Australian Young Christian Workers Movement Website

The YCW works to create a society, which actively supports, respects and values the God given dignity of each person. We will consciously uphold basic human rights, especially the right to meaningful and just work. We will educate for global awareness and solidarity. Through taking action and reviewing in our communities, young people will discover the deepest meaning and mission of their lives.

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JUST AND MEANINGFUL WORK

The YCW aims to bring about Just and Meaningful work by providing services and a collective voice that appropriately responds to the reality of young people.

Effectively Engage & Retain Young People
A resource that assists organisations and individuals working with young people. It provides practical information and case studies to engage and retain young people in your organisation.

Accessing Just and Meaningful Work
A resource provides practical tools assisting young people access access Just and Meaningful Work

WorkChoices - what does it mean for young people?

	You can make a difference! GET INVOLVED in the YCW services and programs that explore the impact of WorkChoices on young people! Community Rallies School Talks Community Forums Creative Spaces Public lectures Enquires and Surveys Small Group Reflection YCW provides education tools and advocates for young worker rights. Click here for YCW PUBLICATIONS on Young people and work WorkChoices - What it means for Young Workers Presentations and school resources Government submissions Catholic Social Teachings on Work 2007 Federal Election Kit How to target and engage young people
Unemployment and Job Seekers Take action! GET INVOLVED in YCW services, resource development and representation for young people experiencing unemployment: Way Out get job ready Job Clubs provide support and training for young people seeking employment Homework centres for high school and TAFE students Computer classes for unemployed and underemployed migrant workers English classes for unemployed and underemployed migrant workers Centrelink advocacy Budgeting and money management workshops Submissions and petitions to government highlighting the reality of young people experiencing unemployment

	Casual Work The YCW is representing young workers through its report produced in 2001, "Don't Bother Coming In Today: Casual Work, Casual Nature" which interviewed over 1400 young casual worker and identified some of the pitfalls of being employed on a casual basis. We also made a submission as part of the Secure Employment Test Case, which was successful in the NSW Industrial Relations Commission to give casual workers the option of electing to be employed permanently after six months of employment.
Bring about change! GET INVOLVED in the YCW services and representation for casual workers! Casual Work Forums - explaining rights and responsibilities of casual workers Get Smart About Casual Work - school kit to be used by high school students, and information packages about work Lobbying government, employer groups and unions Find out what young people experience in casual work