About Us
The Youth Pride Network is auspiced by Youth Affairs Council of WA and funded by the Department of Communities.
How it all began
Established in 2017, during the marriage equality plebiscite, The Youth Pride Network is a group of LGBTIQA+ young people passionate about using systemic advocacy to create a Western Australia in which all LGBTIQA+ young people are fully included, accepted and celebrated by their community.
Our Mission
To ensure that young LGBTIQA+ people don’t face barriers in accessing services including mental & general health care, education, and employment opportunities
Connecting and bringing together communities by facilitating events/programs.
Lobbying government and officials to create a safe space for the LGBTIQA+ community.
To create educational resources + upskilling to educate and improve the lives of the LGBTIQA+ young people in WA.
To promote the voices and stories of young people.
We’re all about breaking down barriers:
Accessibility
By creating and organising reliable and accurate resources, we’re creating a hub where young LGBTIQA+ folks and allies can easily access information to answer their burning questions about health care, education, and employment opportunities without the hassle.
Collective Empowerment
By hosting events and programs that emphasise on collective action, we’re strengthening the connections of fellow passionate young queer people across WA.
Storytelling
We believe in the transformative power of stories in a divisive world. That’s why we’re building a platform to amplify the authentic opinions and experiences of young queer people.
An Agent of Change
By building rapport with elected officials and public servants while simultaneously holding them accountable, we have their eyes and ears to ensure the rights of young LGBTIQA+ people are at the forefront of policymaking.
Our Vision
Dismantling systemic discrimination and structural inequalities of LGBTIQA+ people
Empowering young LGBTIQA+ voices to lead the way towards a safe, just, and equitable future
Supporting and connecting young LGBTIQA+ to strengthen their sense of community and belonging
Educating the public and key stakeholders about intersectional queer issues
