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<h2>We're here to help</h2>
<p>The St Vincent de Paul Society offers over 200 services across Australia that help people in need. For more information on the services provided in your state or territory click the link opposite or contact our assistance line:</p>
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<p>Get involved with thousands of youths and young adults around Australia who are making a real difference through Vinnies Youth.</p>

Get involved with youth and young adults around Australia to make a difference and fight for a more just and compassionate society with Vinnies Youth.

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<h2>You can make a difference</h2>
<p>The St Vincent de Paul Society started when 20-year-old Frederic Ozanam walked through the poorer areas of Paris on his way to university lectures. He decided to do something about it and make a difference in the lives of people in his community.</p>
<p>Today, Vinnies Youth brings together young people, youth and young adults to continue this legacy and the fight for a more just and compassionate society right across Australia.</p>

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<h2>Get involved with Vinnies</h2>
<p>From primary school through high school, university and beyond, the Society offers young people the opportunity to volunteer, learn and lead while making a difference in their community.</p>
<p>By getting involved, you’ll be joining hundreds of school and youth groups across Australia working alongside Vinnies to grow the next generation of social justice advocates.</p>
<p>You’ll also be supporting the direct work Vinnies does every day to help people in our community who need it most.</p>
<p>So, what are you waiting for? Get involved today!</p>
<h2>Join Vinnies Youth</h2>
<p>Are you aged between 16 and 35 and want to join St Vincent de Paul Society? Or are you a young person looking for opportunities to volunteer or gain work experience?</p>
<p>Vinnies Youth is for you.</p>
<p>As a volunteer or member with Vinnies Youth, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to your local community, state initiatives and national programs, including:</p>

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<p>You can also join a youth or <a href="/get-involved/become-a-member/membership-and-conferences" title="Membership and conferences">traditional conference</a> – a group of vibrant, talented and committed people who meet regularly to plan activities, reflect on social justice issues, pray and support each other through their work.</p>
<p>You and your friends can make a real and lasting difference in the lives of people who are disadvantaged, marginalised or living in poverty, simply by finding out more. </p>
<p>Many young Vinnies volunteers and members have used their skills learnt as part of Vinnies to help them go on and forge successful careers. </p>

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