Melanie Hofman, our Aboriginal Student Support Youth Worker, describes how we support First Nations young people to connect with their cultural identity while achieving their education goals.
Connection to culture through ASPIRE
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Sarah’s story: A journey to work
Sarah shares her story of finding support – and a career she loves – through our employment program.
Our independent high schools improve the outcomes of young people experiencing disadvantage
Education and job readiness programs give students an important boost that can be a defining factor for employment.
Project-based learning on the land
As part of our project-based learning curriculum, young people experiencing disadvantage spend 10 weeks at Grace Springs Farm.
Tailored mental health support at Chapel School
We give students tailored mental health support to help them get through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bowen College: Providing education to influence positive decisions
Youth Off The Streets’ has seven independent and accredited high schools that provide education to young people experiencing disadvantage who have become disengaged from mainstream education. These young people may have left mainstream schooling for a number of...
Gemma’s Story: “I can’t wait to see what else I can achieve”
Once a student at Eden College, Gemma never thought she’d complete Year 10. Now, she’s financially independent and studying at TAFE.
Fostering empathy
A look back at the Senior and Teens Empathy Program that connects teenagers and seniors with the aim of building community and improving mental health.
Remote learning helps teens make positive lifestyle decisions during pandemic
The five-week online program at Dunlea Alcohol and other Drugs Youth Service reduces risk-taking behaviour for young people experiencing drug and alcohol dependency in this challenging time.
Isabel’s* story: “Last year was my best year ever!”
With the support of our youth workers and teachers at Chapel School, Isabel*, has turned her life around – in ways she didn’t expect.