About FAN
Each year, over 40,000 young Australians under 25 experience homelessness.
What We Do
FAN provides:
- Safe, inclusive housing – Long-term and transitional
options, including LGBTIQA+ support - Therapeutic support – Creative arts therapy and trauma-informed care
- Skill development – Programs that build confidence and independence
- Resources – Tools for young people, children, and practitioners
- Research & innovation – Improving responses to youth homelessness
Who We Support
Young people aged 16–25, including:
- LGBTIQA+ youth
- Young parents and families
- Those escaping family violence or at risk of homelessness
FAN is more than a service — it’s a community. We aim to ensure every young person has the chance to thrive.
Funded through the Youth
Homelessness Action Plan 2
(YHAP2), this program helps
young people experiencing
homelessness access private
rental housing as a long-term
solution.
PiP supports LGBTIQA+ young
people (15–25) who are
experiencing or at risk of
homelessness, offering safe,
inclusive support tailored to
their needs.
CAT offers free, inclusive
therapy through art for
LGBTIQA+ and young
pregnant/parenting people
affected by family violence,
providing a safe space for
healing and self-expression.
Homeless Support Services
FAN provides client-focused support for young people who are homeless or at risk, helping them find stability and housing.
Private Rental Brokerage Progam
Funded through the Youth Homelessness Action Plan 2 (YHAP2), this program helps young people experiencing homelessness access private rental housing as a long-term solution.
Pride in Place (PIP) Progam
PiP supports LGBTIQA+ young people (15–25) who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, offering safe, inclusive support tailored to their needs.
Creative Arts Therapy (CAT) Progam
CAT offers free, inclusive therapy through art for LGBTIQA+ and young pregnant/parenting people affected by family violence, providing a safe space for healing and self-expression.