10 Transformational Years in Queensland

Teenage years can be tough - loneliness and disconnection, the impacts of bullying, lack of confidence, lack of engagement and lack of hope are observed in many young adolescents. Many more suffer in silence. After 10 years running early intervention Youth Mentoring Programs in schools throughout Queensland, Raise has proven that individual, evidence-based mentoring during the important early adolescent years, 13 – 16, can change young people’s paths and transform lives.
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.
Encouraging your teen to move

A major new study from the University of South Australia has found that regular movement can significantly improve the mental health of teenagers.
Adultism – limiting a generation

Like many prejudices, adultism is deeply ingrained in our culture but how can we recognise and stop adultist biases from limiting our young people?
Why is early intervention the key to keeping young people safe

We talk about Raise youth mentoring as an early intervention strategy, but what does that mean and why is early intervention important?
Loneliness and young people

The current generation of teens are on track to become the loneliest generation in human history. Research shows that connection offers the solution to the loneliness epidemic, and mentoring can be the key that unlocks that connection.
Celebrating the Women Who Mentor: Female Mentors Changing Lives

At Raise, we see the transformative power of mentoring every day. This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible women who make up the heart of our programs—our mentors.
School's Perspective on Mentoring

Transforming Young Lives – School's Perspective on Mentoring
Raise 2024 Evaluation Report

One action, big impact. To see the Raise 2024 Evaluation Report, read more.
"Great for the Soul": My Journey as a Raise Youth Mentor

When I first heard about Raise, I was walking my dog and noticed a bus shelter advertisement. The challenges young people face today hit home instantly.
Building confidence and connection: my story as a youth mentor

The idea of mentoring first crossed my mind during one of those long, quiet COVID lockdowns in 2020. Maybe it was the cabin fever, or just a moment of clarity, but I realised I wanted to do something meaningful after it was over—something that felt worthwhile. Of course, actually starting was another thing entirely. I wasn’t sure where to begin, so the idea just sat there, waiting for the right time.
The Art of Mentee Selection

Maximising the Impact of Youth Mentoring

10 Transformational Years in Queensland

Mentor spotlight: Why do people become part of the Raise Village?

Encouraging your teen to move

Adultism – limiting a generation

Why is early intervention the key to keeping young people safe

Loneliness and young people

Celebrating the Women Who Mentor: Female Mentors Changing Lives

School's Perspective on Mentoring

Raise 2024 Evaluation Report

"Great for the Soul": My Journey as a Raise Youth Mentor

Building confidence and connection: my story as a youth mentor

The Art of Mentee Selection