Impact Stories

Stories that our Art Union played a role in funding.

REAL STORIES
The life-changing impact of one late-night call to Kids Helpline
This is what it's like to answer those calls
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REAL STORIES
Ever wondered what young people contact Kids Helpline about?
From the big, serious things to the smaller, less complicated issues...
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REAL STORIES
Caleb joined yourtown as a trainee, unsure where to go next. It didn't take long to find his passion.
From trainee to trailblazer: how yourtown gives young people a chance
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ANSWER THE CALL
Can you help answer a young person's call on Christmas Day?
Christmas is full of magic and cheer, but for some young people it can be a challenging time of year.
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REAL STORIES
Mia had been running from one shelter to another, terrified for the lives of her young family. Then she came to yourtown...
A home can change everything
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ANSWER THE CALL
You have the power to help us answer the call
Here's how you can help
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MENTAL HEALTH
What do Silly Foxy, a new counselling centre and Kids Helpline @ School have in common?
Your support is invaluable!
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MENTAL HEALTH
The impact you have on youth suicide
In 2023 alone, Kids Helpline received almost 12,000 suicide-related contacts.
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REAL STORIES
When Sara and her daughters needed extra support a Kids Helpline counsellor was there for them.
We couldn't do it without you.
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EVENTS
Join us in taking a stand against bullying
Help spread the word about Kids Helpline's Largest Anti-Bullying Lesson!
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REAL STORIES
"It sounds dramatic, but it was genuinely life-changing. In the current economic climate, it’s invaluable to find employment for a lot of young people. "
Eden - Unscripted and now yourtown employee
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REAL STORIES
“For the first time in ages I felt safe. I had my own room, with a bathroom. I slept in a proper bed and watched TV. It doesn’t sound a lot, but it was really something."
Allie* was left with no parents to care for her at just three months old.
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Message from Tracy

Thank you for your ongoing support powering Kids Helpline.