Big sister programs sydney

Based on over years of international experience and expertise, our impactful long-term mentoring programs have led us to become one of the most respected and renowned mentoring organisations nationwide. We offer a diverse range of high-quality mentoring programs to meet the needs of young people across Australia. When a young person is referred to Big Brothers Big Sisters Australia, our qualified mentoring program teams assess the needs of the individual to determine which mentoring program is most appropriate.

Our dedicated team works tirelessly to facilitate positive mentoring matches for young people across Australia. Big Sister mentors attend comprehensive training which equips them with the skills and information to ensure they can handle issues which may arise. The formal program commences in April with a three day Butterfly Bootcamp, where the Little Sisters meet their Big Sister mentors and attend various workshops focusing on core underlying issues such as self-esteem, resilience, anxiety, anger management, trauma and health.

Volunteer Mentors and Little Sisters are supported throughout the year by highly professional and experienced team leaders, counselors and trauma specialists.

Become a Big Sister Volunteer Mentor. Community-Based mentoring is designed to help young people develop a greater sense of belonging and self-worth.

In-School mentoring works collaboratively with schools to identify young people who require additional support. Our interactive, monitored online mentoring platform 'OurSpace' enables us to provide mentoring support to young people across Australia.

Young Achievers. Young Achievers program matches young people with mentors working in their field of interest and take part in workshops providing them with unique challenges and leadership opportunities.

How you can get involved. Ways to Give. Partner with Us. Become a Mentor.