Les Twentyman OAM

Youth outreach worker | Founder of Les Twentyman Foundation | Author 25 Years Life on Streets & Mouth that ROARED | Victorian of the Year 2006

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Receiving texts like these makes our hearts full and reinforces the fact that amongst the challenges comes the triumphs.

Each success story is a testament to the unwavering commitment of our dedicated team. 🧡

#TestimonialTuesday #SupportingYouth

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Congratulations to our Braybrook 96ers for their outstanding performance in the Grand Final Showdown! 🏀🏆

We are immensely proud of each player for their hard work, teamwork, resilience, and support shown towards one another throughout the season. 🤝

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Young people in Sydney and Melbourne who leave school early and seek work are facing various issues like insufficient pay and unfair treatment at work, have been identified. 😔 🎓💼

Read more: https://t.co/gbNyzw0BTy

#HelpingYoungPeople #WorkingTogether #Youth #SupportingYouth

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Beyond the thrill of playing team sports, We prioritize personal growth, building confidence, fostering teamwork, acceptance, and leadership skills amongst our players. ⛹️‍♀️⛹️

For more information or to learn how to sign up for the team, visit https://t.co/d2blSTELI2

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Your contributions are genuinely life-changing, and we want you to know the profound impact you make on the lives of those we work with, and we thank you. 🤗

#TestimonialTuesday #SupportingYouth #YoungPeople #MentalHealth

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

We're thrilled to share that dozens of our young people had the incredible opportunity to attend the F1 Australian Grand Prix 2024. 🏎️🌟

#AusGrandPrix2024 #SupportingYouth #MakingMemories #YouthEmpowerment

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

The Les Twentyman Foundation the Victorian governments commitment to increasing the age of criminal responsibility to 12 years by the end of this year and to 14 by the end of 2027.

Full article available: https://t.co/3cRVyvmyoZ

#YouthJusticeReform #VictorianGovernment

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

So proud of our 96ers, each week they show up and put in the work. They have now made it to the Grand Final. 🏀🤝

Give it your all and enjoy every moment on the court. You've got this! Go Braybrook 96ers! 🧡

#BasketballFinals #Braybrook96ers #Youth #Charity #Support

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Happy Cultural Diversity Week.

We have a small team with over 12 cultures amongst staff.

We had a staff lunch where we came together to share our unique stories and learn about each other’s diverse cultures. 🌍✨

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

As we reflect on the values of harmony, respect, and understanding, let's commit to building bridges, fostering connections, and creating a world where everyone feels valued and included.🧡

Find out more at https://t.co/MDsQmN83fg

#HarmonyWeek #EmbracingDiversity

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Your unwavering commitment makes us incredibly proud, and we extend our heartfelt wishes for success in your upcoming finals.

Remember, regardless of the outcomes, you are all winners in our eyes.

#Basketball #96ers #Finals #AchievingGoals #SupportingYouth #Charity

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Last financial year our Youth Support Service and Youth Outreach programs connected with 92 young people who were having their first interaction with the police. Over 80% of young people had no further contact with youth justice.👏

#SupportingYouth

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Luke received extensive one-on-one support with one of our Positive Futures In School Youth Workers and his parents have been astounded with the remarkable progress he has made. 💫

#TestimonialTuesday #SupportingYouth #YoungPeople #MentalHealth

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Your unwavering commitment makes us incredibly proud, and we extend our heartfelt wishes for success in your upcoming finals. 🏀

Remember, regardless of the outcomes, you are all winners in our eyes. 🧡

#Basketball #96ers #Finals #AchievingGoals #SupportingYouth #Charity

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Happy International Women's Day! 🌟 🌸

Together, we create a more inclusive and equitable world. 💪🌍

#IWD2024 #InspireInclusion #BreakTheBias #InternationalWomensDay

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

As the cost-of-living crisis continues in to 2024 economic and financial matters are on the minds of many young people, with food security in the last 12 months being a growing concern. 😞🧡

#CostOfLiving #YoungPeople #Youth #Affordability

https://t.co/wI1B6j847b

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

CEO Paul Burke and I were recently invited to provide first-hand detail of the financial struggles of families to the Senate Committee inquiring into ‘Cost of Living’ chaired by Senator Jane Hume. 🤝

https://t.co/XAvOnM07JN

#BackToSchool #CostOfLiving

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

The financial struggles we are currently seeing are truly devastating. I recently spoke of one mother who has been forced to sell her wedding ring to provide funds for her children’s education.🥲

https://t.co/A4OLNAFcHt

#BackToSchool #CostOfLiving #Education #BrighterFutures

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Our sincerest thanks to Intech3 and Mackillop College Werribee for generously donating laptops to students in need through our Back-to-School Program. 💻🧡

If you have laptops for youth in need please get in touch
#BackToSchool #Technology #YoungPeople

[Les Twentyman OAM @lestwentyman20]

Our Back to School program provides students with the educational resources they need for the school year, including textbooks and stationery: https://t.co/UNdPIgzN80