The YCW works to create a society, which actively supports, respects and values the God given dignity of each person. We will consciously uphold basic human rights, especially the right to meaningful and just work. We will educate for global awareness and solidarity. Through taking action and reviewing in our communities, young people will discover the deepest meaning and mission of their lives.  
 
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YCS AND YCW GETS LOUD AT WYD08 YOUTH FESTIVAL!

Reservations are now open for YCS and YCW WYD08 events connecting faith, life and justice. They will give a space to speak and inspire you to act!

Click here for EVENT INFORMATION

 

 

A NEW RESOURCE TO MAKE WYD08 MATTER

Be My Witnesses: Living as Church After WYD08 is designed to help young people discover the meaning of their WYD08 experiences and plan youth ministry well into the future.

Click here for Order Form

For other info about our exciting World Youth Day 2008 program click here

 

YCW Demands Security!

May Day - 1st May 2008

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The International Young Christian Workers (IYCW) movement, is today releasing their report titled "Social Protection - Our Right", to mark its annual International Week of Young Workers  and May 1st Workers' Day and to promote participation in a global campaign demanding the right to social protection. Read More....

International Day's Pay Appeal 2008

This appeal is run in conjunction with the YCW's celebration of International Week. Regardless of the amount, everyone is asked to donate one day's pay. It is an act of solidarity with workers in the many countries where YCW is active.

Click here if you would like to donate to the IYCW International Days Pay Appeal

 

 

YCW Action - WINTER 2008 issue out now!

Are you getting enough action in your life?


Subscribe to YCW Action! YCW Action is the official magazine of the Australian Young Christian Workers Movement. This magazine aims to express and highlight the everyday issues and actions occurring in young workers lives.

Winter 2008 issue out now!

Order your copy! Email action@ycw.org.au or complete the Subscription Form or order online at Online Subscription

We want you! If you are a writer, artist or photographer aged 18-30 years, contact action@ycw.org.au

 

YCW DEMANDS INCREASE TO FEDERAL MINIMUM WAGE

COUPLED WITH COST SAVINGS

 

The Australian YCW believes an increase to the federal minimum wage coupled with increased cost savings and services would ensure young people live above the poverty line. Cost savings and services could include increases in superannuation payments, public transport subsidies, government provision of affordable housing for young people, more easily accessed health cards or private health insurance subsidies, better access to child minding facilities and access to affordable or free education and training. Read More....

YCW PAST MEMBERS MAKE SUBMISSION TO AFPC

The Young Christian Workers Past Members Association also made a submission to the Australian Fair Pay Commission emphasising that vulnerable employees need to be cared for by society. They stated "we must ensure workers wages that enable them to procure the basic necessaties in life." Read More...

 

 

NEW CANBERRA YCW WEBSITE!

Check out the new Canberra YCW website www.cycw.somee.com/cycw/default.aspx

It has all the latest news on the Canberra YCW, in particular the Touch Rugby comp.

 

Effectively Engage & Retain Young People - NEW RESOURCE - $10

A resource that provides practical information and case studies to engage and retain young people in your organisation. Contact sara.kane@ycw.org.au to order your copy. Resource cost is $10 to cover publication and postage.

 

Accessing Just and Meaningful Work - NEW FREE RESOURCE

A FREE resource that provides practical tools to assist young people access Just and Meaningful Work.

Accessing Just and Meaningful Work resource

 


YCW Local Offices:
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Endeavour Hills YCW Group, Melbourne

Salisbury Group, Adelaide

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Fitzroy YCW Group, Melbourne

Wednesday Nights fortnightly-

Mt Waverly YCW Group, Melbourne

 

April 08

 

11-13: National Team Meeting 5, Adelaide

 

19: WYD Quiz Night, Salisbury

26: International Dinner, Salisbury, Adelaide

26 - 4/5: International Days Pay Appeal

 

May 08

 

1: May Day

1-4: International Days Pay Appeal

3: Salisbury Parish Auction

17: WYD Dinner Dance, Salisbury

30: WYD Bingo Night

 

July 08

 

7-13: Days in the Diocese - WYD

14-20: World Youth Day, Sydney