Merri-bek City Council's free service for people aged 12 - 24. Support, programs & events!
We can help with:
Guidance & support
Safe social spaces
Work experience
Leadership & life skills
Health & Wellbeing
& being active in your community. For a full list of our programs visit https://www.merri-bek.vic.gov.au/youth-programs
Call us: 1800 My Youth (1800 699 688), Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm,
Email us: [email protected]
Visit us: Oxygen Youth Space at 4-8 Gaffney Str
01/06/2026
Lineup drop! Swipe to see the absolute icon hitting the stage for Party 4 Pride 2026.
Meet your first performer! The one and only .bzarr 🌟
Reminder: don’t forget to register! June 26th 5.30-8.30 🔗 in bio
29/05/2026
Your favourite LGBTQIA+ hang out is tonight ! Come along from 5.30pm for a special air dry clay craft night with our friends from !
Pls RSVP to Frankie at [email protected] or call Merri-bek Youth on 1800 699 688.
28/05/2026
*APPLICATIONS STILL OPEN**
Looking for a great first job for your young person?
Our FREE Pool Lifeguard Course gives 17–24 year olds the chance to gain nationally recognised lifeguard + first aid qualifications, and we’ll even support them to find local job opportunities afterwards
- July School Holidays
- Based at Oxygen Youth Space & Coburg Leisure Centre
Spots are limited, so register your interest today: https://bit.ly/432WiLW
26/05/2026
We 💙 placement students!!! Thanks for spending the last few months with us, Maria & Shila. Good luck finishing your studies
26/05/2026
Merri-bek Youth Ambassadors back at it💥planning our next big youth-led event full of culture, music, food & creativity🎨🎶✨ building inclusive spaces for young people to connect, celebrate & lead 🌏💫
-Bek
26/05/2026
Boxing is back tonight!! See u at 5.30 🥊
22/05/2026
Looking for a fun, flexible job?
Become a qualified pool lifeguard these school holidays! Link in bio to register 🏊♂️
21/05/2026
Got thoughts on what’s happening in your community? Or keen to meet other young people who care about making real change?
The Youth Consultants Meet-Up #3 is your space to jump in, speak up, and help shape what things look like for young people in Merri-bek 🙌 It’ll be relaxed, interactive, and a space where your ideas are valued. Plus we will have pizza!
RSVP here: https://bit.ly/49YXSSQ
21/05/2026
Save the date!
Get ready to boogie! 🪩 Party4Pride 2026
This is a life-affirming, identity-celebrating night for LGBTQIA+ young people aged 12-18 to connect, dance, and be their true selves. Allies and questioning folks are completely welcome 💕
The theme is 70’s-80’s disco, so put on your flares and platforms and let your inner diva loose! 🕺✨
The Details:
When: Friday 26th June 2026, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Who: Ages 12-18 only
Cost: NO COST! 🎟️ But registrations are essential and will be checked at the door.
What to expect: Live music, performances, badge making, zine making, eco glitter, and FREE pizza and snacks! 🍕🎨
This is a safe space: Alcohol, drug, v**e, and smoke-free. We also have a designated low sensory space for anyone who needs a quiet moment.
Book your spot at https://bit.ly/4a02ND0
20/05/2026
GLENROY FESTIVAL 💧☔️🌈☀️