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Youth & Mini Vinnies NT

Youth & Mini Vinnies NT

Youth & Mini Vinnies NT is a rewarding experience. Our staff support the learning and growing of young teams to get involved in supporting the mission and vision of the Society to make a real difference in the lives of others. 

Vinnies Youth and Mini Vinnies

Vinnies was born thanks to a young student (Blessed Frédéric Ozanam) who would walk through the poorer suburbs of his community on his way to university lectures each day. The poverty he came across on his travels inspired him to be the change, make a difference and help who he could.

Today, Vinnies works across Australia to continue this legacy…

Vinnies Youth are doing works all across the country to create a more just and compassionate society, from running kids days out and homework clubs, to soup vans, fundraising events, and social justice campaigns.

Mini Vinnies are working with Teachers to learn about social justice with practical applications alongside NT education curriculum and key dates in the school calendar.

Vinnies NT invites local groups to meet regularly to create and run initiatives that meet the needs in local communities. Whether it’s a primary school, high school, university or community group, Vinnies groups (known as Conferences), are making change everywhere.

You can also volunteer at our shops or one of our Vinnies Services.

Members and Volunteers are the heart and soul of Vinnies, you’re sure to find some friends for life too!

2025 KEY DATES

Involve your school

Get your school involved with the St Vincent de Paul Society and support your local community.
Our school initiatives are run by state and territory offices. See below for your local contact details.

Support your school and local communities

The St Vincent de Paul Society offers opportunities for teachers and students to support their school community, help local people and engage in the Vincentian way of living.

Our programs encourage school communities to live their faith through action through:

  • Education and awareness
  • Formation and reflection
  • Community service and fundraising.

Contact Vinnies NT Youth Program Coordinator

Sam Hendry - Hours Part-time: Monday, Tuesday and every second Wednesday 8-4.

0419764206

sam.hendry@svdpnt.org.au

Mini Vinnies for primary schools

Mini Vinnies empowers primary school students to become advocates within their school and local community by putting their values into action.

Teachers and students meet regularly to learn about social justice issues, develop leadership skills and engage with the wider Vinnies community.

Mini Vinnies programs are available for primary school groups from grade 3 to 6.

Secondary school conferences

Secondary School Conferences empower students to recognise, reflect and respond to causes of human injustice through advocacy and action in their local communities.

They meet regularly to explore ways of achieving a more just and compassionate society, develop leadership skills and engage with the wider St Vincent de Paul Society.

Secondary School Conferences and projects are offered to middle school and senior years.

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