Around the world: in Australia (Queensland)

Scripture Union Queensland (RTO 30548) delivers nationally-recognised training in Youth Work. Our programs have been developed in line with industry standards with a particular focus on developing a Christian framework for the practice of youth work in community, schools, youth organisations and churches.  More than youth work training, our courses are an opportunity to engage in a journey of personal and spiritual development.

In our increasingly globalised world where the average Australian is just as likely to be born overseas and speak a language other than English, loving one’s neighbour has never been so important.

To effectively achieve this, SU QLD, in partnership with Scripture Union Australia, launched Cross Cultural Innovations in 2018 to help equip, train and resource chaplains, youth workers and others to work effectively across cultures while meeting the social, emotional and spiritual needs of children and young people from all communities in a way that is both effective and respectful of their worldview and life experience.

SU QLD chaplains, or 'chappies', provide social, emotional and spiritual support to school communities. They are in the prevention and support business: helping students find a better way to deal with issues ranging from family breakdown and loneliness, to drug abuse, depression and anxiety. They provide a listening ear and a caring presence for kids in crisis, and those who just need a friend. They also provide support for staff and parents in school communities.

SU QLD has placed more than 600 chappies in over 800 Queensland state primary and high schools. Right now, our chappies are serving over 400,000 Queensland students.