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.
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People power in action in Queensland
For 10 years Raise has been running their youth mentoring programs in schools in Queensland, all the time powered by expertly trained, generous volunteer mentors.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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?
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Facing tough times together
We can't always control what our young people are exposed to but we can set them up to navigate challenges and come out stronger and wiser.
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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.
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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.
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Myth Buster: Do I Need Special Qualifications to Be a Mentor?
Have you ever thought about becoming a mentor but hesitated because you believed you weren’t qualified? You’re not alone. Many people think mentoring requires special expertise or professional experience, but at Raise, we’re here to bust that myth.
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Inspiring Futures: Jaybro Hosts Workplace Excursion Day for Raise Mentees
At Jaybro Group, creating opportunities for young people is a key priority.
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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.