Engadine District Youth Service

About us

EDYS is a dynamic and creative and a space for young people aged 12 – 18 years to gather, socialise and express themselves and explore possibilities. We are an alcohol and drug free youth centre, where you have access to experienced youth professionals who foster relationships, encourage development, and promote independence. Oh yeah, and did we mention we have free Wi-Fi?

What we do
There is so much to do at EDYS! From our social space, café and music/multimedia facilities, through to our group programs, holiday experiences or locally run & supported events, the place is a hive of activity!

Who we help
• Young people aged 12 – 18 years
• Parents, carers or families of young people

Our Amazing Team
We have some amazing members of our team who genuinely want to help, and do everything they can to create an environment where you can grow!

	Nathan is passionate about Life, people, philosophy and entertainment. He brings all of these passions together to create an energetic and electric vibe when he’s in the building. He is an award-winning artist and music producer with a wealth of industry knowledge. If you haven’t had a chance to sit and talk with him yet, beware he will expand your ‘imagi-nathan’
	Pablo is a vaporwave listening, two-wheel riding, sarcastic, tattoo displaying, free thinking, 30-something year old who got into youth work in 2010. He works from a strengths based perspective to plant seeds for young people to think for themselves, go against the status quo, foster positivity & connection to your world, have the best human experience ever and pass all the good things along to the next generation.
	Irena is a youth and family worker at EDYS, and is inspired by her passion to make a difference to the lives of young people and families. She is curious to understand each person as an individual, and this curiosity paves the way for working together to help bring out your inner strengths and tap into your resilience. In her spare time, Irena practices mindfulness, loves writing and working on creative projects, and adores spending time with pets and loved ones.
	You may see Amber hanging around as she runs the Love Bites program in high schools all across the Shire, but chooses to make EDYS her home base. She is all about good coffee, good food and good convos. Give her something to organise, put on some old school r’n’b and she’s in her element. She’s got a knack for being positive, seeing young people for who they really are and encouraging them to use their gifts and talents to make a difference for themselves and the world around them.
	Kim is the Centre Manager at EDYS. She has been supporting young people through her work for over 15 years. Kim is a great listener, loves hearing new ideas, having good conversations, and making things happen. She has a passion for yoga and mindfulness, learning, creating connections and focussing on strengths and change. You’ll see her around EDYS and doing things behind the scenes to support the team, programs and centre – pop in anytime and say Hi!

Parent Info
We are glad you want to know more about us, and hope that together, we can support your teen to grow into an amazing resilient, self sufficient adult that knows their talents and the uniqueness and brilliance they bring to the world.

We have a special section on our website just for parents – which gives you more info about not only who we are and what we do, but how and why we do it. We’re here not just for your kids, but you as well. Get in touch and let us help you on the toughest job you’ll ever do – parent a teen!

Latest

Virtual Movement Challenge

Join our Virtual Movement Challenge these April School Holidays! By signing up for our Challenge, you choose your activity.. We're asking you to commit to at least 15-30 minutes of exercise or movement every day during the 2 week Challenge period, but HOW you do that is up to you!
EDYS take programs online to reach young people at home

EDYS is taking many of their current youth support programs online, reaching many Shire young people who are currently at home due to COVID-19 social restrictions. We're reaching out with a varied program including creative and art projects, mindfulness, and music tutorials., delivered via EDYS TV, Social Media & Zoom.. Check out what we're doing here...
Supported Playgroup: Online Storytime

Join our Supported Playgroup Online Storytime each Monday during school terms from 11am. Email [email protected] to complete a Playgroup Enrolment form if you're joining for the first time. Once the form is received, you'll be sent the link to join.
Join our Virtual Movement Challenge to help SSFS help local families impacted by domestic violence

Sutherland Shire Family Services have today launched a Virtual Movement Challenge fundraiser, helping local families stay motivated to remain active and healthy while we self-isolate or social distance in these times of COVID-19. By participating in the Challenge, our Community can help us, as we raise funds to continue the work we do in supporting local families impacted by domestic violence.

National Domestic Violence issue in the news - but locally, what can we do?

Here in the Sutherland Shire, we see hundreds of “Hannah’s” each year – women who are living an unimaginable nightmare, experiencing many forms of domestic violence, trying to leave their violent partners, who fear for their and their children’s lives. Women who come to us for help.
Djanaba director Jann celebrates 30 years service

Today we celebrated, Jann Griffiths, our Djanaba Occasional Care Centre Director for her 30 years of service to SSFS, with a team morning tea. This was a wonderful opportunity to thank Jann for caring for and brightening the lives of more than a thousand children during this time.
Accessibility
Closure of Djanaba Occasional Childcare Centre

It is with deep sadness and disappointment that we advise that Djanaba Occasional Childcare Centre will close indefinitely, effective from Close of Business today, Thursday the 26th March 2020.
Virtual Movement Fundraiser

DO IT ALONE, SO THEY DON'T HAVE TO.. Join our Virtual Movement Fundraiser this April School Holidays to help us raise money for support services for families in the Shire impacted by domestic violence. While we're all stuck inside, this is a great way to commit to some movement and exercise, while raising some money for a worthwhile local charity.
Join our Virtual Movement Challenge to help SSFS help local families impacted by domestic violence

Sutherland Shire Family Services have today launched a Virtual Movement Challenge fundraiser, helping local families stay motivated to remain active and healthy while we self-isolate or social distance in these times of COVID-19. By participating in the Challenge, our Community can help us, as we raise funds to continue the work we do in supporting local families impacted by domestic violence.
COVID-19 Virus Update - Services Unaffected at SSFS

With the World Health Organisation this week categorising COVID-19 as a Global Pandemic.. As at today's date (Friday 13th March), there are no interruptions to SSFS programs or services. We are reviewing the situation daily and following Government about service cancellation. We have taken heightened precautions around hygeine and cleanliness, and are encouraging all staff and clients to do the same.
International Women's Day 2020 - #EachforEqual

International Women's Day is on this Sunday, 8th March, 2020.. This day is to help forge a gender equal world. Celebrating women's achievements and increasing visibility, while calling out inequality, is key.
EDYS take programs online to reach young people at home

EDYS is taking many of their current youth support programs online, reaching many Shire young people who are currently at home due to COVID-19 social restrictions. We're reaching out with a varied program including creative and art projects, mindfulness, and music tutorials., delivered via EDYS TV, Social Media & Zoom.. Check out what we're doing here...
Rachel Roberts - SSWDVCAS Acting Co-ordinator

Rachel Roberts is proud Bundjalung and Worimi woman, who is currently leading our Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service, who provide support to women referred by Police who are going through Sutherland Court for an ADVO matter, work with women on safety plans, manage high risk cases, as well as general referral and advocacy work.