City of Kingston Youth Services
Here for Young People
We work with young people as well as their families and partners. Information, programs and counselling support are available on a range of issues. We also develop, promote and run events, gigs and a local youth mag in conjunction with young people. Kingston Youth Services is a free confidential and non-judgemental service that's part of the Kingston/Bayside/Glen Eira Youth Work Network. We treat all people equally regardless of ethnic origin, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and financial status.
Term 2, School Based Programs
Welcome to Term Two!
Kingston Youth Services has been busy developing and changing up our programming to be online and we can't wait to get started. As always, we are still providing Youth Work Support and Counselling - to book an appointment contact 1300 369 436 or email Tanya: tanya.marques@kingston.vic.gov.au
Please note, to participate in any of our programs or events you must have a connection to the City of Kingston (live, work, study) and be between 12-25 years old (unless otherwise specified).
Check out some of what we have on offer below:
Mindfulness Mondays
A free weekly short meditation for young people 12-25 with a link to Kingston, sent straight to your inbox to help you get your week started off on the right foot.
To register click here
Universal Magazine Committee
Check out the latest edition here
Our Universal Magazine Committee still has room for more members - if you are 12-25 with a link to Kingston and have an interest in graphic design, editing, photography or illustration you can sign up here
For our current members, our monthly meetings have moved online so check Basecamp for more details - see you there!
When: Mondays monthly from 4.00pm - 5.00pm
How: Online
Socially Active
Looking to stay active during ISO and need some motivation to do so?
Want to move and groove, have a laugh and boost your energy?
We got you covered! Join us for weekly live lunchtime power sessions - suitable for all fitness levels and super FUN!
To register, click here
Please note, this program is for young people 12-25 with a link to Kingston.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays weekly from 12 noon
How: Online
Freeza Fuse Productions
Freeza has moved online! But that hasn’t stopped us creating events for young people in the City of Kingston.
It is time to get creative and learn new online skills in a fun and interactive team environment.
The committee is always looking for new members so if you want give back to your community, upskill or network and are 12-25 with a connection to Kingston then click here
Aspendale Youth Cove (AYC)
AYC is going virtual! We know how much our young people love cooking and coming together so we have developed our very own online cooking sessions. Each week cooking boxes with a recipe card and core ingredients will be home delivered to participants in time for them to join the AYC staff online to cook together.
When: Tuesday and Thursday from 4.00pm to 5.30pm
How: Online
Places limited, bookings essential.
To book: Email Ashleigh: ashleigh.pearce@kingston.vic.gov.au
Or contact Youth Services on 1300 369 436
Once registered, you will be sent further information.
Please note, to participate you need to be 11-17 yo with a connection to Kingston.
Sustainability Q&A
AYC is teaming up with an amazing sustainability educator to answer all of your sustainability questions on topics such as reducing food waste, plastic pollution and living a sustainable lifestyle.
We invite young people 11-17 with a link to Kingston to get in touch with your questions, and we will be compiling a video to respond to them.
Please send your questions to Ashleigh: ashleigh.pearce@kingston.vic.gov.au
QIK
If you are a Queer or questioning young person, 14-25 with a link to Kingston and looking for social connections during this time, then join Queer in Kingston (QIK).
QIK is going online with fun live streaming sessions and awesome pre-recorded videos. It’s about having fun, interacting with others and being as prideful as possible.
When: Wednesdays weekly from 3.00pm - 4.00pm
How: Online
Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is moving online, existing members will receive further information on Basecamp and email with details on how to join our live meetings.
When: Thursdays monthly from 5.00pm - 6.00pm
How: Online
The Weekly RoundUp
Our youth workers are available for a chat about anything and everything, grab a coffee and join us online.
To register and receive a link, you must be 12-25 with a connection to Kingston.
When: Fridays weekly from 10.00am
How: Online
Crafts with Courtney
Variety of activities for young people 12-25 with a link to Kingston to enjoy, tag us in your creations #craftswithcourtney
When: Fridays weekly
How: Kingston Youth Services YouTube Channel
To register and receive reminders and notifications whenever a new video is available, click here:
School Based Programs
We believe by having a strong online presence we can support schools and students in any way they need during this challenging time. We are currently developing a variety of online workshops and resources for schools to use and students to access as well as ensuring we are continuing to stay in contact with our networks ready to assist in any way we can.
Parent Information Nights
Please keep an eye out on our website and across our socials for what we have coming up.
#Adulting101
A suite of free online modules are being developed and will be made available to anyone wanting more information on the following topics:
- Tap and Save - budgeting hacks
- Now What? - life after school
- Flying the Coop - everything you need to know about moving out of home
- Navigating Centrelink
- The Working World
- Let's Talk About Sex
- Pillow Talk
These will be uploaded onto the Kingston YouTube Channel, to receive a notification email when they are available, click here
Fully Funded Short Courses
In light of the challenges faced by many young people during COVID-19, we are looking at what online courses are available to young people and how we can assist in providing access to these courses.
Please keep an eye out on our website and across our socials to keep up to date.
Kingston Youth Services Instagram
Follow us on Instagram as we keep you updated with what our workers are up to and what we are doing during ISO, like our 30 Day Challenges and other random (but entertaining) videos!
You may also want to check out our Kingston Youth Services Facebook Page and Kingston Youth Services YouTube Channel to keep up to date with the latest information.
kingstonyouth.org.au
Shop 1137 Southland Shopping Centre, Nepean Highway Cheltenham VIC 3192
e youth.services@kingston.vic.gov.au t 1300 369 436