02/06/2026
Our youth foyer residents have built connections, skills and confidence through leading a multi-day art project to transform their space.
The project grew out of our youth foyer team’s observation of how well residents responded to creative projects and a desire to create more meaningful artmaking opportunities for them.
With a grant from Yarra City Council and support from building owner Unison Housing, artists from It Stands Out worked alongside residents throughout April 2026 to design and deliver three canvas artworks and a large mural.
“People add meaning to their surroundings when they contribute to things displayed in their environment – it’s a visual representation of them in their space and reinforces their connection to it. It’s a chance to put your own stamp on something, mark a memory, and make it yours,” Seth from It Stands Out said.
The canvases have become ongoing artworks, open to new drawings. “People in the building, including staff, have added drawings that match the themes. It’s connected us, as everyone in the building has been involved in some way,” Resident Jai said. The mural features bold text that reads ‘KEEP IT MOVING’, a reminder to keep progressing and growing.
This project has given the foyer a vibrant boost and represents a shared achievement that reflects the creativity, collaboration, and individuality of the residents who made it possible.
