(Our Programs)

Ways we back young people to rise

Therapeutic mentoring, youth enterprise and free government funded initiatives for young people across the Territory.

(What we offer)

Our Programs

Program 01 · NDIS & Fee-for-Service

Therapeutic Mentoring & Respite

What it is

Group-based therapeutic mentoring for NDIS participants, children with disability, and young people needing tailored support. Programs range from a few hours to multi-day respite camps, in community, at home, or on Country.

Small group mentoring
Adventure-based activities: rock climbing, bush walks, camping, creative arts, fishing
Capacity-building + functional life skills
Trauma-informed, sensory-aware, person-centred
Respite support for families and carers
Delivered in community, at home, or on Country

Who it's for

NDIS participants (all ages), children and young people with disability, families needing respite.

Costing

NDIS-compliant pricing. Quote-based for private and organisational bookings.

How to engage

Refer a young person director@rite2rise.org

Program 02 · Ages 15-25 · Free

Youth Enterprise & Community Projects

What it is

Participant-led enterprise initiatives and community projects that build employability, leadership and social connection through real-world experience.

Market stalls at Parap and Mindil Markets + community events
Youth-led initiatives: trailer art, fundraising, product sales
Skills: budgeting, customer service, marketing, teamwork, time management
Mentorship + business planning support
Pathways to education, training or employment

Who it's for

Young people aged 15-25 seeking hands-on learning and enterprise experience.

Cost

Free to participants.

How to engage

Open the Digital Youth Hub director@rite2rise.org

Program 03 · Flagship · Circular Economy

Scraps 2 Staples Micro Recycling Factory

What it is

Our flagship circular economy offering — a youth-operated micro recycling factory that transforms waste materials into usable products. Young people build vocational, technical and enterprise skills while diverting waste from landfill and creating real-world pathways to employment.

Youth-operated micro recycling factory
Transforms waste materials into usable products
Builds vocational, technical + enterprise skills
Hands-on experience in circular economy practices
Diverts waste from landfill with measurable impact
Pathways to employment + further training

Who it's for

Young people seeking hands-on vocational experience in sustainability and enterprise.

Costing

Program-dependent. Contact us for details.

How to engage

director@rite2rise.org

Program 04 · Online · Free

Digital Youth Hub

What it is

Our online platform keeping young people connected when distance, weather or circumstance keeps them off Country. A safe digital space for remote youth to access mentoring, creative activities and wellbeing support from anywhere.

Online mentoring + wellbeing check-ins
Digital creative activities
Remote access for young people across the Territory
Stays connected through the wet season when roads close
Safe, moderated digital community
Pathways into in-person programs and support

Who it's for

Young people in remote or regional areas, and anyone who can't reach our in-person programs.

Cost

Free to participants.

How to engage

Visit the Digital Youth Hub or reach the Hub team at:

Open the Digital Youth Hub engage@rite2rise.org

(Free to access)

Government Funded Initiatives

Free programs we deliver, funded for young people.

Initiative 01 · Ages 12-17 · Darwin · Free

LAUNCH Night Series

Sports · Recreation · Safe Spaces

What it is

A free Saturday night safe space that runs four Saturday nights in a row, each school term, combining multi-sport tournaments, creative activities, and social-emotional wellbeing support for young people aged 12-17.

Four Saturday nights in a row, each school term, 7pm to 10pm
Multi-sport tournaments: indoor sports, beach volleyball, basketball + more
Meals + refreshments provided
Trauma-informed behaviour management + wellbeing check-ins
Security, youth workers + Mental Health First Aid onsite
Digital check-in app: mood tracking + emergency contacts

Proudly funded by the Northern Territory Government and the City of Darwin.

Who it's for

Young people in the Darwin municipality, aged 12-17, particularly those at risk of disengagement, homelessness, or justice involvement.

Cost

Free to participants.

How to engage

Open the Digital Youth Hub director@rite2rise.org

Initiative 03 · Ages 10-17 · Families Welcome · Free

Reel Connections Fishing Club

Currently paused over the wet season — back in action starting with Palmerston in 2027.

What it is

A free therapeutic outdoor wellbeing program using fishing as a vehicle for connection, skill development, environmental stewardship, and community building.

Fortnightly fishing sessions, typically 3-4 hours
All gear, bait + safety equipment provided
Learn sustainable fishing + environmental respect
Builds confidence, patience + connection to Country
Family-friendly: ages 10-17, families welcome
Proudly partnered: Reeling Veterans, OzFish Unlimited, IBC Social Enterprise

Proudly funded by the NT Government Office for Youth Affairs.

Who it's for

Young people aged 10-17 and community members seeking outdoor therapeutic engagement.

Cost

Free to participants.

How to engage

Open the Digital Youth Hub director@rite2rise.org

(Proudly funded & partnered)

Northern Territory Government

City of Darwin

NT Government Office for Youth Affairs

The Build-Up Program

Reeling Veterans

OzFish Unlimited

IBC Social Enterprise

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