There is a strong national conversation about young people at the moment. Youth crime. School disengagement. Anxiety. Antisocial behaviour. Social media. A lack of resilience.
Written by Charmaine Vis Settlement services are government-funded programs designed to equip and empower humanitarian entrants and eligible permanent migrants to settle successfully in Australia.
Written by Mark Matthews 5th – 12th July marked the celebration of 50 Years of NAIDOC. NAIDOC Week is an annual celebration of the history, cultures, achievements and
Hope Starts in Local Communities Written by Megan Micalizzi “God places the lonely in families.” Psalm 68:6 One of the things I see regularly through my
Communities of Hope We’re pleased to share the COACH Network 2025 Impact Report – Communities of Hope! As we reflect on the year that has
Written by Mark Matthews Role modelling the “being and bringing” of good news as a transformational social norm. Is it possible that those on the
It began with a simple but powerful vision: to create a safe place where people on the margins could belong. Not just attend, not just
Corinne, from Phillip Island Baptist Church, is part of an Empowered Faith Community (EFC) with a heart for genuine connection and transformation—her journey taking her
Written by May Chang – Mentor & former COACH Mentoring Administrative Assistant When Nesa arrived in Australia, the world felt impossibly large and confusing. After
Written by Sam Hearn, COACH Network National Director “Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. Walk with me and work with me…learn the
In 2008, Charmaine and her husband Phil joined the COACH Community Mentoring program after experiencing deep trauma and isolation following a crime committed against them.
After years of working alongside vulnerable people and communities, one thing has become pretty clear: lasting change doesn’t start with programs or strategies. It starts
Written by Philip Hamilton Carinity Mission Engagement Manager – Community Development & Youth In community transformation, I often find myself asking: How do we
Written by Rev Dr Kathy Eddie, Wesleyann Community Care CEO A Faith That Acts: Loving the Least of These For followers of Jesus, faith is
Written by Megan Micalizzi, Empowered Faith Communities Relationship Manager In a world growing noisier and more connected by the second, one ache rings louder than
In a recent conversation, I had the privilege of reconnecting with Associate Professor Darshini Ayton, Deputy Head of the Health and Social Care Unit at
Brendon had lived with an ICE addiction for the last ten years. After completing three cycles of The Salvation Army Building Bridges recovery program led
NAIDOC Week is an annual celebration held in the first full week of July. The week reflects upon and honors the history, culture, and achievements