In parnership with Alpine Valleys Community Leadership we are pleased to be delivering this program.

Please note: This program accepts applications from individuals living in, or with a connection to the following LGAs: Alpine, Alpine Resorts, Indigo, Mansfield, Towong, Wangaratta & Wodonga. Please see below for more details.

Are you ready to transform your leadership potential and create impact in your community? AVCL invites young people aged 18-30 to join our immersive 4-day leadership development program, designed to elevate your personal leadership capacity, enhance your skills, and expand your networks.

The program will be delivered by Anthony and Mel Nicholson from The Mandala Project. It will run in Yackandandah over 4 consecutive days (including overnight stays), from Thursday 7th – Sunday 10th November 2024.

Apply now by following the link to complete the online webform.

The program will challenge participants and utilise an experiential approach, exploring:

Leadership Fundamentals: 

Gain a solid foundation in the core principles of effective leadership.

Understanding Group-Based Dynamics: 

Learn to navigate and lead within group settings.

Community Resilience: 

Explore strategies for building strong, resilient communities.

Creating Networks: 

Connect with like-minded individuals and create a robust professional network.

Mental Health, Personal Resilience, and Well-Being: 

Prioritise your mental health and well-being while increasing your understanding of personal resilience.

Community Leadership in Action: 

See leadership principles in practice within community settings.

Reflection: 

Engage in reflective practices to deepen your learning experience.

Public Speaking: 

Hone your public speaking skills to inspire and lead others.

Join us for this transformative experience and learn more about the leader you’d like to be.

Cost: $100

Ages: 18 – 30

Living in, or with a connection to (through leisure, participation, work, schooling etc) the following LGAs: Alpine, Alpine Resorts (including the Falls Creek Mount Hotham Mount Buller and Mount Stirling alpine resort areas only), Indigo, Mansfield, Towong, Wangaratta, Wodonga.

Interest in developing personal leadership capacity.

Commitment to complete the full four days / three nights involved in program delivery.

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss this opportunity. Apply now.

The Trainee Development Program is designed specifically for young people undertaking a traineeship within an organisation. Anecdotally this age group are entering a period of their life where they have opportunities and are expected, or expecting, to step up and take on responsibility and leadership, but are often ill equipped and lack the confidence to do so. Our programs use both theoretical and interactive sessions to focus on areas such as leadership, networking, having difficult conversations, teach a skill, how to give feedback and values. The organisation’s values will be woven into the program to strengthen understanding of occupational behaviours and role expectations.

TRAINEE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 

2025 

Dates TBA

Places Available | 16

Places Remaining | 16

$800 per Trainee

Click on the link below to receive the Registration & Medical Form

2024 B.R.A.V.E Basecamp will encourage students to break Boundaries, build Resilience, say YES! to Adventure, find your Voice   and Explore   together.

The three day, two night basecamp style camp out, will be run by Engage! Emerging Leaders from previous Mandala programs, who will put their newly developed skills into action by creating a camp for year 9 students from multiple schools.

B.R.A.V.E Basecamp is designed to take students out of their comfort zones, mix with students from other schools and have a bit of fun along the way!

The important bits...

When | 30 Oct - 1 Nov 2024

Where | Jarvis Creek Regional Park

Who | *Yr 9 Students 

How much | $110 student commitment

What's included |  The bush, food, all activities, transport, insurance and facilitators in training (under the guidance of The Mandala Project)...and Merch!

For more information   please contact Mel via the online contact form on the CONTACTS page.

*This camp has limited places for each school. Please read the registration form before filling it in - to check that your school still has available places. This is to ensure a good mix of students and to share the opportunity. 

Registrations from schools not mentioned below are welcome - please just let us know which one when you register.

Catholic College Wodonga | POSITIONS FULL - waitlist only.

Tallangatta Secondary College | Places Available 3

Wodonga Middle Years Huon & Felltimber | Places Available 3

Victory Secondary College | Places Available 3

Mansfield Secondary College | Places Available 3

"This is the probably the best camp I've ever been on, if not for the camp itself or the effort put in, then for the people I met." Lachlan 2024 Camp B.R.A.V.E

"I loved it, I've never had more fun". Ashton 2024 Camp B.R.A.V.E 

This is a six week program for Year 5 students from across Indigo Shire. Sessions include Values, Asset Mapping, Leadership Archetypes, Effective Communication, Public Speaking, Mental Health & Wellbeing.

Guest speakers include Luke Owens , Rachel Habgood & Eliza Ault Connell.

Students will fundraise for an organisation or cause they feel strongly about.

2024 Youth Ambassador 

Dates |  TBA

Venue | Various across the Shire

Register | Through your school.

The Student Leadership Program aims to provide a theoretical and practical knowledge base on leadership, communication and team building. Our immersive learning activities will empower students by developing their understanding of leadership skills. This program can be run as a series of short workshops, or a one or two day Leadership Masterclass.

The Schools Program aims to develop emotionally intelligent and self-aware young men and women with regards to masculinity, femininity, gender equality and respectful relationships. From programs for Years 5 & 6 through to Yr 10 students.

Sessions include rituals into manhood/womanhood, stereotypes, values, body image/esteem, respectful relationships, emotional intelligence, diversity and social media/video games. The first phase of the program can include a Father & Son/ Mother & Daughter breakfast followed by four to six 2 hour sessions and concludes in an overnight camp for Fathers and Sons/Mother and Daughters. 

