The Western Young People's Independent Network (WYPIN for short) is a group of young people of refugee and migrant backgrounds between 12-25 years of age living in the Western region of Melbourne.

WYPIN was established in 1989 by a group of young people who were interested in challenging racism in the community and to empower young people to develop programs and activities in line with their needs and aspirations. WYPIN's Committee of Management is made up of young people.

WYPIN continues to support young people to express and advocate what their needs are and serve as a voice for refugee young people in the Western region. WYPIN frequently speaks to local and federal ministers and participates and respond to community consultations.

Melbourne Citymission has been working across Melbourne and Victoria since 1854 and is today an organisation of over 80 programs and services, 800 staff and more than 300 volunteers. Every day, Melbourne Citymission works with some of Melbourne and Victoria's most vulnerable individuals, families and communities. Every week, we help thousands of people escape and avoid disadvantage, economic exclusion and social isolation.
 
Over the years Melbourne Citymission has adapted and evolved alongside the people we work with, always responding to the changing needs of the community.Our staff are dedicated professionals, with the expertise to deliver holistic, integrated services that make a powerful and sustainable difference to people's lives.

WYPIN is auspiced by Melbourne Citymission.