Our 2023 AYPPN National Symposium was a great success with an excellent lineup of speakers, a panel of young parents, workshops and more. It was a great opportunity to share knowledge and understanding, to build the network and to challenge state and federal governments and schools to better meet the needs of our young people. … .....[more]

Children’s Rights Report
The former Children's Commissioner, Megan Mitchell, reported on her 2017 inquiry into the needs of young parents. See Chapter 3 of Megan Mitchell's Report. So far, the Australian Government, to
For young people

Go to the top menu and 'Schools' to find those that cater for pregnant and parenting young people in your state. Under 'Services and supports' you will find programs like playgroups, parenting, helplines and other support. 'Pregnancy advice' can help you make decisions. It can be hard to … [More...]
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News
NSW announces $9m for young parents
Young women and their children in south-western Sydney will be assisted with funding for a support app, a digital … [More...]
We are for The Voice!
This vote will give all Australians the chance to come together and consider a change to our constitution that will … [More...]
New school for young parents in North Melbourne
St Joseph's Flexible Learning Centre is a specialist secondary school for young people aged 12-25 who have disengaged, … [More...]
Birthing classes in Canberra
This First Steps Pregnancy Support program is a 6-week evening course on Mondays from 7 - 9:15pm, commencing November … [More...]
Improving outcomes for young parents and their children – research
Uniting has published a Literature Review. Here in brief are the conclusions: Successful programs for young parents … [More...]
Seminar – supporting young parents to access education, 22 June 3.15 pm
The Peter Underwood Centre, at the University of Tasmania, will present this seminar by: Bernadette Black (AM), Brave … [More...]