{"id":321,"date":"2025-10-23T20:24:56","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T20:24:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.goigi.biz\/teenthreads\/?p=321"},"modified":"2025-10-23T20:24:56","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T20:24:56","slug":"youth-programs-pcyc-nsw-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.goigi.biz\/teenthreads\/youth-programs-pcyc-nsw-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"Youth Programs \u2014 PCYC NSW, Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"<section id=\"about-our-youth-programs\" class=\"module border-bottom module--text module--white spacing-style-padding spacing-top-default spacing-bottom-default\" data-module-name=\"text\">\n<div class=\"shell\">\n<div class=\"module__entry is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<p>Our Programs are focused on PCYC\u2019s mission to get young people active in life. We have a suite of programs focused on building young people\u2019s skills, character and leadership.<\/p>\n<p>Our range of youth programs aim to build on young peoples\u2019 skills and character through training and mentoring. Program times and activities vary between sites. For more information on what is available in your area please contact your local PCYC.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"wellbeing-leadership\" class=\"module border-bottom module--cards_grid module--white spacing-style-padding spacing-top-default spacing-bottom-default\" data-module-name=\"cards_grid\">\n<div class=\"shell\">\n<div class=\"module__inner\">\n<header class=\"module__head\">\n<div class=\"module__intro\">\n<h2>Wellbeing &amp; Leadership<\/h2>\n<p>Our Wellbeing &amp; Leadership Pillar is designed to build resilience and confidence in young people. These programs give participants opportunities to grow and develop by providing them with new skills, physical activity, practical experiences, and mentorship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"cards cards--cols-3\">\n<div class=\"grid\">\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"component--image\"><picture class=\"image\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=2400&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width:1919px)\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=2400&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1800&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width:1439px)\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1800&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1366&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width:1023px)\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1366&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1024&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width:767px)\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1024&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width:575px)\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=jpg&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/jpg\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FBlue-Star_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=jpg&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"h3\">Blue Star<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__entry\">\n<p>Designed for 16\u201318-year-olds, Blue Star develops leadership skills through practical experiences. The program progresses through 3 levels\u2014Bronze, Silver, and Gold \u2013 and involves camps, volunteering, and achieving Duke of Edinburgh Awards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"btn__front\">Learn More<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"btn__shadow\">Learn More<\/div>\n<section id=\"wellbeing-leadership\" class=\"module border-bottom module--cards_grid module--white spacing-style-padding spacing-top-default spacing-bottom-default\" data-module-name=\"cards_grid\">\n<div class=\"shell\">\n<div class=\"module__inner\">\n<div class=\"cards cards--cols-3\">\n<div class=\"grid\">\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<h3 class=\"card__content\">Employability<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"employability\" class=\"module border-bottom module--cards_grid module--white spacing-style-padding spacing-top-default spacing-bottom-default\" data-module-name=\"cards_grid\">\n<div class=\"shell\">\n<div class=\"module__inner\">\n<header class=\"module__head\">\n<div class=\"module__intro\">\n<p>Through skill development, employer engagement, training and certification, and personalised mentoring, programs within PCYC NSW\u2019s Employability Pillar prepare young people for long-term, meaningful employment and life after school.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"cards cards--cols-3\">\n<div class=\"grid\">\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"component--image\"><picture class=\"image\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=2400&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width:1919px)\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=2400&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1800&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width:1439px)\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1800&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source 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data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=1024&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width:575px)\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=webp&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=jpg&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/jpg\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FFit-for-Work_Main-Image-scaled.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=jpg&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"h3\">Fit for Work<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__entry\">\n<p>This 10-week intensive training course helps young people secure meaningful employment or further education opportunities. Participants learn essential life and work-related skills, and earn certifications such as First Aid and White Card.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"btn__shadow\">Stepping Up<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"component--image\">\n<p>This 10-week program supports young people aged 16-21 in transitioning from school to long-term meaningful employment by offering employability training, career exploration, job application support, and ongoing mentorship for up to 12 months.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__shadow\">Job Ready Course<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"card__entry\">\n<p>This 4-day course aims to increase students&#8217; chances of securing part-time or casual employment by developing communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and customer service skills, while also offering support in resume writing, interview skills, and workplace safety.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"btn__shadow\">CULTURE &amp; COMMUNITY<\/h3>\n<section id=\"culture-community\" class=\"module border-bottom module--cards_grid module--white spacing-style-padding spacing-top-default spacing-bottom-default\" data-wpr-lazyrender=\"1\" data-module-name=\"cards_grid\">\n<div class=\"shell\">\n<div class=\"module__inner\">\n<header class=\"module__head\">\n<div class=\"module__intro\">\n<p>Culture &amp; Community Pillar Programs run by PCYC NSW are focused on connecting young people and building their sense of belonging. Education, training and participation are the foundations of these programs that bring young people together and encourage them to understand and embrace their culture and community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"cards cards--cols-3\">\n<div class=\"grid\">\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"component--image\"><picture class=\"image\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FRectangle-832254.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=jpg&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" type=\"image\/jpg\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/wsrv.nl\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcycnsw.org.au%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F04%2FRectangle-832254.jpg&amp;w=768&amp;h=0&amp;output=jpg&amp;q=90&amp;sharp=0&amp;blur=0&amp;il=1&amp;fit=cover&amp;maxage=1y\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"h3\">Nations of Origin<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__entry\">\n<p>This four day long sporting tournament unites First Nations and non-First Nations young people to celebrate culture through sports, with strong endorsement and support from Elders. The program focuses on Reconciliation, Education, Cultural Identity, and Sport.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"btn__shadow\">Haka Warrior<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"card__entry\">\n<p>This 20-week initiative fosters unity, respect, leadership, and cultural awareness among Pasifika young people in Western Sydney and the Central Coast. Through workshops, activities, and community events it promotes culture, social skills, and mentoring.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"h3\">Fit for Life<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__entry\">\n<p>The program fosters physical fitness, wellbeing, and personal growth, while promoting prosocial behaviours through mentorship. Additionally, participants are transported to school, ensuring they start their day positively.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__shadow\">U-Nites<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"card__entry\">\n<p>U-Nites run on Friday and Saturday nights, offering a safe, structured environment for young people aged 10-18. We provide fun activities that promote socialisation and a sense of belonging. Dinner and transportation included.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__shadow\">Savannah Pride<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid__col\">\n<div class=\"component component--card is-visible\" data-fade-up=\"\">\n<div class=\"component--image\">\n<p>Savannah Pride provides a positive outlet for young people to channel their energy and grow, through well-rounded basketball programs, educational programs, homework support, mentoring, and cultural guidance.<\/p>\n<p>Credit sources (\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcycnsw.org.au\/youth-programs\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">https:\/\/www.pcycnsw.org.au\/youth-programs\/<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcycnsw.org.au\/youth-programs\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">PCYC NSW<\/a>\u201d)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__content\">\n<div class=\"btn__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"btn__front\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our Programs are focused on PCYC\u2019s mission to get young people active in life. 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