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Youth Programs
Neuro-affirming programs for young people aged 12–17
Our youth programs provide supportive spaces for neurodivergent young people to connect, explore their interests, build confidence and develop skills alongside experienced mentors.
Whether they love gaming, art, Warhammer, or would benefit from individual support, there are different ways to get involved.
Dining with Dragons – D&D
Adventure. Connection. Skill Building.
Weekly Dungeons & Dragons sessions where young people can explore fantasy worlds, create characters and tackle challenges together.
Along the way, participants practise communication, decision-making, teamwork, problem-solving and social connection in a fun, interest-based environment.
Sessions are held at our Hawker ACT Hub.
Over 17? You can view the adult group here.
Forge of Legends – Warhammer
Build. Paint. Play. Connect.
A weekly Warhammer group combining miniature painting, terrain building and strategic gameplay.
Young people can explore their interests while developing creativity, problem-solving, decision-making, confidence and friendships with others who share their interests. Equipment is available within the program.
Sessions are held at our Hawker ACT Hub.
Over 17? You can view the adult group here.
Studio& Youth
Create. Connect. Be Yourself.
A welcoming art space where young people can explore creativity alongside experienced art mentors.
Studio& provides opportunities to develop artistic skills, build confidence and independence, express yourself and form meaningful social connections in a supportive environment.
Sessions are held weekly in Gungahlin ACT.
Over 17? You can view the adult group here.
1:1 Mentoring
Create. Connect. Be Yourself.
A welcoming art space where young people can explore creativity alongside experienced art mentors.
Studio& provides opportunities to develop artistic skills, build confidence and independence, express yourself and form meaningful social connections in a supportive environment.
Individual support built around the young person.
Our mentoring sessions are tailored to individual interests, strengths and goals.
Mentoring can support young people with areas such as confidence, independence, executive functioning, social connection, communication, community participation and working towards personal goals. Sessions can be activity-based and use real-life experiences as opportunities for growth.
Over 17? You can view the adult mentoring here.
Spaces are subject to availability.