Welcome to MYAN
Championing the voices of young people from refugee and migrant backgroundsMinus 16 Hub
Visit Minus 16 Hub, a page is designed especially for our under-16 community to find out more about us, stay connected, and staying social off social.Our 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
We’re excited to bring you this special edition newsletter following this year’s International Youth Week. In this issue, we highlight some of the incredible work young people across MYAN’s network…
Welcome to MYAN’s June e-newsletter! We’re really excited to share our latest research, the Racism in Schools Policy Paper. It makes a strong case for nationally coordinated action and sets…
Thursday 11 June New Report Released Today Highlights Racism in Australian Schools Remains a Persistent and Harmful Reality. MYAN Releases Blueprint for Reform. Melbourne, AustraliaRacism remains a daily reality for many…
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* Intergenerational Fairness – A Start, More to Do Melbourne, 14 May 2026 The Multicultural Youth Advocacy Network Australia (MYAN), Australia’s peak body for young people from refugee and migrant…
Welcome to the latest edition of our e-newsletter! As we navigate through an ever-evolving landscape, it’s been a busy couple of months at MYAN HQ! In this issue, we’re…
On behalf of the MYAN team, welcome to 2026! Over January, we have been gathering multicultural young people’s experiences in Australia for a national research project, preparing our pre-budget submission…
Latest Documents
MYAN’s submission to the Australian Government’s employment services reform process calls for a future system that better supports young people from refugee, migrant and multicultural backgrounds into safe, meaningful and…
Racism in Australian school settings continues to be a prevalent issue for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and students from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds. MYAN has conducted a…
MYAN Australia’s submission to the Towards a New National Cultural Policy consultation calls for multicultural young people, particularly those from refugee and migrant backgrounds, to be recognised as cultural leaders,…
In 2025, MYAN conducted a national survey asking young people what terms resonated with them. The two most common terms used in public policy and advocacy are Culturally and Linguistically…
MYAN’s submission to the Department of Home Affairs’ discussion paper on Australia’s Humanitarian Program 2026–27 calls for a child- and youth-centred humanitarian program that prioritises protection, family reunion, timely processing,…
MYAN’s submission calls for the permanent abolition of Australia’s offshore processing regime, citing its high financial cost, lack of transparency and accountability, and severe human rights impacts on refugees and…
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