy, research and workforce development. The funding will help improve access to fair and effective mental health support.
Mental Health Minister Ingrid Stitt said these grants will make a difference for diverse communities in Victoria, “backing the organisations who understand the care they need best.”
“Safe, accessible and equitable care is critical to rebuilding Victoria’s mental health system – these organisations are leading the action on the ground, playing a pivotal role on a grassroots level,” she said.
