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Taldumande Youth Services

Published on: October 2022

Record: HANSARD-1323879322-128106

Taldumande Youth Services

Ms FELICITY WILSON (North Shore) (15:58:21):

I acknowledge Taldumande Youth Services, a not‑for‑profit organisation based in my electorate of North Shore that provides support services to young people from all across Sydney, particularly northern Sydney, who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness. I recently had the pleasure of once again joining them at their annual dinner that is held to raise funds to go towards helping care for vulnerable and homeless young people and their families, and raising awareness of the ongoing socio‑economic problems that we face as a community. The services that Taldumande provides are critical in ensuring that young people in our community who are experiencing difficulties are protected, provided with guidance and cared for. The past two years have been extremely challenging for our young people, and Taldumande has been vital in ensuring that help is provided where needed. Taldumande has been providing services for over five decades. This year alone it has assisted more than 1,000 young people and their families. I congratulate Taldumande on a fantastic night of fundraising. I thank CEO Lisa Graham, the chair, Virginia Howard, and all of the people who support it, particularly the service providers. I thank the team for their hard work and dedication on the night and for all of their services.