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Empower Youth Program

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The Empower Youth Program is for young people who feel disconnected or might be having a hard time with their family, school, or community. It is here to help them figure out what they want for their health, job, and overall happiness.

Our goal is to empower young people to talk to a support worker. Together, they can make a plan to reach their goals. We also work with other organisations to tackle any problems that might be getting in the way of success.

We want to help young people who may not have had the same opportunities as others. Through the program, we hope to link them to school, work, or training chances so they can learn and improve their lives.

How to register

Online

Step 1.Eligibility

Program participants must be:

Aged between of 12-25
Disengaged or at risk of disengaging from family, education and/or community

Step 2.Who can submit this application

Young person's can apply themselves or
Parent / legal guardian, school, or other agency / service provider with the young person’s consent

Step 3.Complete the online registration

In person

Step 1.Eligibility

Program participants must be:

Aged between of 12-25
Disengaged or at risk of disengaging from family, education and/or community

Step 2.Who can submit the application

Young person's can apply themselves or
Parent / legal guardian, school, or other agency / service provider with the young person’s consent

Step 3.Drop into Youth Inc

Drop in for a chat and a member of the Youth Inc team can help register your interest

50-52 Campbell Street
Swan Hill. VIC. 3585

What happens next

The application will be received and reviewed by Empower staff.
We will contact the young person and/or referrer to arrange an appointment for the initial assessment.
Coaching Young People for Success program will be used to support completion of young person’s aspirational plan. The young person will be involved and supported in the decision making process around the four key areas of:
- health and well-being
- community participation
- education
- training pathways to employment

We will apply a wrap-around servicing approach for young people. We work collaboratively with schools and other educational and training providers. We also work with community and health organizations, local businesses, and job providers.
We will have ongoing regular appointment to provide intensive, coordinated support. We will continuously review and adjust the young person's aspirational plan. This will accommodate their changing needs and goals.