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About us

Who We Are

The Y is the largest global youth movement, reaching 65+ million people in over 120 countries. In Australia, the Y offers a wide range of programs and services that support children and young people across their life cycle. From early learning programs to meaningful career pathways, through to recreation and other supports for older Australians, 16 million people participate each year in over 680 communities across Australia. The Y Hobart is aligned with the global movement, supporting children and young people from an early age and throughout their life journey, across our broad range of programs and services.

Mission

To empower children, young people and communities to build a just, sustainable, 
equitable and inclusive world, where every person can thrive in body, mind and spirit.

Vision

A better world, with and for young people.

Strategy

We draw from our collective expertise, our deep community partnerships, and our local, national and global influence. Together, we will drive systemic change across four globally aligned strategic pillars of impact

Meaningful Work
Community Wellbeing
Sustainable Planet
Just World
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