Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation

Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation empowers young people to thrive beyond the impact of family mental illness.

At Kookaburra Kids, we are dedicated to supporting young people aged 8-18 who have a family member with a mental illness, a group almost 2.5 times more likely to experience mental-ill health, yet too often fall through the cracks of traditional clinical or school-based services. Our programs provide a safe, fun and supportive space where young people can learn about mental health, connect with others who understand their experiences, and develop vital tools to support positive mental health outcomes.

Kookaburra Kids delivers programs across three distinctive streams; weekend camps, activity days, and online connect sessions. Designed by mental health experts, these initiatives combine practical skills with fun, age-appropriate activities. They fill a critical gap in current youth mental health service delivery, with proven outcomes including increased mental health literacy, strengthened peer connections and enhanced help-seeking behaviour.

Nationally, at least one million young people are impacted by family mental illness. Currently, we can only reach a small fraction of those who need us. With increased reach, our programs can provide many more young people with the tools, knowledge, and connections they need to thrive.

Our mission is simple but essential: to scale our impact and break the cycle of intergenerational mental illness for more young people in need.

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