Positive Pathways Program
1:1 Positive Pathways is a program where dedicated police and emergency services role models actively support an at-risk young person.
The program is designed for vulnerable young people aged 10-17 who are considered at risk of involvement in or have already had contact with the youth justice system. The young person may also have a disability or mental health issue that is adversely affecting their behaviour, or be disengaged from school and exhibiting problematic behaviours. 1:1 Positive Pathways kickstarts a positive trajectory in the young person’s life.
A specialist BLV youth worker carefully matches each young person with a positive role model. Together they take part in eight 1:1 fitness sessions with a qualified personal trainer, building positive relationships, confidence and healthier habits. To keep the momentum going, participants also receive 10 group gym sessions after the initial program completion.
The 1:1 Positive Pathways is currently available in Bendigo, Latrobe and Brimbank-Melton. Referrals can be made by the young person themselves, youth workers, parents and carers, police, the Children’s Court, schools and community organisations working with young people.
Referrals for the program
The program welcomes referrals from youth workers, courts, parents, police, schools and community organisations working with young people, located in or near Bendigo, Traralgon and Melton.
To refer a young person into the program, contact our Programs team at [email protected] or fill in the Referral Form.
Do you want to become a mentor for the program?
We are looking for volunteers from police, emergency services, first responders, or other organisations or individuals who are willing to be role models or mentors to help support young people.
If this sounds like you put in an Expression of Interest and a member of our team will be in contact with further information.
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