ACTIVATE THE ENGAGEMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE WHO ARE AT MOST RISK

  • Activate has been co-designed with educators to support at risk youth in South Australian secondary schools requiring substantial intervention.
  • It features shorter, more frequent sessions, emphasising activity-based learning to foster prosocial behaviour and reconnect with their education.

HOW THIS PROGRAM IS DELIVERED IN YOUR SCHOOL

  • Up to 15 Year 9 students
  • Delivered over 16 weeks (recommended 4 hours p/week of face-to-face delivery)
  • Delivered by 2 YO trainers & 1 school based educator
  • Access to online Moodle platform, includes session plans & resources for program delivery
  • Program evaluation reports including measures on wellbeing & psychological distress

SELF-REPORTED OUTCOMES BY THE END OF THE PROGRAM

The 4 Big Decisions are the fundamental component of our program:

DECIDE TO BE HAPPY
DECIDE TO BE HAPPY
  • Focus on long-term happiness
  • Make the best of your current situation
  • Acknowledge your strengths, affirm yourself, and express gratitude
DECIDE TO GOAL PLAN
DECIDE TO GOAL PLAN
  • Set long-term goals and break them down into achievable steps
  • Find your purpose and increase perseverance and motivation
DECIDE TO SEND STARS
DECIDE TO SEND STARS
  • Use positive communication
  • Improve the quality of your communication, relationships, confidence, and success
DECIDE TO GROW
DECIDE TO GROW
  • Step out of your comfort zone
  • Try a new perspective or action to help you achieve your goals

“Youth Opportunities gave me the skills to become more confident in myself and building friendships and that you can trust people and gave me the courage to show up to school more.”

Activate graduate

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