Our Story

Life Centre for Youth Development & Empowerment Inc. was born from a story of resilience, courage, and hope. Founded in 2013 by a visionary young man from multicultural backgrounds, our organisation was created out of lived experience — a shared journey shaped by the hardship of civil wars, displacement, and the struggle to rebuild.

Our founder was directly impacted by conflict, facing trauma, loss, and the challenges of starting over in unfamiliar lands. Yet, through determination, education, capacity building, and the opportunities that came with their refugee journeys, he transformed pain into purpose and adversity into strength.

It was from this transformation that Life Centre was created — a place where experience meets action, and where the lessons learned from survival are turned into pathways for others to thrive. Our founder understood firsthand the power of community, education, and empowerment. He knew that with the right support, young people and families could overcome even the most difficult barriers and create a future filled with opportunity.

Today, Life Centre for Youth Development & Empowerment Inc. stands as a beacon of hope and possibility. We are more than a charity — we are a movement dedicated to empowering youth, women, and families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) and mainstream communities. Our programs build essential life skills, leadership, and resilience, while promoting inclusion, equality, and participation.

From humble beginnings to a thriving community organisation, our story is a testament to what’s possible when people come together with a shared vision: to inspire change, break cycles of disadvantage, and build a future where every young person has the chance to rise, lead, and shine.