AYC's purpose is to empower young people to make positive choices for themselves. Auburn Youth Centre Inc. is an independent charitable organisation governed by a Board of Directors who are elected by AYC members. AYC was established in 1986. AYC provides counseling, social, educational and recreational services for young people aged 12 to 24 who have a connection with Auburn and surrounding suburbs. Through these programs, AYC aims to remove the barriers confronting young people. Particularly barriers associated with culture, language, education, economic disadvantage, established stereotypes and racism.