The Bridge Project concept was conceived by YMCA Victoria and a group of 33 of Leadership Victoria's Williamson Community Leadership Program graduates in 2005.  Create Networks: profiles the important work undertaken by The Bridge Project, run in partnership with the YMCA to create mentoring, training and employment opportunities for young men on leaving periods of incarceration.

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Melbourne business people provide leadership to young people who have lost their way

Hoon drivers. Drug possession. Alcohol-fuelled violence. From all the media coverage it may be a surprise to find only 0.5 per cent of young Victorian men are in custody, and even this small percentage are not the hardened criminals they are portrayed to be. Most come from challenging home environments, and the majority want to change their behaviour…. Download PDF (413KB)
 

Bridge Project and Rebuild secure almost $400,000 in one day

5 August, 2011 - It was an amazing day for the YMCA’s Bridge Project with close to $400,000 in cash and in kind being raised for the initiative and its spin-off ‘social enterprise’, Rebuild. Read more.

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Anti-crime and Violence Program Awards

Minister for Crime Prevention Andrew McIntosh congratulated the winners for their work to reduce family violence, anti-social behaviour, re-offending to protect children and vulnerable youth. Importantly, these awards also recognise and reward the hard work and commitment of project teams that develop and deliver crime prevention solutions. The Bridge Project, run by YMCA Victoria, received a national certificate and $15,000 for its work providing support, training and employment opportunities for young offenders in Melbourne. Read about the Awards for anti-crime and violence programs.

ReBuild open for your Business - 1800 758 963

ReBuild is a professional facility maintenance service with a socially inclusive approach. Your maintenance budget can help you meet your corporate social responsibility objectives and enable your business to directly get involved in the rehabilitation process and provide young ex-offenders with a second chance . Download Rebuild Info Booklet.