Pathfinders NT are a Territory Proud Social Enterprise. We offer expertise in delivering social-emotional wellbeing programs in local and remote schools, deliver tailored adventure-based programs for at-risk young people, and provide leadership and employment pathways for marginalised young people.
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Parap, NT 0820, AU
Loving working alongside passionate young people making a difference here in the NT! One Percent Program
The final session for the school term with the guys at @PathfindersNT wrapped up this weekend ✅. The energy was incredible, and we shared plenty of laughs with the young crew! 👊🏼A big thank you for having us-looking forward to seeing everyone next time! 🙌🏽
The NT is unique, it’s extremely diverse, it’s one of a kind. We are blessed to share this place with some incredible practitioners and inspiring young people who make it all worth while!
We had over 30 incredible youth sector staff attend this week's DARWWYN meeting. Facilitated by Jessy Hall (Pathfinders NT) and Kate C. (The Mindful Project), the session focussed on collaboration and looking ahead for the sector. In groups, the task was to choose a major challenge within the sector and imagine it being magically fixed in 5 years' time. The groups then worked backwards for what it would need to look like year by year back down to now for this to be achieved. Focus areas included: youth justice, transport and access for young people and for more services to collaborate. We then introduced 'Adventure therapy' and what that could look like for young people in the NT, in collab with Outdoor Health Australia. It was inspiring stuff. 🌟
Our Director, Jessy Hall, was lucky enough to be invited to be part of an incredible immersive in icy cold 🥶 Beechworth, Victoria last week with AMP Foundation Tomorrow Makers recipients. He comes back to the NT with some great friends, inspiring ideas and a fresh perspective on how to continue to build and grow Pathfinders so that we can continue to unearth the next generation of authentic leaders!
Let's take a moment to revisit our 2024 Tomorrow Makers SPARK Immersive, a time when 13 Tomorrow Makers came together at The Old Beechworth Gaol to exchange ideas, learn from local industry leaders, and fuel their passion for positive change. This is an integral part of our 18 week Tomorrow Makers SPARK program to help social entrepreneurs grow their ideas and develop a sustainable business model delivered in partnership with Impact Boom. Thanks to social entrepreneurs from across the North East region Matt Grogan from Indigo Power, Sara Jenkins from Corryong Neighbourhood Centre, Rebecca Crawley from Thamarrurr Youth Indigenous Corporation for sharing your stories and insights of how to bring local communities along the social enterprise journey. A shoutout to the ACRE - Australian Centre for Rural Entrepreneurship team for opening your doors, sharing your social enterprise wisdom and creating a space for collaboration and innovation. Learn more about the Tomorrow Makers SPARK program here: https://lnkd.in/gy6Kpnka Nicola Stokes GAICD Lucy Watson Tom Allen Matt Pfahlert Mary-Anne Scully Pete Ekstedt Samantha Menzies Jerun Terlaak Bradley Grieve Linda Doolan Brodie Germaine Hannah Cheetham Jessy Hall Laura Greaves OAM Luke Anderson Maria Jerez Mona Mahamed Nathaniel Diong 🚀Nicholas Marchesi OAM (Him/He) Benjamin Knight Rebecca Keeley Sita Sargeant 🌈 Tasha Ritchie #AMPFoundation #TomorrowMakers #Event #SocialImpact #Collaboration #Inspiration #SocialEnterprise #socentau #socent
We recently had the privilege of guiding seven remarkable young boys, aged 14-17, through the breathtaking 62km Jatbula Hike, from Nitmiluk Gorge to Leliyn (Edith Falls). This coming-of-age journey was inspired by the modern rites of passage work championed by Dr Arne Rubinstein OAM In light of the negative press surrounding wilderness therapy in the USA, it's crucial to remember that there are organisations worldwide dedicated to running therapeutic adventure programs that genuinely promote well-being and resilience. These young men faced immense challenges, having never embarked on a hike of this magnitude before. The combination of separation from their ‘normal’ lives and distractions such as social media allowed them to reflect deeply and share openly with other males who are going through or have gone through similar life experiences. These vulnerabilities opened doors of communication, planting seeds for the future that reduce mental loads and improve well-being and connection. Our programs adhere to core principles that ensure the safety and dignity of every participant, here are a few key principles: 1. Informed and voluntary consent at all times. 