KYTT Expands
Welcoming Jye & Strengthening Our Impact for Young People
The Karinya Youth Transitional Tenancy (KYTT) Program is growing, creating more opportunities for young people to access safe, affordable housing and life-changing support on their path to independence. Since its launch in August 2023, KYTT has provided stability and support to young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
A Growing Team to Meet Demand
To continue delivering high-quality, individualised support, we're excited to welcome our newest Case Manager, Jye! With extensive experience working alongside young people, Jye brings both expertise and a deep commitment to empowering young people to build stability and independence. His addition strengthens our ability to meet the high demand for KYTT's services, ensuring that every participant receives the tailored support they need.
Meet the KYTT Team: Dedicated to Making a Difference
Our KYTT team is driven by passion, expertise, and a shared commitment to transforming young lives:
🔹 Courtney, Senior Case Manager
"We cannot always build a future for our youth, but we can always build our youth for the future."
Every day presents an opportunity to positively impact young people's lives, supporting them through various challenges and milestones. The sense of purpose derived from working with youth is truly remarkable, as I witness the resilience and growth of the youth I work with. It's gratifying to contribute to their journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and personal development. The unique blend of challenges and joys in this role keeps me motivated.
With over 15 years of experience, Courtney is a strong advocate for young people, ensuring they have the resources, guidance, and opportunities to build a stable future. She specialises in trauma-informed practice, crisis intervention, and case management. Her work in youth justice, mental health, and housing services has been instrumental in reducing reoffending rates and increasing stability for young people facing significant challenges. Courtney's expertise and leadership have been instrumental in shaping KYTT into a high-impact program.
🔹 Jye, Case Manager
"Do the things that make you happy."
I started working with young people as I w anted to support them to help them figure out who they are and what they want to do, during complex and difficult times of their lives.
A specialist in youth housing and social services, Jye brings compassion, insight, and hands-on experience to the KYTT team. His background in supporting at-risk youth, crisis response, and justice reintegration makes him a critical asset.
🔹 Mohana, Living & Life Skills Educator
"We rise by lifting others."
Karinya gives me the opportunity to make a direct and tangible impact on young people's lives. Helping shape and guide young minds can be incredibly rewarding – I love what I do!
Mohana teaches practical skills like budgeting, cooking, and tenancy management, empowering young people with the tools to live independently and sustain housing.
🔹 Arlene, KYTT Tenancy Manager
"If you can't fly, then run; if you can't run, then walk; if you can't walk, then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward."
I was seeking a career shift that offered both personal fulfilment and the chance to make a real impact. Working at Karinya aligns with those goals by providing an opportunity to support and assist young people in need, which can be rewarding.
Supporting a team that helps young people with accommodation needs is meaningful. Knowing that your efforts contribute to something greater is a good feeling.
Arlene plays a vital role in ensuring young people understand how to maintain their tenancy and develop the skills necessary for long-term stability. She is outgoing and proactive, supporting young people and the case management team in achieving sustainable housing outcomes.
KYTT's Impact: Transforming Lives Through Housing & Support
Funded by the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF), KYTT launched as a three-year pilot with 12 young people. Within a year, demand skyrocketed, and the program expanded to support 20 participants.
✅ 100% occupancy—every available unit is filled
✅ 95% of participants engaged in education or employment
✅ Three young people successfully transitioned into long-term, stable housing
✅ Two young people moved from out-of-home care into independent living
✅ Three youth justice clients completed their orders—with zero reoffending
Despite these successes, demand far exceeds capacity, with over 40 young people on our waitlist. Reports such as Nowhere Else to Go: Young People’s Views on HomelessnessVoices-Project-Nowhere-…, Somewhere Safe to Go: Young People’s Experiences of Leaving Detention2025-03-03-Youth-Voices…, and Listen: This is My VoiceListen_Report_2023_004-… highlight how youth homelessness is deeply connected to justice system involvement, reinforcing the urgent need for expanded transitional housing.
References
Commissioner for Children and Young People (Tas). (2024). Nowhere Else to Go: Young People’s Views on Homelessness. Retrieved from Voices-Project-Nowhere-…
Commissioner for Children and Young People (Tas). (2025). Somewhere Safe to Go: Young People’s Experiences of Leaving Detention. Retrieved from 2025-03-03-Youth-Voices…
Commissioner for Children and Young People (Tas). (2023). Listen: This is My Voice. Retrieved from Listen_Report_2023_004-…
The Call to Action
🔹 Expand KYTT's capacity to provide housing and wraparound support for more young people.
🔹 Advocate for policy reforms that prioritise youth housing, post-detention support, and trauma-informed care.
🔹 Secure additional funding to sustain and grow programs that give young people the best chance to thrive.
KYTT is more than a housing program—it's a life-changing intervention that prevents homelessness and reduces reoffending. These reports confirm what we already know: when young people have somewhere safe to go, they build a future filled with opportunity, stability, and success.
Acknowledging Our Supporters: A Collective Effort
KYTT's success wouldn't be possible without our incredible funding and community partners, including:
🏡 Homes Tasmania
🏡 Community Housing Limited
🏡 Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF)
🏡 Givit
🏡 WD Booth Trust
🏡 Kinetic
🏡 Street Smart
🏡 The Launceston Community
🏡 The Rob Fairs Foundation
🏡 Zephyr Education
🏡 The Tasmanian Gas Pipeline
🏡 Ruddicks Chartered Accountants
Join Us in Expanding KYTT
Every young person deserves a safe home and the opportunity to thrive. As we move forward with evaluation and expansion, we invite:
💡 Community members, businesses, and organisations to support KYTT through funding, partnerships, or advocacy.
📢 Let’s ensure no young person is left behind. Join us in expanding KYTT and creating real change!
💬 Stay tuned for updates as KYTT continues to grow and change lives!
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