SHINE for Kids is the only national charity in Australia that works solely to support the children & families of people involved in the criminal justice system.
NSW, VIC, QLD & ACT
Joined May 2013
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"I saw two of my children for the first time in six years, and for that, I am forever grateful." The feedback says it all.
Read the story: shineforkids.org.au/stories/…
“She was so used to all the negatives she had never stopped to consider the positives.” School mentoring made all the difference for 11-year-old Alicia. shineforkids.org.au/stories/…
With a bit of support, kids can do anything! 🤩 This little guy faced his fears at school camp with the help of his Rise mentor. It was great to see him taking part and having a fantastic time!
Learn more about #Rise mentoring at shineforkids.org.au
For children in our school mentoring program, having someone 'just for them' can be really special. ☀️
Mentors support children one-on-one in the classroom, helping them build confidence, listening to them, and working through issues they are facing. 💜
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A HUGE congratulations to these #Rise school mentoring kids who graduated from the program last week!💜💛
As our beaming mentor pictured says, "Extremely proud of you all!"
Thank you @benevolent_au for supporting this program.
SHINE for Kids will be closed from 25 December 2024 and re-open on 2 January 2025. We will not be checking our inbox or enquiry submissions over this time. We look forward to responding to you after we return!
📢 It is a privilege to announce our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan has been endorsed by Reconciliation Australia.
A mother in custody from one of our programs created the beautiful artwork used throughout. Read our RAP here: lnkd.in/gbsm9iSn
Why we do what we do. Lovely feedback from a message to our wonderful team at Macquarie Correctional Centre. 💜
#ChristmasAppeal 2024: christmas.shineforkids.org.a…
We're expanding (our social media presence!).
Come find us on Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/shineforkid…
This year we supported thousands of families, but there are many more asking for our help. 💜
Support children and young people affected by the #justicesystem
Donate at christmas.shineforkids.org.a…
#BuildingFutures #BreakingCycles #ChildrenofPrisoners
40,000 children in Australia will be missing a parent in prison this Christmas. Your gift can help. 🎁 Please donate this #ChristmasAppeal24 #BringJoy
christmas.shineforkids.org.a…
🎉 We are pleased to share our Annual Report for 2023-24. The report shares our triumphs, good news stories and positive outcomes.
We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoy the work we do at @SHINEforKids!
shineforkids.org.au/allnews/…
Our CEO and @FlynnCatherineA in the
@theheraldsun on the need for support for children with a parent in custody in Victoria.
The story follows @MonashUni's new report which gives these children a voice. #ChildrensVoices
heraldsun.com.au/leader/yout…
Are you at the @AdoptChangeAU conference happening now in Sydney? Catch our CEO speaking today at 230pm! #Thrive2024 #adoptchange
Are you at the @AdoptChangeAU conference happening now in Sydney? Catch our CEO speaking today at 230pm! #Thrive2024 #adoptchange
🤩 Picking up our new bus for the Kempsey team to support families! #BelongingToFamily
Stand by for more on this!
📢 Released today, this report by @MonashUni shares the insights, experiences and voices of children with a parent in prison.
Learn more and read the report: shineforkids.org.au/allnews/…
@FlynnCatherineA
Catch our CEO Julie Hourigan on ABC Radio Coffs Coast Breakfast speaking with @Fipoole abc.net.au/listen/live/coffs… this morning just past 830am #ChildrenofPrisoners
