Programs

Every one of our programs is about supporting children and young people to thrive.

We offer programs within the prison system and in the community.

You will find that some programs are offered only at some of our centres or in some states.

Contact us to find out more about our programs: enquiries@shineforkids.org.au.

We operate in NSW, Qld, ACT and Vic.

Rise Mentoring Program

Rise Mentoring Program

Primary school students with a parent in prison can access vital support that encourages their learning and development through our Rise mentoring program. Having a parent in prison can be an especially […]

Stand As One

Stand As One

Stand As One is a mentoring program for young people in the youth justice system that supports them emotionally and practically to transition back into the community and rebuild their lives. What’s […]

SFK Mentoring Program

SFK Mentoring Program

SFK Mentoring is a mentoring program designed for young people aged 12-21 years who have or have had a parent in custody. A trained mentor works consistently with a young person to […]

Storytime

Storytime

Storytime gives a child comfort and improves their wellbeing through listening to and reading along to a story book recorded by their parent in custody. What’s involved? The parent in custody is […]

Belonging To Family

Belonging To Family

This program is about strengthening connections between a parent in prison and their family and community to help re-establish themselves after release. It is specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents […]

Stay Together, Play Together

Stay Together, Play Together

Stay Together, Play Together is a playgroup for young children and their mum or dad in custody that provides high-quality play experiences to support the vital child-parent connection. What’s involved? Regular facilitated […]

Bringing Up Great Kids

Bringing Up Great Kids

Bringing Up Great Kids is an evidence-based parenting program that gives mums and dads the tools to connect with their children and build positive, healthy relationships. What’s involved? This structured course is […]