Dedicated to supporting young people

Purpose

Young people across Australia are experiencing an increasing number of challenges that impact their wellbeing, yet many are unable to access someone or somewhere for support during adolescence.

Intent

Raise offers early intervention, evidence-based mentoring for young people in high school with trained, independent adults with whom they can develop a trusting relationship.

Impact

Young people are able to navigate challenges, believe in themselves and others, and are equipped to shape a purposeful life.

Aspiration

Create thriving communities by offering mentors to all public secondary schools across Australia.

Young people need us more than ever

• 1 in 10 young Australians are unhappy with their lives^[1] and suicide remains the highest reason for death^[2]
• The top three concerns for young Australians are anxiety and stress, mental health concerns and body image^[3]
• 3 in 5 students have experienced bullying^[4]
• Young people are less likely than any other age group to seek professional help^[5]
• Disengagement is increasing with more than 1 in 10 young people not engaged in education or employment^[6]

This is not okay.  Even more concerning is that only 30% of these young people will ask for help^[7]. This is an urgent crisis and the economic impact of this problem is estimated at $11.3bn GDP^[8].   At Raise Foundation, we believe it is within our power to do something about these social issues.