In this time of change, it’s important to have Hope and draw on our Resilience (our strength). If you have been stressed at times during these coronavirus days, this is totally normal. This is an unusual and very difficult time, with our regular life challenges potentially increased by the coronavirus impacts. The world and how […]
Category: 2Connect Youth & Community
Services Available for Young People, Families & Community Members During COVID-19
2Connect Youth & Community has existed for 30 years to provide holistic services to empower youth, families and communities in the South East Sydney region and surrounds. The health and well-being of our clients, staff, contractors and volunteers is at the forefront of everything we do. With the outbreak of COVID-19, we are still operating but […]
Great Ideas to Keep Young People Connected & Entertained at Home
Staying home & physical distancing are the best way to keep yourself and others safe from COVID-19. We understand that home-isolation can potentially lead to boredom so we’ve compiled a starting list of activities for young people to keep entertained & connected during this time. CONNECT WITH FRIENDS & FAMILY Even though physical distancing is […]
2019 NSW YOUTH SERVICE OF THE YEAR
Youth Action held their 2019 NSW Youth Work Awards at Rydges World Square Hotel Sydney on the 1st of October, celebrating organisations and individual’s life changing work with young people across NSW. On the night, there was an incredible turn out of more than 250 attendees from across NSW joining in on the celebrations of 11 award categories honouring individuals […]
So, You’re Looking For A Job?
Get some advice straight from Australian Employers. Employers look for a number of things when recruiting young people, especially: A positive attitude and willingness to work Motivation and enthusiasm Someone who is prepared to learn and take direction. IS BEING RELIABLE AND RESPONSIBLE IMPORTANT? Yes, most employers also look for someone who is reliable and […]
What are Employers Looking for in a Young Person?
Over 3,000 Australian employers were surveyed – find out what they’re looking for in a young person! Employers said they look for: A positive attitude Motivation and enthusiasm Someone who is prepared to learn and take direction. They also said that applicants need to: Be punctual and dependable Be respectfulto colleagues and customers Show a commitment to staying in the job for […]
Our top tips to avoid hopping behind the wheel this Easter
Public Holidays are notoriously dangerous on our roads and alcohol is the major contributor to this. Here’s our top tips on reducing alcohol-related harms this long weekend… “Research shows that drink driving is a factor in more than 30% of all fatal crashes across NSW[i] and 2015-2017 NSW Health Statistics research showed that in the […]
Winner, Winner!
2Connect Youth & Community awarded 2018 NSW Youth Service of the Year (Highly Commendable)! The NSW Youth Work Awards held at Ovolo Hotel in Woolloomooloo on Thursday, 25th October 2018 celebrated organisations and individuals life changing work with young people across NSW. On the night, there were 10 categories and one that we’re extremely proud […]
New Name, Same Us
St George Youth Services announces rebrand to 2Connect Youth & Community  St George Youth Services, a leading local not-for-profit, today announced the organisations’ rebrand to 2Connect Youth & Community. The exciting rebrand better represents the range of diverse and inclusive services the organisation provides with the ultimate goal to empower youth, families and communities in the […]