About YACSA

Our Purpose

Our business is advocacy and representation. Our work is informed by our members and evidence to create change and ensure policy makers and the community understands the impacts of policies and decision-making on young people and the youth sector.

We hold decision makers to account and provide a credible and informed youth affairs perspective.

YACSA’s work is based on four key peak body functions including:

• Research, policy development, analysis and advice

• Information dissemination

• Capacity building

• Consultation and coordination

Our History

For over 40 years, YACSA has advocated with and for its members to address the challenges and issues that impact young people and the youth sector.

Our Team

Anne Bainbridge
Chief Executive Officer

Doug Werchon
Participation and Development Officer

Mallory Bradley
Digital Communications Officer

Georgia Thain
Policy Officer