b'GRANTSAn Ocean Mind participant enjoys surfingOCEAN MIND The project addresses risks associated with online hate Surf Therapy Program speech through the development and performance of a Combining the benefits of mentoring and surfing activities,collaborative theatre show in conjunction with communities Ocean Mind develops evidence-based programs that createin Robinvale (Tati Tati and Wadi Wadi). Alinta was also staged life-changing experiences for young people who face mentalin Mildura.health challenges, social isolation and disabilities.Newsboys supports the delivery of programs in Anglesea,RIGHTEOUS PUPS AUSTRALIAOcean Grove and the Mornington Peninsula. The Wellness Warriors ProjectThe project helps young people in central Victoria, who are OZCHILD deemed to be at significant educational and psychological Chance to Shine Scholarship Program risk, through an innovative therapy dog program. Young The program provides educational scholarships topeople work under the guidance of a counsellor and vulnerable and disadvantaged young people who are livingprofessional dog trainer to learn how to train assistance in out of home care and supported by OzChild to ensuredogs and in doing so, develop their own self-awareness, self-they have the necessary resources and opportunities toconfidence and social skills.reach their full potential.PHUNKTIONALAlintaAlinta is a performing arts project in Robinvale led by Australian First Nations people and facilitated by Phunktional. Alinta aims to strengthen the social and emotional wellbeing of local young people by raising awareness about online hate speech. Inspired by First Nations stories along the Murray River, it empowers young people and promotes safety.16NEWSBOYS FOUNDATION ANNUAL REPORT 2025'