Lions Youth Haven

The aim and vision of Lions Youth Haven is to support young people who are disengaged, at-risk or have additional learning needs and give them the training and confidence needed to achieve their goals in life.

Agistment

Westwood Farm offers stables, private and shared paddocks, access to cross country riding trails, a training arena, jumping facilities, round yard, stables, riding out etc, it is a haven for horses and riders alike. All set on 500 acres.

Our objectives

Lions Youth Haven values the intrinsic worth and potential of every young person. We believe that through the nurture of their unique talents and the provision of student-centered education, based on the students individual learning style, every young person can overcome any limitations or struggles they may be facing and build a positive future for themselves.

Our Services

Lions Youth Haven
 
Lions Youth Haven
Lions Youth Haven was the vision of our founder Sel Westwood who convinced the ACT Government in 1988 that Lions could turn an abandoned farm on the Kambah Pool Road into a haven for youth at risk in our community.
Westwood Farm
 
Westwood Farm
Westwood Farm provides a refuge or haven for the at-risk youth in our communities through contracted service providers in education, job preparedness, accommodation and horticulture. This Lions Clubs Project is known as Lions Youth Haven Incorporated.
Westwood Lodge
 
Westwood Lodge
Westwood Lodge is situated on the 500 acre Westwood Farm and is designed to offer accommodation for school, sporting and other community groups in a rural environment. The lodge provides a genuine rural experience, yet it is only 15 minutes from the city centre.
Westwood Hall
 
Westwood Hall
Westwood Hall provides a place to gather with indoor and outdoor faciiities for sixty table seated people at very affordable rates
Agistment
 
Agistment
Set on 500 acres at Westwood Farm offers stables, private and shared paddocks, access to cross country riding trails, a training arena, jumping facilities, round yard, stables, riding out etc, it is a haven for horses and riders alike.