Turning lived experience into hope and opportunity

Sudanese-Australian Lost Boys and Girls of South Sudan Inc (SALBAGOSS INC) is a charity and public benevolence institution founded by the Lost Boys and Girls of South Sudan to support young people, families, and communities across Queensland to build confidence, connection, and pathways to a stronger futures.

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OUR PROGRAMS

SALBAGOSS Inc has been established as a charity to advance education, culture, and social welfare and relieve poverty by providing free homework support, teaching first language, and relief poverty.

ABOUT US

We were 26,000 unaccompanied minors who trekked thousands of kilometers to the Pignudo refugee camp in Ethiopia between 1987 and 1989. They were called ‘the lost boys of Sudan’ after Peter Pan’s band of orphans.

GET INVOLVED

You can get involved today by becoming a Volunteer. Sign up and you will be joining a group of change-makers, a network strong enough to impact positive change in the lives of children. You can donate to our cause.

Our Story

Experience transformed into community strength

Today, we are an Australian not-for-profit charity and public benevolent institution. We bring lived experience, cultural knowledge and trusted partnerships together to support young people, families and communities.

Rewarding hard work and good behaviours in school. Learning to conquer fears and master motor skills.

OUR MOTTO

HOPE IS EVERYTHING

Hope is everything—and hope grows when people walk alongside one another. It becomes stronger when we listen without judgement, offer encouragement during difficult times, and remind each other that no challenge must be faced alone. Hope is not simply wishing for a better future; it is the courage to take the next step, supported by people who believe in our potential. When families, communities and services work together, uncertainty can become possibility, setbacks can become opportunities for growth, and young people can begin to see a safer path forward. By standing together, we create the confidence, connection and support needed for lasting change.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP!

For people that need support of all sorts, we are a phone call away. Give us a call or email us.

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Support that meets people where they are

Connected programs. One stronger pathway.

Our work combines education, mentoring, family support, cultural connection and coordinated referrals—because lasting change rarely comes from one service alone.

Homework and Learning Support

Free, welcoming learning support that builds literacy, numeracy, confidence and engagement with school.

YOSSO 360

Youth Safe Steps to Opportunity combines mentoring, case coordination, family support and positive pathways. today.

Family & community connection

Practical support, cultural connection and community participation that help families and young people thrive.

homework club

Our Homework Club provides a welcoming and supportive environment where young people can strengthen their learning, complete homework and build confidence. Students receive individual guidance from staff and volunteers, access educational resources such as IXL, and develop positive study habits. We work closely with families to encourage regular participation and celebrate each student’s progress. More than academic support, Homework Club helps young people feel connected, capable and motivated to achieve their goals.dan.