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  • Issues Confronting Mentees

    Young people’s concerns are shifting and differ by gender

  • The Gift of Goodbye

    The Gift of Goodbye: Why is the process of graduating from Raise’s mentoring program so important?

  • Youth Speak Out

    Youth Speak Out: Social Media, 'Third Spaces', and the Future of Mentoring

  • The importance of listening

    By Janeve Freidman (Learning and Development Consultant). At Raise, we believe in the power of listening to transform lives and communities. By fostering strong listening skills, we can create more compassionate, understanding, and connected environments.

  • Sparking change: How a colleague inspired Sam* to mentor a young person

    Have you ever been sparked into action by a colleague’s personal story?   That's what happened to Sam* from Origin Energy Foundation when his colleague shared their experience of participating in Raise’s youth mentoring program at a company Town Hall.

  • Stride 4 Life 2024

    Stride for Life is back for 2024! Will you join us as we walk or run 4km a day in the month of September?

  • Navigating Term 2: Alfred Deakin High's Holistic Approach to Supporting Students

    The second term of the school year can be a challenging period for students, especially those in the pivotal years of 8 and 9. As their students navigate the whirlwind of adolescence, juggling academic pressures, social dynamics, and personal growth, Alfred Deakin High School in the ACT remains committed to fostering resilience and wellbeing.

  • Why is Year 8 the pivotal time to establish wellbeing goals and nurture help seeking skills?

    Shining the light on young people and their wellbeing

  • Nurturing Bright Futures: The Impact of Mentoring at Barrenjoey High School

    At Barrenjoey High School, fostering student wellbeing isn't just a priority—it's a way of life. Nestled within the vibrant community of Avalon in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Barrenjoey High school is renowned for its strong focus on student welfare and community engagement. 

  • Your support transforms young lives

    Meet Parker. Parker was exploring their gender identity but felt isolated, without anyone to share the journey with. Parker was also experiencing bullying and knew they needed additional support to manage their stress. Parker felt empty and confused.

  • Empowering resilience: Unlocking the potential of first nations youth through mentoring

    At Raise, we're committed to supporting our First Nations mentees as they navigate unique challenges and discover their full potential.

  • You can change a Young person’s life by taking part in this year’s City2Surf and running for Raise.

    This is your chance to join tens of thousands of people as they take on the iconic 14km course! Run, walk, jog, skip, roll or dance your way from Sydney's CBD all the walk to the world-famous Bondi Beach finish line on Sunday 11th August 2024.

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