The program can be extended to include a three-day/two-night camp out several months after the initial overnight camp. This can be customised to any age group and their parent. 

We understand there are many variations that can make up a family. This program is designed to focus on the influence of a male role model for the boys and a female role model for the girls, whom ever that may be for your child. Single parent & same sex families welcome.

2024 Wodonga West Primary

 Girls Program | SEL Sessions 

Dates |  Thurs 23 May 24 - Thurs 27 Jun 24

*We understand that other gender identities exist outside of masculine & feminine. We encourage students to join whichever group they feel comfortable in.

Please get in touch to get this happening at your school.

'Rekindling' refers to the act of reviving or renewing something that has faded or diminished. Often used in relation to restoring a relationship, interest or emotion that was once strong but has decreased over time.  

REKINDLE will reignite the spark, connection, and wellbeing of participants.

The retreat is an opportunity to build on family relationships alongside others on the same path. It will be a safe and inclusive space for parents, from similar circumstances, to connect, share stories and enjoy a weekend away. 

OUTCOMES

Empower | Forge & Welding skills sessions, creative Firepit Making & Family Activities   will build on the foundation for future open discussions and a deeper connection between parent and child. Learning new skills together is empowering and develops trust, and respect for each other.

Connect |   The history of fire dates back millions of years. Early humans learned to control and create fire, a crucial development for cooking, warmth, and protection. Bringing families together, around a fire, with others, creates an opportunity to witness a different perspective of each other and creates opportunities to share stories, talk and grow together. It will be an alcohol and technology free connection. 

Shared Experience |   The sessions will be time spent deliberately with each other and others on the same journey. You will learn new skills, share challenges, your story, and a tent. There is great power in simply spending time   and sharing an experience, the outcomes of which, are immeasurable.

REKINDLE FAMILY FORGE RETREAT

3 Days & 2 Nights 

*Family Camping Retreat 

*Family duo combination options are Mother & Child, Father & Child, Carer-Step-Guardian-Grandparent-Mentor & Child. 

*Family Duo meaning 1 x Adult with 1 x Child.

ELIGIBILITY |   REKINDLE is for residents of Towong Shire. Thanks to Border Trust:      Towong Community Bushfire Disaster Relief Fund Grant through Youth Albury Wodonga.  And in collaboration with community partner THRIVE Upper Murray.

COST | $250 per Family (non refundable)

**The following information is for residents of the Upper Murray**

[THRIVE Upper Murray have offered to reimburse resitents from the Upper Murray the FULL $250 on completion of the REKINDLE. If you wish to make use of this generous offer, please just tick the box on the registration form and keep your reciept (which will be emailed).]

Day 1 

Self Drive to Tharwa Valley Forge

Welcome & Introductions

Dinner & Campfire Activities

Camp

Day 2 

Group 1 - Forge Activity: Firepit & Poker

Group 2 - Family Activities

Dinner & Camprfire Conversations

Camp

Day 3

Group 2 - Forge Activity: Firepit & Poker

Group 1 - Family Activities

Debrief & Depart

RETREAT 1 |    DATE    Fri 13 - Sun 15 Sept 24

12 x Family duos (Child 14 – 17 years old) 

RETREAT 2 |    DATE    Wed 2 - Fri 4 Oct 24

12 x Family duos (Child 14 – 17 years old) 

INCLUSIONS

Experienced Facilitators and Forge staff. 

 1 x Firepit per family + 1 Poker each 

Camping (gear can be provided), all meals, amenities, and barista coffee.

Family Activities & Forge Experience.

Currently No Dates Available

A three day creative retreat for mother's & daughter's to reconnect, learn a new skill & create a garden sculpture together. 

Currently No Dates Available

A 3 day camp for DADs & LADs to recharge at the Tharwa Valley Forge. 

This program is an opportunity to pair young people lacking positive adult influences in their life, with adults wanting to spend more time, and be open to learning, from young people. 

Over the program participants will engage in activities together, work through team challenges, and be pushed outside of their comfort zones. It will be a safe and inclusive space for both generations to share stories and break down communication barriers. 

The program will empower, guide, and connect participants and build community capacity to move forward into the future together. 

WHAT: 4 Day Retreat

WHO: 8 x Adults [60yrs +] & 8 x Students [15yrs - 16yrs]

WHEN:   Tues 27 Aug - Fri 30 Aug 2024

WHERE:   YACKANDANDAH

COST: $500 per Adult /  $100 per Student

Young at Heart Places 8 - Available 6

Students Places 8 - Available 6

WATCH THIS SPACE!!!

☆HEAR OUR VOICES☆ Will be seeking a Youth Committee and then NOMINATIONS for the 2024 Digital Storytelling Series to be Premiered at the Gala Dinner on a date yet to be confirmed.

We want the young people of Albury Wodonga to be heard & celebrated for their stories of perseverance,  overcoming adversity, your diversity and we want to cheer you on for your achievements and uniqueness.

If you know an extraordinary young person living an ordinary life right here in Albury Wodonga then nominate them today...and then encourage them to share their story with a trained committee member who will interview them on camera to make a short film.

Click the link below to NOMINATE yourself or someone else today!!

The Gala Dinner is BY INVITE ONLY. Tickets will be available to Nominees and their family and friends and of course, our Community Sponsor - Albury Wodonga Community College.