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The Foundry by SYC

Located at 46 Carrington St (Adelaide, 5000). Come and visit us Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.

The Foundry is our purpose-built hub for young people to find and seize the opportunities they need to build lasting independence. The Foundry provides a central location for young people to connect with SYC's experienced staff and services, including:
- HomelessConnect SA
- RentRight SA - Youth Tenancy Advisors
- NDIS Programs and Individual Support
- Youth Justice Programs
- Training and Educ

ation Activities
- Employment Support

For more information visit our website: www.syc.net.au/the-foundry/ or contact us: 8405 8540

02/06/2026

Last week, we supported Wear It Yellow Day at The Foundry. This initiative, held during National Reconciliation Week, is all about celebrating First Nations culture, raising awareness, and supporting programs that help First Nations children, families and communities thrive.

Join us in supporting this incredible initiative by donating here: https://wearityellow.org.au/quyen-hoang

18/05/2026

Yesterday was IDAHOBIT, the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex Discrimination and Transphobia.

Held annually on 17 May, IDAHOBIT marks the date the World Health Organisation removed homosexuality from the International Classification of Diseases in 1990, an important moment in the fight for equality and inclusion. Prior to this, homosexuality was classified globally as a mental illness.

At SYC, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and able to be themselves.

Last week, our team came together to recognise the day through conversations centred around inclusion, belonging and allyship.

To learn more, visit: https://www.idahobit.org.au/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=23706232536&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23706232536&gbraid=0AAAAA-9ISK1gKOYVrOEkhHTPlMaj7uv6O&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9rTzsNnBlAMVLpFLBR2jETDeEAAYASAAEgIZnfD_BwE

11/05/2026

0. That’s how many rental properties in South Australia are affordable for a young person on Youth Allowance, as reported by Believe Housing Australia's latest Rental Affordability Snapshot.

At The Foundry, we see what this means in real life. Young people who are studying, working, or actively trying to get on their feet, but simply can’t access the private rental market. Without options, many are facing housing stress or are at risk of experiencing homelessness.

As the state’s only youth-specific drop-in hub, we support young people to navigate these challenges every day, connecting them with advice, support and pathways forward.

But the reality is, support alone isn’t enough when there are no affordable homes to access.
Young people need to be part of the solution. That means targeted housing strategies, investment, and a system that recognises their needs.

Because everyone deserves a safe place to land and a fair chance to move forward.

Read the full report here: https://believehousing.org.au/

15/04/2026

Today is Youth Homelessness Matters Day. A national day to raise awareness about child and youth homelessness.

Today Deja Brew Specialty Coffee – Precinct Café , a café local to us, are getting involved by using YHMD-branded coffee cup sleeves for the day and creating awareness. This is a simple but impactful way to help share a unified message across South Australia and engage the broader community.

Thank you to the team at Deja Brew Specialty Coffee – Precinct Café for supporting this important cause! To learn more or share your support, visit https://www.yfoundations.org.au/yhmd/

13/04/2026

This Wednesday is Youth Homelessness Matters Day, a national day to raise awareness about child and youth homelessness.

At The Foundry, we are a drop-in hub that provides an individualised response to every young person. Our face-to-face services provide a range of material supports, including essential amenities such as laundry and shower facilities, access to fresh food and pantry items, and quiet spaces to access computers and phones. We additionally provide in-house and external referrals to services, employment support and wellbeing activities.

In 2024–25, 42,763 children and young people aged under 25 years presented alone to homelessness services across Australia. Half were turned away because there simply wasn’t enough support available.

We want a safe place for every young Australian. To learn more or share your support, visit https://www.yfoundations.org.au/yhmd/

19/03/2026

Today is Close the Gap Day.

A time to recognise and support better health, wellbeing and equity outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

At The Foundry, we came together to recognise the day through shared conversations and hands-on activities to learn, reflect and connect.

16/03/2026

"I love that I get to spend every day connecting, creating and innovating with all the young people that walk through our doors."

Lucy is the Team Leader of The Foundry by SYC, our youth skills hub in the Adelaide CBD. Since opening in 2021, The Foundry has been a place where young people can access support, build skills and take steps toward independence. From essential services to wellbeing and employment programs, the hub meets young people where they’re at and helps them navigate life’s challenges.

For Lucy, it’s the relationships that make the work so meaningful. Over nearly eight years at SYC, she has helped create opportunities for people to grow, showcase their skills and build confidence.

Read more about Lucy and how the Foundry supports young people every day: https://www.syc.net.au/news/meet-lucy-the-foundry-team-leader

15/12/2025

Please note that there will be no OzHarvest on Thursday, 18 December, due to The Foundry closing at 12:00 pm.

26/11/2025

Youth homelessness support services say the pandemic and an associated surge in real estate prices have made it even harder to secure accommodation.

02/10/2025

At our 2025 SALA exhibition, The Foundry After Dark, one of our featured artists, Tay, met Shona Reid, the Guardian for Children and Young People. During the event, Tay generously shared her story and spoke about her journey with art:

"My name is Tay. I've lived in Adelaide all my life. I'm 24 years old.

"From the age of 1 to 18 years old, I've had lived experience. I also have a disability.

"My whole life is about exclusive art and creating art about my life and what I've been through.

"In 2022 I produced my business on social media and in 2023 I was on the news talking about my art work.

"I like telling my story by characters.

"I do a lot of drawings and stories based on supporting everyone in every community"

Thank you, Tay, for sharing your experiences and creativity with us as part of SALA 2025.

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46 Carrington Street
Adelaide, SA
5000

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.syc.net.au/the-foundry/

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