Services for Youth
Maroondah Youth Services provides a wide range of direct services to local young people and their families, between the ages of 12-25 years, who live, work or study within the Maroondah municipality.
Maroondah Youth Services also plays a key role in the co-ordination of the local service system, which aims to actively identify youth needs and issues, and advocate for effective responses on behalf of local young people.
Visit Maroondah's youth website for more information on the following services.
Services
EV's Youth Centre
EV's Youth Centre is Maroondah City Council's designated youth facility. The Centre provides a range of services, programs and information resources for young people and a safe space to meet up with friends. EV's Youth Centre is open from 3.30pm - 5.30pm Wednesday to Friday during the school term.
EV's Youth Centre
212 Mt Dandenong Rd
Croydon 3136
EV's Lounge
EV's Lounge is a safe and relaxed place to meet new friends, get involved in some of the activities, have a chat with a Youth Worker or just relax. Activities include a pool table, jukebox, free internet access and big screen video games. A monthly 'Music Lounge' offers young performers the opportunity to practice on stage.Support
We can help young people and parents to find assistance on almost any topic including school, finding a job, family issues and getting involved in their community. Drop in at EV's Youth Centre during opening hours or give us a call on 9294 5709 to make an appointment.
Maroondah's FReeZA group
Approximately 12 young volunteers aged 15-21 years are recruited and trained annually. Tasks include planning and staging music events at EV's Youth Centre.
Music Events
Approximately 8 events are held per year, during school terms, costing between $8 and $15. All events are drug, alcohol and smoke free and there are no pass-outs. These events are run as part of the State Government's Freeza Program.
Teenage Holiday Program
A program for young people aged 12-16 years during school holiday periods. Bookings are essential and costs vary according to activities attended. View the program itinerary for the next school holidays.
Young Leaders Program
Approximately 30 participants from local secondary schools participate in this week long program. It provides young people in Year 10 with an opportunity to increase their confidence and learn skills that will enable them to participate more effectively in their school and community.
Personal Development Programs
A range of both school based and after hours personal development programs are offered by Youth Services throughout the year according to demand and identified needs. Topics include anger management, communication, assertiveness, conflict resolution and self-esteem.
Girls With Attitude
A six week self-discovery program with an anger management focus, designed specifically for young women aged 13-16 years. This program covers a wide range of strategies to help young women face life's challenges with self-confidence.Impact
Is a behavioural change program for young men aged 14-17 years, who find that their anger is having an impact on relationships at home or school. Participants will be given the opportunity to build on their strengths and develop confidence when dealing with their emotions.
Information, Support and Referral
Services are available from Youth Services team members. Referrals can be made through schools, community agencies and families, or by young people themselves.
Maroondah Festival Youth Precinct
An annual event held in November, showcasing local young people and Maroondah Youth Services including a youth stage and entertainment area, rides, activities and information.
National Youth Week Celebrations
An annual event held in April, which includes a range of activities that highlight and celebrate young people and their skills, talents and contributions to the local community.
Skate and BMX Ambassadors
Each year a group of young people are recruited to assist with the management of Maroondah's skate and BMX facilities. If you are interested, give us a call on 9294 5709.
Further Information
Please contact Maroondah City Council's Youth Services on 9294 5709 or visit Maroondah's youth website.