Building Community, One Story at a Time:
Welcome to our Blog
Welcome to our Blog
At Bridge It we’re a community. Rooted in values of fun, safety, aspiration, connection, and community, this blog is a space where we share the stories, voices, and ideas that drive our mission: providing safe homes, holistic support, and vibrant opportunities for young women and gender-diverse people exiting homelessness or out-of-home care.
Together, we’re building a more inclusive and hopeful future — one story at a time.
May 2025
Salvation Army, Upton Road Youth Services × Bridge It
Meet Our Collaborators Supporting young people impacted by homelessness takes more than one person or even one team — a whole army is needed! Youth services are multifaceted, and guidance for our young residents takes a holistic approach to meet all areas of their lives and futures. The unique set of skills that the team from Upton Road Youth Services brings to [...]
Carla Raynes – Victoria Mother of the Year 2025
There’s a moment, if you sit long enough with Carla Raynes, when you realise she’s not just running a youth housing program. She’s reimagining the youth homelessness system and at its heart, what it means to feel safe, seen and genuinely cared for. Named this year's YMCA Victorian Mother of the Year, Carla is the founder of Bridge It, which runs [...]