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Life Centre for Youth Development & Empowerment Inc. is a registered not-for-profit organisation based in Adelaide, founded in 2013 from a powerful lived experience of resilience and renewal. Born from a journey marked by civil war, displacement, and the struggle to rebuild in a new country, Life Centre was created to transform hardship into hope and ensure that vulnerable young people and families never walk their journey alone.
We support children and young people aged 7–17 and up to 25 years, women, and families from both CALD and mainstream Australian communities. Through culturally safe, person-centred programs, we help young people develop essential life skills, confidence, leadership, and emotional resilience. Our services promote belonging, identity, and community participation while creating pathways for education, employment, and long-term success.
In addition to youth empowerment, we provide advocacy, early-intervention, and support programs for at-risk individuals — including those facing trauma, social disadvantage, discrimination, or disability. Our holistic approach allows us to meet people where they are, offering practical support, mentoring, and safe spaces that foster well-being and growth.
Life Centre exists to break cycles of disadvantage, strengthen families, and build thriving, resilient communities. By partnering with us, donors and funders directly invest in meaningful change, expanding programs, increasing community impact, and empowering the next generation of leaders to rise, lead, and shine.
To empower youth, women, and families by creating safe, inclusive, and supportive environments where they can develop essential life skills, unlock their potential, and pursue meaningful personal and professional goals.
To see young people who are caring, capable, and contributing positively to their families, communities, and society — becoming future leaders, role models, and change-makers who make a lasting impact locally and globally.
• Respecting and valuing people and their right to make choices.
• Supporting, encouraging, and empowering youth, women, and families.
• Believing that all young people are important and equal.
• Promoting inclusion, dignity, and participation for people with disabilities.
Join Life Centre for Youth Development and Empowerment (LICAYDE) and help make a difference right here in Adelaide. Volunteering with us is a meaningful way to support young people, women, and children in our local community.
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Through collaboration with community organisations, schools, government agencies, and partners, we develop sustainable solutions that strengthen families, enhance community wellbeing, and contribute meaningfully to local, national, and global development.