Welcome to MYAN
Championing the voices of young people from refugee and migrant backgroundsOur Vision & Mission
Our vision is that all young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds are valued and supported so that they thrive in Australia.
We work in partnership with young people, government and civil society to promote the rights and interests of young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds and ensure these are recognised in policy and practice.
We facilitate national connections between young people, academics, policy makers and practitioners, develop expert policy advice, provide youth leadership opportunities, and develop capacity building resources.
Our Focus Areas
Youth Leadership
Empower young people to develop their leadership skills, champion their communities, and engage in local and national advocacy efforts.
Ensure young people have a say in the policies and decision that affect their lives.
Policy and Advocacy
Amplify the voices of multicultural young people and drive systemic change that creates a more inclusive and equitable society through impactful, evidence based research and policy advice.
Capability Building
Build the capacity of organisations and individuals to effectively engage with and support young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds through comprehensive training programs and resource development, including the National Youth Settlement Framework.
Local and Global Partnership
Play a pivotal role in fostering strong local and international relationships and knowledge sharing to support the youth settlement sector.
Navigating Youth Settlement in Australia: Challenges and Opportunities
This report explores the settlement experiences of young refugees and migrants, identifying challenges in education, employment, health, social connection, and navigating Australian services. It addresses issues of racism and discrimination, offering insights and recommendations to improve settlement services and support integration.Latest MYAN Updates
MYAN calls on all parties to step up.
As Australia heads to the polls, the Multicultural Youth Advocacy Network Australia (MYAN) is urging political parties to take bold action now to address the systemic barriers faced by multicultural young people and to treat them as key stakeholders in Australia’s future. Millennials and Gen Z now make up over 40% of the electorate, their voices matter more than ever. Yet young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds continue to be excluded from national conversations and are overlooked in policymaking.
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MYAN calls on the Government to put young people at the centre of future considerations.
Multicultural Youth Advocacy Network Australia (MYAN) Australia’s peak body representing young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, has reviewed the 2025 Australian Federal Budget, highlighting its implications for multicultural youth across the nation. The federal budget, unveiled on 25th March 2025 outlines significant allocations and policy directions that will impact the lives of young people from diverse cultural backgrounds. For many young people, budget night is a pivotal moment—a time to scrutinise, to question, and to understand how the decisions made at the highest level will impact their lives directly.
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Welcome to MYAN’s March e-News! It has been a busy start to 2025 and we have exciting updates and news to share with you.
From the MYAN team, we recently wrapped up the Office for Youth Forum in Canberra, started our FUSE 2025 workshops and held the official launch of the National Policy Alliance. We’ve also got opportunities to share on our brand new opportunities on our newly launched Bulletin Board, the new home for all opportunities from our network for young people.
It’s the final newsletter of the year – what a year it has been! In this newsletter, we have got a message from Carmel Guerra (MYAN’s Chair) and Rana Ebrahimi (MYAN’s National Manager) as we reflect on our 2024 impact and achievements based on our four key focus areas; Youth Leadership, Policy and Advocacy, Capability Building and Local and Global Partnerships. There’s no better way to start than to check it out!
Welcome to MYAN’s November e-news! What’s new, you ask? Well, for a start our yearly National Data Snapshot is ready, we have a new submission on youth justice, and we’ve got a brand new podcast!
Also, FUSE 2025 applications are closing soon; so send in your best pitch idea for a chance to have your voice heard by policymakers in Canberra. We’ve got a lot in store for you so keep an eye out on our socials and upcoming newsletters!
As always, thank you for your support.
From the MYAN Team💙
Welcome to MYAN’s September newsletter! We’ve got updates, opportunities and resources for you. We’re also introducing you to new members of the team!
We are also excited to announce that we have also just launched our new website! We’ve revamped it and think it’s looking very demure and mindful, and easy to navigate.
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