FAN is a youth homelessness organisation that has been providing support for over 40 years to young people aged 15-25 years who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. Along with mainstream clients FAN is the only organisation in Victoria who offers a specialised model of housing and support specifically to LGBTIQ young people. FAN also offers a suite of services to young LGBTIQ people including Eastern Diversity Group which is aa social support group (EDG) and Talking with Pride which is a family violence therapeutic group.
Michelle Thompson is the Manager of the Client Services Team at Family Access Network FAN. Michelle has worked in the Community Sector for over 25 years mainly working with young people and their families. Michelle has worked in a variety of settings including Alcohol and Other Drugs, Mental Health, Youth Homelessness, Family Services and Community Health. Michelle is a qualified Youth Worker and Counsellor. Michelle also teaches in Youth Work in the Tertiary Sector.
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Melbourne Inclusive Church boldly and proudly proclaims Christ’s equal love for all people regardless of their ability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, gender or culture. Melbourne Inclusive Church is a church plant of Encounter Missions International.