2026 Yfoundations Youth Homelessness Representative Council (YHRC) Application

Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the Yfoundations Youth Homelessness Representative Council (YHRC).

We're seeking applications from young people aged 18-24 years, who have lived experience of homelessness or housing instability and an interest in helping other young people and the community.

The YHRC plays an important role in addressing issues that affect young people at risk of or experiencing homelessness.

The group meets six times per year and is a great opportunity to meet like-minded people who have faced similar challenges, learn new skills, and make your voice heard.

Your opinions and the discussions you will have as part of the YHRC will directly feed into the sector and help to advocate for policy change.

Youth Representatives will receive remuneration for every meeting attended, plus travel costs covered.

To find out more about the YHRC go to www.yfoundations.org.au/yhrc/.

If you have any questions, please contact Sam at Yfoundations on: 0457 448 602 or via email: sam@yfoundations.org.au

If your application is successful, you will be asked to attend a virtual interview.

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* 1. Contact Information

Name

Date of Birth

Suburb/Town

Postcode

Email address

Mobile

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* 2. Do you have preferred pronouns?

She/Her

He/Him

They/Them

Prefer not to say

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?

Yes

Prefer not to say

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* 4. Do you speak a language other than English?

Yes

Prefer not to say

If yes which language do you speak?

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* 5. Which of these describes your current situation? (Tick all that apply)

High School

TAFE

University

Other Tertiary Education

Apprenticeship/Traineeship

Employed – Full Time

Employed – Part Time

Unemployed/Looking for work

Volunteering

Prefer not to say

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* 6. Have you ever experienced or been at risk of homelessness? (e.g sleeping rough, couch surfing, living in overcrowded accommodation, living in a refuge, living in transitional community housing)

Yes

Prefer not to say

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* 7. Are you currently linked to a Case Manager or Support Service?

Yes

Prefer not to say

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* 8. Which of these topics/issues would you feel confident and comfortable discussing in a group setting? (Tick all that apply)

Homelessness

Housing affordability

Out of Home Care/Foster Care

Education

Employment

Family and Domestic Violence

LGBTIQA+ topics

Physical health

Mental health

Sexual health

Alcohol and other drugs

Grief and Loss

Friendships and Relationships

Crime and Justice System

Financial stability

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* 9. Are you a member of a similar council/group?

Yes

Prefer not to say

If yes, which organisation are you connected with?

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* 10. Why do you want to become a Yfoundations YHRC representative?

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* 11. How did you hear about this group?

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* 12. Please provide the contact details of one referee.

Name

Company

Email Address

Phone Number

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