Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CaLD) Youth Engagement Pilot
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Department of Communities (WA) is seeking a provider to deliver the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CaLD) Youth Engagement Pilot, offering culturally safe, community-based social and recreational activities for CaLD young people at risk of entering the justice system. About The pilot originates from the African Youth Justice Engagement 2025-2026 election commitment and reflects the Western Australian Government's commitment to strengthening prevention and early intervention responses for young people at risk of entering the justice system. Objectives Strengthening young people's wellbeing, social inclusion and community connection Strengthening protective factors associated with positive long-term outcomes Reducing justice system involvement among CaLD young people Scope The scope includes: Provision of culturally safe, community-based social and recreational activities for CaLD young people aged 10 to 17 years who are at risk of entering the justice system, with particular focus on young people of African descent Tender Briefing An online briefing session will be held for this opportunity. Date: 22 October 2026 Time: 1:30 PM Format: Virtual briefing Organisations must confirm their attendance no later than 12:00 midday on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 by contacting Denise Shedley, Senior Procurement Officer, at denise.shedley@communities.wa.gov.au. A meeting link will be provided. Enquiries Contact: Denise Shedley Email: denise.shedley@communities.wa.gov.au
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