Creating opportunities for Australia’s youth to be their best.
We empower young people
Youth Opportunities empowers young people to build life-long skills, habits, and confidence to thrive. Through evidence-based programs delivered in partnership with schools across Australia, we support students to develop positive wellbeing, strengthen leadership capabilities and create brighter futures for themselves and those around them.
25+
years supporting young people
programs delivered Australia wide
10k
graduates since 1997
50+
school partners
Hear from some of our year 10 program graduates
With 3 in 10 young Australians facing barriers to achieving their goals - such as low motivation, poor mental health, and lack of confidence - our mission has never been more critical.
Youth Opportunities works in partnership with schools to support young people facing barriers to thrive. Our research-based Personal Leadership Programs are delivered at critical transition points, helping students build confidence, resilience and a sense of direction.
Run weekly over a school term, the program equips young people with practical tools in goal setting, self-belief and emotional awareness. These are skills that support stronger wellbeing, greater engagement in learning and more positive future pathways.
As a result, more young people are gaining access to the guidance and opportunities they need to realise their potential and create a future they believe in.
Elevate Program
A targeted intervention for year 9 or 10 students
Facilitated by highly trained external facilitators in collaboration with school staff
Delivered over a school term or semester
2 year post-program support, including workshops, leadership opportunities, and scholarships.
Parent and EducatorWrap Around Support through Community 360
Accelerate Program
A targeted intervention for year 9 or 10 students
Facilitated by school staff members upskilled by Youth Opportunities
Delivered over a school term or semester
Online resources, webinars & in-person workshops for teachers, parents & community partners
12 months access to the online platform which includes additional tools and post-intervention workshops for ongoing engagement
Power-Up Program
A targeted intervention for year 5, 6, and 7 students
Facilitated by school staff members who are upskilled by Youth Opportunities
Provided to schools to fit into their curriculum over a school term or semester
12 months access to the online platform which includes lesson plans and resources to deliver the program
Content aligned to the Australian Curriculum
Thank you to our supporters.
In 2025, Youth Opportunities expanded its impact nationwide, engaging 3,082 young people through our Personal Leadership Programs and wraparound services. We partnered with 48 schools across South Australia and beyond, responding to the growing need for mental health and wellbeing support among young people. Through early intervention and holistic support, we’re helping young people build the skills and strategies they need to thrive.
We’re deeply grateful to our community of supporters — schools, educators, partners, and donors — who make this impact possible. Together, we’re building a future where every young person can lead their life with purpose, resilience, and hope.
Bring this life-changing program to your school to support positive change in young people & your community.
Join schools across Australia as a Youth Opportunities partner, and together we can equip your students with the life-long skills, habits, and confidence to thrive.
Donate to give young people a brighter, stronger future.
Support us to continue to create life-changing opportunities for Australia’s young people to become personal leaders and take positive control of their lives.
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