On July 14, 2010, YANQ launched the report called "Re-engaging Students in Education: Success Factors in Alternative Schools".  This report is the result of research that aimed to answer the question "how do 'alternative' schools attempt to meet the needs of young people disengaged from the mainstream schooling sector?"  The report outlines the research that was undertaken, provides findings, and offers recommendations on a number of points. 

The report is available for download here: Re-engaging students in education report

During 2006, the Youth Affairs Network of Queensland noticed an increase in the number of organisations and youth workers contacting it to raise concerns about the level of support available for young people who were not involved in education or work.

In response, YANQ undertook this small research project to investigate these concerns and to assess the level and nature of support that is available for young people who are disengaged from education and work. The research focused specifically on young people aged between 12 to 18.

During 2006, the Youth Affairs Network of Queensland noticed an increase in the number of organisations and youth workers contacting it to raise concerns about the level of support available for young people who were not involved in education or work.

These concerns were raised formally via the Youth Consultative Network and informally (e.g. during phone calls or meetings with YANQ staff).

In response, YANQ undertook this small research project to investigate these concerns and to assess the level and nature of support that is available for young people who are disengaged from education and work. The research focused specifically on young people aged between 12 to 18.

A summary of programs relevant to young people, 12-18, who are not participating in education or training and who are unemployed. The aim of this document is to give a brief overview of the range of publicly funded youth services that are particularly relevant to young people that are not participating in education, training or work.

For each service listed, brief details are provided on the aims, methods, criteria and funding source. The information here is not exhaustive and is meant only as a quick reference.  Readers are invited to seek out further details from the original sources that were used to compile this information (see footnotes).

The services listed here may not be (and probably are not) available in all regions of Queensland. Details of where these services are available can be found from the funding body (listed for each program where possible) or from other sources as listed in the footnotes.

Errors or OmissionsAny reader that notices errors or omissions in this document is invited to let us know so that we can make corrections and keep this document up to date. To notify YANQ of errors or omissions in this document please phone (07) 3844 7713 or e-mail ndo@yanq.org.au.