Social Cohesion Measures – Part A: National Initiative (Youth Component)

Overview

The Australian Government is inviting organisations via a restricted process to apply to deliver services under the Social Cohesion Measures – Part A: National Initiative (Youth Component) from 2023–24 to 2024–25. The Government announced initiatives to address the social cohesion impacts on Australian communities affected by the ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict. The announcement included a $25 million commitment to support Australian Palestinian, Muslim, and other communities who have been affected by the conflict. It contributes to the achievement of Program 2.5 - Multicultural Affairs and Citizenship Program within Outcome 2 of the Department of Home Affairs’ Portfolio Budget Statement. The purpose and objective of the grant opportunity is to support youth programs provided by established organisations who have a working relationship with the relevant community. The intended outcomes of the grant activity are to: Improve social cohesion and sense of belonging of youth from Australian Palestinian, Muslim and other affected communities. Support organisations to prevent further isolation of vulnerable youth due to the effects of the ongoing conflict.