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Strong Individuals = Stronger Families & Communities
Young, Deadly & Life Ready Program supports First Nations young people aged 4 – 24 to thrive through school and community‑based programs, wraparound support, and clear pathways into meaningful education, training and employment.
Programs delivered by YDLR are funded by the National Indigenous Advancement Agency as part of the Indigenous Advancement Strategy.
Empowering young people to dream, believe, work hard, and transition successfully by equipping them with the tools to confidently engage and thrive in their education, community, work, and culture.
A foundational two-term program for Stage 1 to 6 students that introduces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures through interactive learning, building cultural awareness, identity, and respectful engagement while engaging educators in a shared journey of cultural learning.
The advanced second stage of the Culture Strong learning journey where students build upon their foundational knowledge to step into leadership roles, strengthen community connections, and become positive peer mentors with the active support of educators.
A mentoring program that builds strong identity, resilience, and leadership in young men. By connecting participants to culture, Country, and community, it equips them with wellbeing tools and therapeutic cultural practices to navigate life’s challenges and become positive role models.
A mentoring program empowering young girls to grow into confident future leaders. Through creative practices like art and weaving, it fosters deep connections to self, Country, and community while equipping participants with resilience for life’s challenges.
A life skills mentoring program for senior high school students providing one-on-one and small-group support. It strengthens cultural connections, guides school and HSC completion, and builds work readiness for life after school.
