Continuing Partnership Between PCYC and KWAC

PCYC and Kununurra Waringarri Aboriginal Corporation (KWAC) are pleased to announce an extension of their collaboration supporting young people at risk in Kununurra. Under this ongoing partnership, PCYC will continue to provide its Youth Hub for KWAC to deliver culturally grounded, community-led activities for local young people.

This partnership, along with PCYC’s safeSPACE™ program and collaboration with MG Corporation and 54 Reasons, is instrumental in delivering a community-led circuit-breaker response — targeted activities for young people at risk, designed to divert them away from the justice system during high-risk periods. It is having an immediate and positive impact.

KWAC CEO Adrian McCann said:

“The partnership with PCYC reflects what works in Kununurra, organisations coming together, trusting community leadership and responding in ways that keep our young people safe and connected. We’re looking forward to continue this collaboration and build on what we know is making a real difference for our community.”

Laura Dunlop, Head of Youth Services at PCYC said:

“This partnership demonstrates that a strong continuum of services is critical in Kununurra. It builds on PCYC’s existing safeSPACE™ program and ensures young people receive appropriate support at the right time through a multi-agency response. Lasting impact comes from collaboration, joint responsibility and organisations coming together with a shared purpose to meet the diverse needs of young people.”

For more information on PCYC programs visit wapcyc.com.au

For more information on KWAC programs visit kwac.com.au

About WA PCYC

The Western Australian Police and Community Youth Centres (WA PCYC) is Western Australia’s leading youth organisation, working with the WA Police Force and the community to empower young people to reach their potential.

WA PCYC operates in 16 locations across the state with 67 Blue Light WA™ Units in remote and rural areas, working together to empower underprivileged children and young people to reach their potential via recreational and educational programs and activities.

About Waringarri

Kununurra Waringarri Aboriginal Corporation (KWAC) is a long-standing, Aboriginal-run not-for-profit organisation based in Kununurra, Western Australia. Established in 1979, we’re a community-led organisation delivering a wide range of culturally grounded programs designed to strengthenand empower families, youth, and vulnerable individuals.

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