Passages
Passages was established as a result of the growing rate of youth homelessness in Western Australia and the need for a unique specialist engagement service.
Passages is a youth engagement hub providing a non-judgemental safe space to our communities most marginalised and at risk young people in Perth and Peel.
Young people aged 12 to 25 years have a safe, friendly and positive place to access support and referrals to essential services.
Providing pathways out of homelessness
The Passages three key pillars
1. Basic needs
Engagement, rapport building, food, showers, laundry, clothing, phone and computer access, etc
2. Youth worker support
Person centred support, informed referrals, centre based mentoring, advocacy, life-skills groups, etc.
3. Visiting allied agencies
A network of agencies offering key support to young people from one of the centres.
Our Services
Passages is very often the first step off the street for young people with complex needs. The people we help are often excluded from other support services and would otherwise have nowhere else to turn. Passages works to build relationships with young people by offering practical assistance and support, while identifying longer term needs and issues.
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Individualised Engagement by professional youth workers -
Information & Referrals to supportive agencies -
Outreach support -
Visiting agencies - Practical needs
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Medical & legal support -
Financial & Employment assistance -
Workshops & activities
How to access the service
Passages’ mission is to provide a safe, friendly and positive service, offering information, referrals and support to marginalised young people aged 12 to 25 years. Passages aims to provide opportunities for young people to make positive informed choices that will lead to a safer, alternative lifestyle.
If you require assistance or support, contact;
Our Objectives
The service engages with young people who are experiencing homelessness and disconnection from the community. Our objective is accessibility and inclusion for the greatest number of young people in need, enabling some of the most hardest to reach youth populations to overcome disadvantage and realise their full potential.
The service understands the complex interrelationship between trauma exposure, homelessness, mental health, substance misuse and social disadvantage, and is a safe place to seek support.
To respond effectively, our work is characterised by seven core values;
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Commitment -
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Advocacy -
Courage
Our People
The service is delivered by professional and experienced youth workers who work to empower young people by facilitating their independence and supporting participation in their community. The 1-1 intensive support for young people is often a lengthy process and can be life changing for individuals.
You can make a difference
Currently Passages receive no ongoing government funding and relies heavily on community and corporate donations and specific fundraising events to continue to provide much needed services.
I want to help by
- Make a Financial Donation
- Make a Material Donation
- Make a Corporate Partnership
- Attend the Race Day
- Participate in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout
- Host a Fundraising Event
Thanks for your support
Financial Donation
Passages relies on donations from the community to continue to provide life changing services to marginalised and at risk young people.
To donate securely online please click on the Donate Today below or if you would like to donate offline call Vinnies on (08) 6323 7500 or email [email protected].
Thanks for your support
Material Donation
Material Donations such as travel size toiletries, socks, thongs, blankets, clothing and towels help provide young people with much needed dignity, hope and respect.
If you have material items to donate, call Vinnies on (08) 6323 7500 or email [email protected].
Thanks for your support
Corporate Partnership
Passages recognises the importance of developing and nurturing strong links with the corporate and philanthropic sectors to continue to help make positive changes in the lives of young people.
For further information call Vinnies or (08) 6323 7500 or email [email protected].
Thanks for your support
Vinnies Tough Night Out
Join us Friday 9 September to sleep tough and support young people living on the streets. By taking part you’ll raise awareness and funds for youth homelessness in WA.
To find out more about how you can get involved visit vinniestoughnightout.org.au
Thanks for your support
Vinnies CEO Sleepout
By supporting events such as the Vinnies CEO Sleepout you will be helping to support the vital work of Passages.
To find out more about how you can get involved call Vinnies on (08) 6323 7500 email [email protected].
Thanks for your support
Passages Fundraising Events
There are a number of fundraising events or activities you can choose to run to help raise funds and awareness for Passages.
For further information on fundraising for Passages call Vinnies on (08) 6323 7500 or email [email protected].
Our Story
Passages is a joint venture between the St Vincent de Paul Society (WA) Inc and the Rotary Club of Perth.
Passages Perth was established in 1999 and Passages Peel opened in 2012. The buildings are both named ‘Bendat House’ to honour the generosity of Jack Bendat and family.
Perth Passages
143 Edward Street, Perth WA 6000
P 08 9228 1478
F 08 9228 9572
E [email protected]
Open hours
Monday to Thursday: 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm
Friday: 9am-1pm
Passages_Perth Timetable
Peel Passages
20 Davey Street, Mandurah WA 6210
P 08 9583 5160
F 0) 9583 5170
E [email protected]
Open hours
Monday to Thursday: 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm
Friday: 9am-12pm
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Keep in Touch
The Passages Newsletter is produced twice a year providing an overview of the work provided by Passages in Perth and Peel. For any further information on this publication or media related enquiries call the St Vincent de Paul Society on (08) 6323 7500 or email [email protected].