2. All programming is therapeutic and trauma-informed. 3. Staff and volunteers are trained and have expertise in working with vulnerable young people. 4. Transparent communication with young people about the activities and experiences they will undertake. These principles are not just guidelines but the basic rights afforded to all young people in our care. The seven boys on this adventure formed a lasting brotherhood, which we will continue to nurture through regular catch-ups and ongoing mentoring. Programs like these change lives when they are safe, meaningful, and rights-based. 🌿✨ These young men have had an experience they will never forget, and we are committed to supporting them every step of the way on their path through life. ✨🌿 This was made possible through funding from Northern Territory Government Ngaree Ah Kit Jessy Hall Special thanks to our supporters and sponsors: IBC Social Enterprise Damien Mick OzFish Unlimited BCF - Boating, Camping, Fishing Red Dust Role Models Brother to Another Knowstudio #YouthEmpowerment #AdventureTherapy #RitesOfPassage #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #PathfindersNT #PositiveChange #OHA #OutdoorHealthAustralia #AABAT
How’s this for youth participation 👀.. SEVEN current and ex SEDA College NT students giving up their Saturday night to support Pathfinders and IBC Social Enterprise to deliver the Launch Night Series for 40 amazing young people from the local community 🤩. It’s very humbling to see so many role models stepping up and being part of the change! This is a testament to the quality of young people in the NT but also to the power of collaboration 👏 This is all possible thanks to funding and support from the Northern Territory Government and City of Darwin 🙏 #youthparticipation #pathfindersnt #bethechange #empowerment #collaboration #ibcsocialenterprise
So thrilled to launch our new wellbeing initiative with Reeling Veterans. #mentorshipmatters #intergenerationallearning #socialemotionaldevelopment #skillsdevelopment
Managing Director at Pathfinders NT | Specialist Youth and Community Practitioner | Advocate for Therapeutic Adventure and Narrative Practices
Amidst the downpour, our inaugural Reel Connections program, a collaboration between Pathfinders NT and Reeling Veterans Charity, showcased the transformative power of mentorship and adventure therapy. This initiative extends beyond fishing; it's a testament to the positive wellbeing impacts of nature and meaningful mentoring. Our deepest gratitude goes to the five volunteer Veterans who supported and mentored our young people on the day. The value of this is summed up by this comment from one of the participants mothers “My son just won’t engage in talk therapy, so for him to be out here talking and connecting with people is just great”. We're grateful to our supporters, including Soul Essence on the Bay, whose catering provided sustenance throughout the day. Anaconda Darwin's donation of fishing rods for our young people and RapidClean NT’s contribution of fishing shirts added an extra layer of motivation for the biggest catch of the day. We were also blessed with a generous donation from Brad Rake who passed down his entire fishing rod and tackle collection to get this program off the ground. Lastly we can’t forget Norforce for their presence, adding an exciting element with their Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon 6x6 patrol vehicle. Due to the overwhelming response and positive feedback, we're thrilled to announce that Reel Connections will return in 2024, with even more opportunities for growth and connection. Stay tuned for future updates. #ReelConnections #EmpoweringYouth #Mentorship #CommunityEngagement #PathfindersNT
As part of NT Mental Health Week, our Director Jessy Hall shared what keeps him strong in line with our three pillars of wellbeing at Pathfinders. Check out his video on YouTube. Thanks to the NT Mental Health Coalition for this initiative. If you would like to submit a video for NT Mental Health Week about what keeps you strong visit https://lnkd.in/gBiUsf2S #NTMHW2023 #mentalhealthweek #MentalHealthWeek2023 #whatkeepsmestrong #mentalhealthawareness