Territory Families, Housing and Communities provides support services across child protection, domestic and family violence, youth justice services, housing, homelessness, social inclusion, sport and active recreation and celebrates arts, culture, heritage, libraries and archives. Find out more about us.
Website disruption
Following the change in government, the information on this website is being reviewed.
There will be some disruption on 19 November 2024 as we prepare for the new Department of Children and Families website.
What we are doing
Youth Justice Advisory Committee (YJAC) EOI open now
Are you passionate about shaping the future of youth justice in the Northern Territory?
Darwin welcomes Olympians and Paralympians home
This month, our Sport and Recreation team proudly hosted several Australian Olympians and Paralympians during their welcome Home Visit to Darwin.
NT Performing Arts Awards nominations closing soon
Nominations for the 2024 NT Performing Arts Awards close 20 October 2024.
Round table member advocates for youth mental health
Every year, members of the NT Youth Round Table receive the opportunity and resources to develop an action-based community project that services their local community.
Unleash your potential
Sports talent search touches down in the NT. Aspiring athletes in the Northern Territory can put their sporting skills to the test.
Overcoming youth homelessness in the Northern Territory
Youth homelessness in the Northern Territory (NT) is a critical issue, affecting young individuals aged 12 to 24 who lack stable housing.
The delivery and success of the remote housing program
When you’re hundreds of kilometres from the nearest major regional township, homelessness looks very different to other parts of the country.
2024 Men’s Places Grants awarded
The Northern Territory Government recognises the important role that men’s places play in improving men’s health and emotional wellbeing and forming community connections and support networks.
