Hosted by the Foyer Foundation in Sydney over two and a half days, the Foyer Advantage 2025 will bring together 300 people from across the Youth Foyer movement and beyond to imagine a world where youth homelessness no longer exists.
Join us in Sydney from 27 to 29 May to disrupt the cycle of youth homelessness.
40,000 young people are facing homelessness every day across the country. It’s never been tougher for a young person in Australia to find safe, stable, and affordable housing.
Youth Foyers are one crucial piece of the solution focussed on more than just housing. Through Advantaged Thinking, which focuses on a young person’s talents and potential with individualised coaching and support, Foyers are unlock thriving, independent futures. We’ve made significant progress so far – with 16 Accredited Youth Foyers across Australia, that will impact the lives of 12,000 young people over the next 10 years.
How do we continue to build on this momentum and disrupt the cycle of youth homelessness?
Designed and delivered in partnership with Youth Foyer residents, National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Housing Association (NATSIHA) and the Brotherhood of St Laurence, the Foyer Advantage 2025 is an opportunity to explore our outcomes to date, the changing policy context, challenge our thinking and reimagine the next 10 years of impact.
Here’s what you can expect👇
🎨 Art, stories & music created and curated by Foyer residents to centre young people’s voices and experiences in all that we do.
🧠 Practice wisdom and evidence from 16 Accredited Youth Foyers across Australia
💡 Disruptive ideas including how we might reimagine the future of home to create communities that solve youth homelessness together, the potential for First Nations-led Foyers, the role of cutting edge tech, and how shifting power towards young people can unlock their potential.
🤝 Radical collaboration drawing on the deep expertise and experience in the room to explore how we break down barriers across sectors, culture and politics to shape systems and structures that better serve all young people.
The whole thing will kick off with DISRUPT on 27 May at Machine Hall. This one-night festival filled with live music, entertainment and art all curated and created by young people will change the way we think about youth homelessness.
Whether you’re a Foyer resident, a current or prospective Foyer operator, community housing provider, advocate, policymaker, philanthropist, or investor, join us in Sydney from 27 to 29 May to disrupt the cycle of youth homelessness in Australia.
Here’s a sneak peek of the program (more speakers will be announced in lead up to May) 🔗
Ready to grab your ticket? Great decision.
The Foyer Advantage 2025 is open to anyone interested in working together to end youth homelessness in Australia OR keen to learn more about how the Foyer movement is helping young people to unlock thriving, independent futures.
We’re lucky to be supported and sponsored by these incredible organisations to deliver the Foyer Advantage 2025 forum.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Foyer Advantage 2025?
This two and a half day, in-person forum will offer a space for delegates from across the country to connect with youth residents, students and coaches, advocates and leaders committed to changing systems so they work better for all young people experiencing homelessness.
When and where will the 2025 Foyer Advantage be held?
The Conference will be held at the Doltone House, Darling Island in Pyrmont, Sydney from 28 to 29 May. The kick off festival will be held the night before the conference on 27 May from 6pm to 8.30pm at Machine Hall on Clarence Street, Sydney.
Who can I contact for more information?
Please reach out to [email protected] with the nature of your request in the subject line of your email and one of our friendly team will be happy to assist.
Who can attend the Foyer Advantage 2025?
We welcome anyone who wants to celebrate the stories, talent and creativity of young people who have experienced and overcome homelessness. You might be attending the Foyer Advantage 2025 conference, be connected to the Foyer movement in Australia or just be interested in coming along for one night – either way you are very welcome.
How much are tickets?
Please refer to eventbrite for the full breakdown of ticket types and pricing. There are a number of discounts and offers available to young people, Foyer Operators and NFPs. Tickets are available to purchase via the Eventbrite page here.
What is included in the ticket price?
The conference ticket price includes: Two full day access to all speakers, workshops and plenary sessions Full catering at the conference including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea on 28 and 29 May
Is there a one-day registration option?
There are Day One or Day Two tickets available for purchase separately for those who cannot attend both days.
Are there discounts available?
Yes, there will be a number of discounts available to both the Foyer Network and NFPs.
Please check the ticket prices listed here for specific rates.
We would love to see young people in attendance from every foyer so we have offered one free Foyer resident ticket to the Foyer Advantage 2025 and kick off festival per foyer. There are also reduced fee youth tickets available to the forum available at $350 + booking fee.
Young people involved in designing and running the conference attend with complimentary tickets.
What does the Foyer Advantage 2025 ticket price include?
The ticket price includes:
- Two full day access to all speakers, workshops and plenary sessions
- Full catering at the Foyer Advantage 2025 including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea on 28 and 29 May
- Tickets to the Youth Showcase are sold separately.
What inclusion and accessibility support is provided?
We are committed to access and inclusion for all people. All venues are wheelchair accessible, and will have designated quiet zones.
We will provide a full access key ahead of the event with a breakdown of the venue, accessibility support provided and who you can talk to for further information.
Is there preferred accommodation I can book?
Yes. Subject to availability, we have secured accommodation deals from three providers that range from $225 to $260 per night for Foyer Advantage 2025 delegates on a first-served basis. The three providers are:
- Ibis Darling Harbour
- Novotel Darling Harbour
- Oaks Goldsborough Suites
These codes & booking links will be emailed to you with your confirmation of ticket purchase email. These deals are valid only until Tuesday 25 March, 2025 so be sure to book your accommodation as soon as possible.