Our Threads, This Place, Your Moment
Youth Week WA is the largest annual celebration of young people aged 10-25 years in WA. This week-long event features various activities across WA, showcasing the incredible contributions of young people to our social, cultural and economic life.
The theme for Youth Week WA 2025 is ‘Our Threads, This Place, Your Moment,’ reflecting young people’s connections with their community, each other, and themselves. The theme symbolises the patchwork of contributions that young people make, forming the rich tapestry of WA.
A number of our Youth Focus teams will be attending, hosting or visiting activities and events during Youth Week. Events like these give us a chance to connect with young people in fun and engaging ways, while also encouraging conversations around youth mental health.
Northam
The Northam team is excited to be helping host Northam’s Youth Week event which includes a silent disco, inflatables and delicious food. With a range of stallholders, activities and entertainment, young people in Northam will be surrounded by good vibes, good people, and unforgettable memories.
When: Wednesday 16 April 10am – 2pm
Where: Bernard Park, Northam
More information here
Albany
The Albany team are excited that their Blank Walls Youth Art Exhibition will be open at the Vancouver Arts Centre. The exhibition will be showcasing the original artworks and photographs by talented Great Southern young people on the themes of ‘Hope’ & ‘Connection’
When: Monday 31 March to Thursday 18 April 10am – 4pm Monday to Friday
Where: Vancouver Arts Centre, 85 Vancouver St, Albany
More information here
Albany will also be taking part in the City of Albany’s Inflata Day event.
When: Wednesday 16 April 11am – 2pm
Where: Albany Town Square.
More information here
Midland
Midland’s Youth Reference Group is organising Art’astic Youth Week Pop-Up Event, which invites young people to explore their artistic side with hands-on activities. The day will showcase a range of art mediums and there will be something for everyone, whether you are a budding artist or just want to try something new!
When: Thursday, 17 April 10am – 2pm
Where: Swan City Youth Service, 12 Padbury TCE, Midland WA.
More information here
Burswood
The Burswood team will be celebrating Youth Week alongside Midland at the Art’astic Youth Week Pop-Up Event, so be sure to say hi if you see them!
They will also be at the Youth Week event at Ellenbrook Youth Centre.
When: Monday, 14 April 3pm – 7pm
Where: Ellenbrook Youth Centre, 7 Plaza Turn, Ellenbrook WA 6069
More information here
Meekatharra
Meekatharra has a busy week planned. Starting with art sessions on April 10 to 11, culminating in a special art installation at Youth Focus. Monday will see a sports day and lunch at the oval, Tuesday will be an art and craft day at the Youth Centre. Wednesday is all about music, paired with a skate workshop. Thursday night everything will be wrapped up with an Easter egg hunt and community BBQ at the oval.
Each night, Youth Focus will support the Youth Centre with drop-in activities.
When: Every night, 6-8pm
Where: Shire of Meekatharra Youth Centre
Peel South West
You can find out Peel and South West team at Dardenup Shire’s Youthfest event running community engagement activities so drop by and say hi to our Community Engagement and Education Officer who will be at the stall.
When: Saturday, 12 April 10am – 1pm
Where: Glen Huon Oval, Eaton Library, Skatepark and Mick Bennett Make-It Space
More information here
Youth Focus will also have a stall at the Westerly Youth Soundwaves.
When: Saturday, 12 April 2pm – 6pm
Where: Westerly Family Centre, Cooloongup.
More information here