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innovative approaches for positive outcomes. Sibella Stern + Bronwyn Downes. what do Whitelion do?. mentoring + employment + role modelling + indigenous programs + outreach services y outh justice + out of home care victoria + tasmania + south australia + nsw. what’s so innovative?.
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innovative approaches for positive outcomes Sibella Stern + Bronwyn Downes
what do Whitelion do? • mentoring + employment + role modelling + indigenous programs + outreach services • youth justice + out of home care • victoria + tasmania + south australia + nsw
what’s so innovative? • book: • dvd:
the dvd journey need: • clearly identified need / shortcoming • initially capturing young people’s attention • demographic with low literacy / attention span • explaining the long term benefits of the program • generation now
the dvd journey concept: • to speak the language of the audience • to stand out from the crowd
the dvd journey process: • clear idea of the end product • work backwards • getting the material • editing the footage • waivers and permissions
the learning time: • clear time lines • know how much time the project will take manpower: • the right people with the right skills • enough time to dedicate to a project
the learning resources: • who do you know? • how might they be able to help you? • is there a budget? what can you spend? • is there a way to get money?
the learning pull the plug: • have a contingency plan • as a final contingency plan be prepared to
Ramp: a creative partnership concept: • a community that supports and encourages all members • long term relationships
Ramp: a creative partnership the program: • three-tiered approach • lead mentors • one-to-one • workshops / camps / social activities
the book need: • capturing stories • impact of mentoring • promotion of program • staff skills
the book concept: • showcase variety of relationships • struggles and successes • metro and rural • capture spirit
the book process: • selection of matches • interviews with participants • transcription of interviews • editing/ shaping of interviews • linear written piece
the book process: • photography • design process • proofing • launch
the learning legalities timelines manpower
questions? Sibella Stern: 0417 109 098 sibella.stern@whitelion.asn.au Bronwyn Downes: 0488 314 837 b.downes@stlukes.org.au