Youth programs and groups

What we offer

We have programs and groups to encourage young people (12–24 years) to connect with like-minded people of a similar age in a safe and supportive way.
All activities have limited numbers, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Please note that all our youth services activities are fully supervised and drug, alcohol, vape and smoking-free.

Youth programs - Term 3, 2023

All programs are free to attend and run during school term. View school term dates on the Victorian Government's Education and Training website

Be Ur Self

What: LGBTIQ+ Program that is a safe and inclusive place for young people 12 to 17 years old
When: Mondays, 4.30pm to 6.30pm
Where: To join contact My Place Youth Facility, 5-7 Main St Pakenham

Koorie Youth Group

What: For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people aged 12-24 years
When: Tuesdays, 4pm to 5.30pm
Where: To join contact My Place Youth Facility, 5-7 Main St Pakenham

Cardinia Pride

What: Are you 17-24 years and passionate about creating change for the LGBTIQA+ community in Cardinia Shire
When: Wednesdays, 6pm to 7.30pm
Where: To join contact My Place Youth Facility, 5-7 Main St Pakenham

Young Parents Group

What: A fun and supportive social group for young parents and their children up to 24 years
When: Wednesdays, 1pm to 2.30pm

Chill and Up Skill

What: An engaging social and life skills group for 17 to 24 year olds
When: Wednesdays, 5.30pm to 7pm
Where: My Place Youth Facility, 5-7 Main St Pakenham

Hang Out

What: Social group, hang out, create friendships and enjoy diverse activities for 12 to 17 year olds
When: Thursday, 3.30pm - 5pm
Where: My Place Youth Facility, 5-7 Main St Pakenham

Youth Committees

What: We hae so many ways for you to be involved with your community! for agest 12 - 24 year olds
When: Give us a call or pop in during opening hourse to discuss your interest
Where: My Place Youth Facility, 5-7 Main St Pakenham

Book your place

1. Complete the annual consent form

Before you book, you need to submit a 2023 annual consent form. If you've already completed one for this calendar year you don't need to submit another one.

Submit online consent form or Download a consent form

2. Contact us by email or phone to book your place

Please contact youth service on myplace@cardinia.vic.gov.au or 1800 4 Youth (1800 496 884) for details.

Other ways to get involved

There are lots of ways young people can connect with us such as:

Contribute to our quarterly Ezine
Plan and run a range of youth events

Contact My Place on 1800 496 994 to find out more!