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Weave began in 1976, when a group of local Aboriginal women in Redfern/Waterloo advocated for services, activities and support for local young people.

Weave Youth & Community Services is a place-based, community-centred organisation located on unceded Gadigal and Bidjigal Lands in Sydney, with a deep and long-standing commitment to the people and communities we work with. Our diverse range of programs have been designed to help tackle issues related to poverty, homelessness, domestic violence and abuse, mental health, alcohol and drug misuse, family breakdown, relationship issues, discrimination and the impacts of intergenerational trauma and significant social and systemic disadvantage. Our sites are located on Gadigal and Bidjigal Land with offices in Waterloo, Woolloomooloo and Malabar, Sydney. www.weave.org.au

29/10/2026

If you you have been part of the Weave journey, we would be honoured to have you join us at this special event!

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, 1 December 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Carriageworks, Bay 25 - 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh, Gadigal Land NSW
Dress code: Come as you are - be comfortable!
What to expect: Delicious food, excellent company, and opportunities to connect and celebrate 50 years of collective impact.

As we mark five decades of support, advocacy, healing, creativity and connection, this event will be a unique opportunity to come together to celebrate and honour the people, relationships and stories that have shaped Weave.

Come and connect, share stories and memories, and celebrate what we’ve achieved together as we look ahead to the next chapter of Weave’s story.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

- The Weave Team

28/10/2026

As we celebrate 50 Years of Weave in 2026, we are sharing stories and moments that highlight the impact of Weave’s work. ⁠
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This year also represents a significant milestone for Siobhan Bryson, Weave’s CEO, who marks 25 years of service with the organisation this year.⁠
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Siobhan started working at Weave in 2001 when it was known as South Sydney Youth Services. Initially working as a Caseworker/ Counsellor for 7 years, providing holistic support for Aboriginal young people and their families, Siobhan then moved into the Operations Manager role for 10 years and became CEO in 2018.⁠
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“As someone who has been involved with Weave for 25 years, I have seen first hand the deep, intergenerational connections and impact of the work. As a place-based and grassroots community organisation, all roles at Weave including the CEO have strong connection and interaction with clients and community every day, which is something I love about working at Weave. ⁠
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Over the past 25 years I have had the privilege of witnessing the transformative change that has been made possible through genuine relationships, consistency and continuing to show up alongside people and communities to support individual and collective wellbeing and healing.⁠
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A passion for social justice and equity is in my DNA, and I strongly believe that the work Weave does advances both.”⁠
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– Siobhan Bryson⁠
CEO, Weave Youth & Community Services⁠
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Read the full conversation on our website - weave.org.au⁠
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27/10/2026

Shane Brown worked tirelessly to advocate for the people and communities Weave walks alongside and has been a key part of the organisation’s growth and impact over the years. ⁠
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As we celebrate 50 Years of Weave in 2026, we acknowledge Shane’s significant contribution and dedication to the people, communities and programs connected to Weave over the last five decades.⁠
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You can read more about Shane's work at Weave here: https://www.weave.org.au/50years_shanebrown/⁠
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26/10/2026

In 1976, South Sydney Youth Services was established by a group of local residents in Redfern/Waterloo who advocated for services, activities and support for local young people. ⁠
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In 2011, the organisation undertook a widespread client, community, staff and stakeholder consultation to come up with a new name and “Weave Youth & Community Services” emerged as the new name, representing the range of programs and services supporting children, young people, women and families and the way that clients and community members are able to weave in and out of support as they need it. ⁠
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As we celebrate 50 Years of Weave this year, we acknowledge the generations of people, families and communities who have made the organisation what it is today. ⁠

You can support our work at Weave by making a one-off or monthly donation. We are so grateful to our community of supporters who are a vital and valued part of Weave's impact.⁠
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Find more information at our website: weave.org.au⁠
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23/10/2026

Weave’s Driving Change Program supports people who face multiple barriers to gaining their driving licence.

The program provides support through all stages of the licensing journey, including obtaining ID and clearing fines, one-on-one support with online test practice and supervised driving lessons to complete log-book hours. Gaining a driver’s licence opens up employment, educational and social opportunities and has a profound impact on the lives of people accessing this program.

For more information on our Driving Change program - weave.org.au

You can support our work at Weave by making a donation here: https://weave.raiselysite.com/ ✨️

22/10/2026

From the beginning, genuine connection has been central to everything we do at Weave. For 50 years - guided by the people we support - Weave has helped create meaningful spaces for people to connect, collaborate, and learn from one another.

The Weave Kitchen is a women's cooking program where food becomes a way to share stories, culture, build new skills and connect with one another. ⁠
Held every second Friday in the beautiful Juanita Nielsen Community Centre kitchen in Woolloomooloo, each session is led by a different woman connected to Weave, who is paid to teach a favourite recipe while sharing the memories, traditions and experiences behind it. ⁠
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Together, the group explores affordable, nutritious meals in a lively, welcoming space filled with laughter, conversation and delicious smells. Participants take home meals each week to feed their entire households. ⁠
More than a cooking program, it has become a place where women have formed friendships and celebrate the knowledge that already exists within their community.⁠ ⁠
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20/10/2026

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this social media & blog post may contain images and names of deceased persons.

Shane Brown worked tirelessly to advocate for the people and communities Weave walks alongside and has been a key part of the organisation’s growth and impact over the years.

Shane finished his time at Weave in 2018, after 32 years of service and commitment. Shane started as an outreach Youth worker at South Sydney Youth Services (now Weave Youth & Community Services) in 1986 and went on to serve as Chief Executive Officer for 30 years.

In 2018 he received a NADA Lifetime Achievement Award for significant contribution of an individual working in the non-government alcohol and other drugs sector over a lifetime and was the Youth Action Winner of the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award for contribution to the Youth Sector. In 2019, Shane was awarded an OAM for his service to the community and lifetime achievement at Weave.

As we celebrate 50 Years of Weave in 2026 we mark five decades of support, advocacy, healing, creativity and connection - and we acknowledge Shane’s significant contribution and dedication to the people, communities and programs connected to Weave over the last five decades.

You can read the full interview with Shane Brown about his time at Weave here: https://www.weave.org.au/50years_shanebrown/

19/10/2026

Weave's Creating Futures Justice Program provides tailored, intensive casework support for young people (aged 10-30) who are involved in the criminal legal system.

The program includes pre-custodial, post-release and diversionary support that is strengths-based, holistic and culturally responsive.

"I do this work because of the injustices that my people continue to face. I want to work towards a future where our babies don't have to continue fighting systems."
- Merinda Rose, Creating Futures Justice Program Manager

Read more about Weave's programs at Weave.org.au

16/10/2026

Are you a hands-on problem solver with strong payroll experience?

Are you a team player with excellent interpersonal skills?

The Payroll and Office Support role ensures smooth daily operations by supporting HR administration, managing payroll, workplace health and safety (WHS), and facilities.

Join a diverse, passionate team in a flexible and supportive organisation - applications due midnight on Sunday 1 November 2026.

More details on our website: https://www.weave.org.au/payroll-and-office-support/

15/10/2026

Rain or shine, we are so excited to be hosting today 4pm-7pm at Carriageworks Redfern, Gadigal Land!

Mad Pride is a free event designed by young people to celebrate their creativity and break the stigma surrounding mental health experiences. ⁠
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⁠This is a free, all ages community event and a drug and alcohol free space. ⁠

See you there!

Address

Corner Elizabeth And Allen Streets
Sydney, NSW
2017

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5pm
Friday	9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+61293180539

Website

http://www.weave.org.au/, https://weave.raiselysite.com/

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