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Youth Activity and Learning Space (YALS)
The Youth Activity & Learning Space at SMRC is a free, supportive and fun program created for migrant and refugee young people aged 12–24 who are new to Australia.
Our space is designed to help you succeed in school, explore your goals, make friends, and feel at home in your new community.
About The Youth Activity & Learning Space:
YALS offers a safe and inclusive environment, supportive mentors and opportunities to learn and make friends.
Homework Support
Our team provides help with:
- High school homework
- Assignments and projects
- Study skills and organisation
- Understanding the Australian school system
1:1 Career & Employment Support
Personalised guidance to help you plan your future:
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- Career pathway advice
- Resume and cover letter support
- Job search help
- Education and training options
Activities & Social Space
A place to relax, connect, and have fun:
- Games and group activities
- Music and creative sessions
- Social hangouts
- Access to books and study resources
Our volunteer tutors have expertise across all high school subjects and provide personalised guidance to help students succeed.
Looking to build your leadership skills and get involved in the community? Join SMRC’s Youth Advisory Group!
When and where?
- Monday & Tuesday: 3.30pm – 6.00pm (during school terms)
Location: SMRC, 39 Clow St, Dandenong
Who can join?
- Secondary school and TAFE students in Greater Dandenong & Casey
- Humanitarian entrants and other migrants on eligible visas within their first five years in Australia
- Refugee and migrant students aged 12–24.
- Students who have not yet received Australian citizenship
The Youth Activity & Learning Space is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Social Services under the Settlement, Engagement and Transition Support Program.
Any donations received from fundraising efforts enable SMRC to offer additional places in our programs, extending beyond the scope of government-funded spots.
If you’re a service provider wishing to refer your client to this SMRC SETS program, complete the SETS Intake Referral Form.
If you want to join this program, complete the below:
Expression of Interest
Testimonials
Tutor’s are great at explaining
They’re not giving you answers. They’re showing you how you do it, so next time you won’t be stuck on the same question. They’re so helpful that when I go to school I show off to my friend, ‘this is how you do it the easy way’ and they’re like that’s amazing and my friend gets impressed by it. I was a bit behind on Maths but after I came here, I started catching up. My last test I got was 87, such a difference.
