CEO Welcome

as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and our targeted services reach around 38 First Nations communities, the majority in rural and remote areas.

The launch of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), the opening of the new Logan facility, launch of Little n Active and continued improvement to our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) are just some of many highlights from this year.

The ongoing impact of COVID and widespread flooding and storms throughout the year have tested our resilience, but I’m pleased to say as an organisation we once again continue to rise to the challenge and work to support the young people and communities we serve.

Furthering our organisational mission through the provision of more time for our Queensland Police Service (QPS) officers to deliver youth programs and enabling continued growth through financial sustainability has been at the forefront for myself and my team this year and we have worked with our partner QPS to develop a plan to progress into the 2022/23 financial year.

Embedding the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) into our business-as-usual practices is an accomplishment that will have a lasting impact across PCYC Queensland and for the communities and young people we serve.

The RAP was considered a core responsibility for an organisation like ours, which has a significant presence in First Nations’ communities across Queensland. Around 6% of our workforce identifies

The suite of cultural protocols developed under the RAP will give our entire workforce a better understanding of the rich history of Indigenous Australia and help employees identify opportunities to further support First Nations business.

The official opening of PCYC Logan at Slacks Creek in November was the culmination of years of planning and collaboration with the community, Logan City Council and the Queensland Government.

The $14 million facility is not only a modern fitness and recreation centre that supports our innovative activities, programs and Outside School Hours Care, it’s a crucial piece of community infrastructure that will contribute to the social growth and wellbeing of the city for years to come.

The launch of Little n Active saw five existing physical literacy programs rolled into one groundbreaking product for our youngest members.

Little n Active focuses on fundamental movement skills, helping children under 5 to develop their physical literacy and social skills through a fun introduction to physical activity.

Our OSHC teams opened an additional 12 services and continue to build our reputation as a leading provider of Before School, After School and Vacation Care.

The introduction of a Behaviour Support Officer, who provides mentoring and training to key staff on how to identify, implement and facilitate positive behaviour strategies, has seen a vast improvement in behaviour outcomes.

Our other youth focused programs continue to bring about positive change in the lives of young people. Whether it’s Braking the Cycle, Emergency Service Cadets, Indigenous Programs, the State Youth Leadership Program, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award- Australia, Deep Blue Line, Skilling Queenslanders for Work, Safer Communities or the many other program offerings, PCYC Queensland can take great pride in developing the potential of our next generation.

Of course, none of this would have been possible without the funding and support we have once again received from the Queensland Government, local councils, our commercial partners and our valued donors. Whether it’s to continue existing programs or explore new opportunities for youth development, our funding partners are crucial to our continued success as an organisation.

The Board is another indispensable ingredient in our success. I’d like to thank all the Board members for their stewardship during such a busy year. I’d also like to pay tribute to Board members whose terms have expired and welcome new members.

Finally I have to thank our staff, members and volunteers for their efforts in working toward PCYC Queensland’s ultimate goal of building safer, healthier communities through youth development.

Phil Schultz Chief Executive Officer