Education and Wellbeing
Coast Shelter provides a range of education and wellbeing programs for young people and women living on the Central Coast who have experienced domestic and family violence, or are at risk, and/or are experiencing social disadvantage and vulnerability.
Our Education and Wellbeing Program is committed to being accessible, inclusive, and equitable, and provides evidence-based support in line with the values and service mission of Coast Shelter.
Step Forward
Step Forward supports young people aged 15–24 to build confidence, strengthen life skills and take positive steps toward study, work and community connection.
Delivered in a safe, inclusive and trauma-informed environment, the program offers hands-on learning, wellbeing activities and practical support to help young people explore opportunities and move forward at their own pace.
How it works
Participants in the 8-week program can receive and achieve goals to set them up for success in the next phase of their life:
- First Aid training
- White Card training
- Life Skills development
- Employability skills development
- Adventure learning activities
- Art therapy
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Reflect and Respect
Reflect & Respect is a community-based Healthy Relationships program for designed specifically for young women who experience or are at risk of experiencing domestic, sexual and family violence, where the primary goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where participants can embark on a journey of healing, self-discovery, and empowerment.
