A young person
Make 2026 the year you change lives
Apply to become a youth mentor
Raise is Australia’s leading one-to-one youth mentoring charity, connecting trained and trusted volunteer mentors with young people aged 13-16 across Australia.
We enable vital connection between young people and their mentor during this critical time, leading to long-term benefits for not only the young person, but their mentor, their school, workplaces and the wider community.
Youth mentoring changes lives for the better
|
Every young person benefits from having a trusted, independent adult they can talk to. The young people in our programs and our volunteer mentors both tell us about the life-changing, positive impacts our programs have on them. Our youth mentoring programs are available in schools and online. If your school doesn't offer the Raise program, you can apply for an online mentor today. |
|
Every young person benefits from having a trusted, independent adult they can talk to. The young people in our programs and our volunteer mentors both tell us about the life-changing, positive impacts our programs have on them. Our youth mentoring programs are available in schools and online. If your school doesn't offer the Raise program, you can apply for an online mentor today. |
You have the power to help young people survive and thrive in the teen years and beyond
Resources to help you support young people
-
Taking risks - why teenagers need them
Risk. For many parents, the word alone can trigger fear, worry, or an urgent desire to protect. But for young people, risk is an essential part of growing up. It’s how teenagers learn who they are, what they value, and how to navigate the world with confidence.
-
5 Ways to support young people as they return to school
For many families, the return to school is meant to bring structure, friendships and a sense of normality. But for a growing number of young people across Australia, going back to school feels overwhelming. Instead of excitement, it can bring anxiety, shutdowns, tears at the school gate, or a quiet refusal that’s hard to put into words. If this is happening in your home, you’re not doing anything wrong, and you’re not alone.
-
How to Build Your Teen’s Confidence
Teen years can be challenging—self-doubt, peer pressure, and the pressures of growing up can take a toll on a young person’s confidence. As a parent or caregiver, you play a vital role in helping your teen develop self-assurance and resilience.
-
Maggie Dent's top tips for supporting adolescents
Award winning author, educator, and speaker Maggie Dent shares her top tips for supporting adolescents.
News and stories
-
Mentoring changes lives in unexpected ways
There are as many stories about the benefits of mentoring as there are mentors – each story is unique. For retired lawyer Robert, his decision to make a difference in the life of a young person set him on the path to a new occupation – education.
-
Mentor spotlight: Why do people become part of the Raise Village?
Mark Oh works in the fast paced corporate world of SAS provision – delivering data, software and AI solutions. Despite his busy life, he has always been interested in giving back and in 2022 was looking for an opportunity to support young people.
-
Why mentoring works – for everyone
Raise youth mentoring changes lives and these transformations are powered by individuals from all walks and stages of life. One of these generous individuals is Robyn Hayes.
-
Upskilling while helping teens
As a psychology student, Mia was looking for ways to extend her training and gain further experience ‘in the field’. In the process of upskilling herself she has also positively influenced the lives of numerous young people.
Sign up for the latest news from Raise
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |