Opinion: Dr Lisa O'Brien - What we need to avoid a generation of jobless youth
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New cadetship program to open doors for disadvantaged students
Insights on our learning programs
Our learning programs provide timely and targeted educational support for young Australians experiencing the impact of poverty and disadvantage.
Survey finds most young people experiencing disadvantage are engaged in work or study, but significant concerns remain about their future careers
Survey finds most young people experiencing disadvantage are engaged in work or study, but significant concerns remain about their future careers. Read media release....
The Smith Family celebrates the outstanding contribution of its volunteers this National Volunteer Week
New survey shows more Australians concerned about rise in child poverty and its impact on educational outcomes
Online tutoring program shows gains in numeracy and literacy for those children who need it most
The second trial of an online in-home tutoring program has achieved strong results for children struggling with numeracy and literacy.
Making moments that create careers
Talon learnt about careers he didn't even know existed
Talon has been sponsored by The Smith Family since primary school and is now benefitting from the programs offered in the Growing Careers Project.
Messages from students on our programs
We hope you enjoy reading these messages from students who have participated in some of the programs that your support makes possible.