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Empowering young people on the path to recovery through connection to nature
The Outdoor Experience utilises a Bush Adventure Therapy to supports young people struggling with substance abuse and mental health. Learn how the program empowers participants to move forward on their journey to recovery.
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Hands-on help gets Steven back in school
Two years since engaging with Navigator, Steven is now attending school regularly and his confidence has grown to the point where he applied for casual work.
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Finding focus outside during Melbourne’s lockdowns
COVID-19 forced many of our programs into remote or outdoor delivery. For Connexions, which supports young people with concurrent mental health and substance misuse problems, the time spent outside wasn’t just a way to get by – it allowed us to introduce a new way of working.
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A safe place to be vulnerable leads Lucy to job-ready confidence
The Jobs Victoria Advocates Program provides the tailored support, information and referrals needed to connect jobseekers with employment. Jesuit Social Services started delivering the program in Melbourne in early 2021 and has since supported more than 600 job-seekers
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Support After Suicide helps Emma navigate parenting while grieving
When Emma walked out of her first counselling session with Support After Suicide counsellor Greg, it felt “like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders”.