Craig and Danny's death in the Bali bombings in 2002 was the catalyst in identifying the lack of support and resources available for the youth. The complex has been designed by the youth and community, the Dunn Lewis Youth Development Foundation will be funding the trauma retreat and other Australian youth projects and activities.

We want a better world to evolve and the only way is
though teaching our youths about decisions

The multi trauma retreat and other specialised counseling, training courses evolved through personal experiences of young people local and intestate, identifying the lack of resources to help traumatised youth. It will be for all young people aged 5 – 25 years old Australia wide and will cover all areas of trauma from incidents to acts of terror. After the 2nd Bail bombings in 2005 many young people have returned to depression, fear and anger.

The retreat will focus on a combination of recreational activities that foster individual and group development in the understanding of bereavement and combined with sessions of individual and group counseling. These retreats offer a sanctuary for groups of young people from youth groups, schools and individuals from across Australia and will aim to provide a controlled therapeutic environment, incorporating a unique balance of recreational activities and guided therapy.

Teachers, friends and youth workers that accompany each group will also be given valuable insights and tools and how to take the coping mechanisms they have learnt back to their home towns. The Foundation will fund all expenses associated with the multi-trauma counseling, travel and accommodation.

Gayle Dunn, mother of Craig Dunn has started up this program.
To give youths of Australia the future, her son never got to see

These programs and projects will build community capacity and empower young people, fostering a sense of belonging and a community culture of mutual respect. Providing for all youth to meet their ever changing needs where they feel comfortable and nurture their talents. Along with facilities for youth to enhance their social, personal and vocational skills.

The Youth Programs will offer opportunities to all young people that help them lead better lives through awareness. This is a unique and challenging project that has inspired thousands of people to work together in making tomorrow's future better by helping provide a better life for today's children. Assisting young Australians and providing them with much needed direction for their future .... Helping Tomorrow's Adults become today's Youths. Our Mission is to provide access to services and create new opportunities for all youth to live their best lives.