Broadmeadows residents are being asked to pledge support for young people working their way through school and career decisions.
A new youth campaign, from June 10-22, will be headed by a partnership of commercial and community sectors that aims to connect more people with local services.
This could be by way of goods donated, especially sporting gear, bikes needing repair or unused computer equipment.
People can also offer their expertise for workshops, such as cooking classes, or homework tutoring.
Broadmeadows shopping centre will partner with Banksia Gardens Community Services.
There will be ‘‘pledge walls’’ and a place to leave goods outside Coles, as well as youth workshops in bicycle repairs, street art, and theatre at the community hub near the shopping centre’s main entrance.
“It’s about awareness-raising and giving us the capacity for fund-raising,” Banksia Gardens youth co-ordinator Jonathan Chee said.
“This will be a stepping stone to working with local businesses, especially for being able to offer jobs training and employment opportunities.”
Mr Chee said Banksia Gardens had already developed a “girls’ circle” for females aged 10-14, focused on healthy relationships and improving self-esteem. Banksia
Gardens plans to develop a similar group for young men.
Shopping centre management has already promised to extend its partnership with Banksia Gardens beyond the campaign period.
The centre will also donate $1000 and funds raised by registrations for a fun run and walk.
For more details about the campaign, visit www.broadmeadowsshopping.com.au
