Open Doors Youth Service Inc.

11/06/2026

An incredible two days at the Health In Difference Conference 2026. It means so much when community comes together to connect, learn and spread some q***r joy!

26/05/2026

Today, on National Sorry Day, we acknowledge the strength, survival, and resistance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples — especially members of the Stolen Generations, whose lives, families, cultures, and identities were deeply impacted by colonisation and forced removal policies.

As a q***r community organisation, ODYS also recognises the importance of identity, belonging, family, and the right to live safely and authentically. These are rights that were denied to First Nations peoples for generations and continue to be challenged today.

We stand in solidarity with First Nations LGBTQIASB+ communities, including Brotherboys, Sistergirls, and all q***r Blak mob whose leadership, storytelling, and care continue to shape stronger communities for all of us.

National Sorry Day is not only about reflection — it is a call to listen, learn, and take action toward truth-telling, justice, and healing. This year’s theme, From Sorry to Action, reminds us that acknowledgement must be matched with meaningful action — through advocacy, allyship, truth-telling, and ongoing commitment to justice for First Nations peoples and communities.

26/05/2026

🚨 We’re growing at ODYS! 🚨
Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of LGBTQIASB+ young people across Queensland?

At ODYS (Open Doors Youth Service), we’re building safer, more affirming futures for young people aged 12–24 — and we’re looking for passionate, values-driven people to join our team. 💜

We’re currently recruiting for a range of new roles across our services and programs. If you’re community-minded, youth-centred, and passionate about creating spaces where young people feel safe, celebrated, and supported, we’d love to hear from you.

18/05/2026

🌈 We’re proud to share that our very own Haydi from Open Doors Youth Service will be presenting at the Pride in Families Forum this June as part of Pride Month.
The Pride in Families Forum brings together family lawyers, mediators, DFV specialists, child protection practitioners, family support workers, legal professionals and community services for a day of networking, learning and practice development focused on LGBTQIASB+ experiences in family systems.
Haydi brings over a decade of experience supporting LGBTQIASB+ young people through crisis intervention, mental health, su***de prevention, alcohol and drug recovery, and domestic, family and sexual violence support. Her work is grounded in lived experience, early intervention and supporting young people to build healthier relationships with family and community.
Importantly, all presenters are members of the LGBTQIASB+ community and experts in their field, sharing both professional insight and lived experience of navigating these systems.
If you work in legal, family, DFV or community sectors, this is an important opportunity to deepen your understanding and strengthen affirming practice for LGBTQIASB+ people and families.
🔗 Register via the link below or in our link in bio https://events.humanitix.com/the-pride-in-families-forum

15/05/2026

We’re honoured to be nominated in the 2026 Queens Ball Awards — Australia’s longest-running LGBTQIA+ event celebrating the trailblazers, change-makers, and community legends that make our rainbow family shine! 🌈✨

Swipe to see all the incredible nominations and huge thanks to the community for putting our name forward.

💖 Nominations:
🏆 Open Doors Youth Service – Community Support Group of the Year
🎉 Sparkle Saloon – Event of the Year
🎨 ODYS Young People and Gerwyn Davies - Artist of the Year
🌈 Zoey Graham – Ally of the Year
✊ Henny Spaghetti – Activist of the Year

Special shoutout to the one and only Henny Spaghetti – whose “TIP @ VIP” event at Sporties raised almost $11,000 to support our services. We see you, we love you! 💅💸

🗳️ Voting is now open via the link in bio. Let’s celebrate our community loud and proud!

12/05/2026

🌈 COME HANG WITH US AT OUR COMMUNITY OPEN DAY 🌈
Looking for somewhere to chill, yarn, meet community and hang out? Come through to the Open Doors Logan Hub Community Open Day 💛
We’re opening the doors for an afternoon of good vibes, connection and community. Whether you want to meet new people, check out the space, learn about local supports or just come for a feed and a yarn — this day is for you.
✨ Food, music & activities
✨ Chill space to connect with community
✨ Meet local services from Logan, Brisbane & surrounds
✨ Learn more about supports for LGBTQIA+ Sistergirl & Brotherboy young people
✨ Hear about some exciting new ways we’re supporting community, including BLaQ OUT & PROUD 🖤💛❤️💙💚
With IDAHOBIT coming up this Sunday (17 May), we’ll also be taking some time to yarn about what the day means, why it matters, and how we can keep showing up for q***r and trans community together.
No pressure. No expectations. Just come as you are 💛
📍 Open Doors Youth Service Logan Hub
11 Vanessa Blvd, Springwood
LGBTQIA+ SB young people, Mob, allies, families, community and service providers welcome. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/community-open-day-blaq-out-launch-tickets-1988535049864?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

13/04/2026

10/04/2026

✨ REMINDER: Rainbow Roots is next week! ✨
Join us for Rainbow Roots, a Youth Week celebration for LGBTQIA+, Sistergirl and Brotherboy young people aged 12–25 💛
Come hang out, get creative and connect with community in a space where you can just be you 🌈
🎨 Art, music + creative workshops
🛍 Community stalls
🔥 Free BBQ
👜 Tote bag decorating + more
📍 Visible Ink Youth Hub
📅 Tuesday 14 April
⏰ 1PM – 5PM
It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s all about celebrating YOU.
Bring your friends—we’ll see you there 💫

02/04/2026

Quick Update from ODYS 💜
Just a heads up for the long weekend 🌈
Our Logan & Fortitude Valley Drop-In Sessions will not be running, and our Jellybeans Social Group will also not be on this Saturday.
Please note, our services will be closed on Friday and Monday.
While our spaces are taking a short pause, our care for you doesn’t stop 💛
We’ll be back soon — thank you for being part of our community 💜

01/04/2026

Art with impact 💜
For almost three years, Craig Graham—the artist behind Kind Hearts Cooran —has been quietly and consistently giving back to Open Doors Youth Service🌈
At Sunshine Coast Pride Fair Day, people were able to purchase his artwork by donating directly to Open Doors Youth Service… and in just one day, Craig helped raise almost $450. How incredible is that?! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈
This is what community looks like. Creativity, generosity, and showing up for young LGBTQIA+ people in such a real way.
If you’d like to check out Craig’s work, head to the link below and show some love 🎨
Kind Hearts Cooran
You can also catch him at Moreton Bay Pride, where he’ll be selling his artwork and continuing to raise funds for ODYS. Come say hi, support local, and be part of something meaningful ✨