Empowering
courageous young women and Inspiring meaningful contributions
to diverSE communities.
At SHINE, we believe in the potential of every young woman to rise, thrive, and make meaningful contributions to her community. Through our unique, school-based programs, we provide young girls with the life skills, confidence, and support they need to succeed—both in the classroom and beyond. Our programs are delivered directly in schools, customised to align with each school's needs and help each young woman realise her full potential.
Our Programs Are
Designed to Empower:
Building Lasting Confidence
We work closely with young women to develop self-belief, communication skills, and resilience that last a lifetime.
Fostering Respect & Positive Relationships
Our facilitators provide guidance to help participants develop positive, respectful connections, empowering them to succeed socially and professionally.
Creating Pathways to Success
SHINE’s curriculum-aligned, adaptable programs provide skills for life and pathways to future employment, helping students overcome barriers to success.
Together, We Make a Difference
SHINE has supported hundreds of young women to reconnect with their education, achieve personal goals, and even take on leadership roles within their communities.
WHAT WE STAND FOR:
At SHINE, everything we do is rooted in empowering courageous young women and building stronger, more connected communities. Our values are at the heart of every program, conversation, and decision we make:
Empowerment & Leadership
We support young women to build confidence, grow into leaders, and shape their futures with pride.
Cultural Respect & Recognition
We honour the right of all young women to explore, celebrate, and protect their cultural identity.
Self-Determination & Independence
We champion each young woman’s right to make positive choices, take control of their journey, and reach their full potential.
Collaboration & Community
We believe in lifting each other up. Together, we create a culture of celebration, support, and belonging.
creating long-term impact where it matters most
At SHINE, we are focused on what will help us continue to grow and create meaningful impact. That means building a strong, sustainable organisation, delivering evidence-based programs that adapt to the needs of young women, strengthening our engagement with communities and stakeholders, and fostering an inclusive, culturally safe environment where everyone feels seen, supported and empowered to thrive.
KIND WORDS:
“Participating in SHINE helped my confidence and it made me realise everybody has a story. It motivated me to get my school attendance up and it allowed me to gain lifelong friendships. The different workshops we went to gave me valuable life skills and advice”
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“For me, I was really shy and I had no self confidence. I was bullied a lot at school and I think the SHINE program helped me a lot with that. For me now, I'm totally opposite. I feel like a leader in the community. I feel like I can step out in front of a group and speak, and not just in a small group, a large group.”
“I got involved in SHINE after my mum had passed away that year and I moved to Geraldton. It was a really difficult time but SHINE helped me through it a lot and boosted my confidence with making new friends and getting used to the school."
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“I got involved in SHINE after my mum had passed away that year and I moved to Geraldton. It was a really difficult time but SHINE helped me through it a lot and boosted my confidence with making new friends and getting used to the school."
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Join the SHINE Community:
Are you passionate about empowering the next generation? There are many ways to be part of SHINE’s mission:
Schools – Partner with us to bring SHINE to your students.
Sponsors & Donors – Help fund programs that change lives.
Alumni – Join our alumni network.
Thank You To Our Partners & Sponsors
Ready to
Make a Difference?
Together, we can help young women overcome obstacles and reach new heights. Join us in inspiring the next generation of strong, courageous, and self-determined women.