Get your school involved
We work with students across the Canberra/Goulburn region to raise awareness of social justice issues within their community and empower them to create positive change within their own lives and their community.
Contact our team
Email: schools@vinnies-cg.org.au
Vinnies Workshops
We have a range of interactive activities, programs and workshops for schools which want to expand their understanding of how they can support the local community.
Social Justice Workshop
In this interactive workshop students will explore:
Discover the origins and mission of Vinnies.
Explore what social justice means in everyday life.
Learn how Vinnies puts social justice into action.
Build practical ideas for creating positive change.
Connect faith, service and community action.
Homelessness Workshop
In this interactive workshop students will explore:
Understand different experiences of homelessness.
Explore the causes and impacts of homelessness.
Learn how Vinnies supports people in need.
Discover how students can make a difference.
Challenge common stereotypes and stigma.
Night Patrol Van Visit
Explore different leadership styles.
Develop practical leadership skills.
Build confidence and find your voice.
Each includes a presentation and activities. Suitable for Kindergarten – Year 12.
We can tailor our each program to your schools needs.
DARE
This program focus’ on preventative mental health factors and supporting student wellbeing.
In this interactive workshop students will explore:
- Identity
- Emotions
- Friendships
- Help to seek mental health and wellbeing
Includes a presentation and activities.
Suitable for Year 3 – Year 6.
This program can be 1 full day program, 4 x 80-90 minute sessions or 8 x 60-80 minute sessions.
Want to establish a Mini Vinnies at your school or have one and want some support?
Email us: schools@vinnies-cg.org.au
For resources and inspiration for your Mini Vinnies group go to Teacher Recourses.
We can attend school assemblies, social justice group meetings and other school events.
Winter Appeal
- The Vinnies Winter Appeal provides emergency relief to people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
School Sleepouts
- School sleepouts put students and teachers in the shoes of people experiencing primary homelessness.
Christmas Appeal
- The Vinnies Christmas Appeal helps to make Christmas a more positive time for people experiencing hardship. Schools can donate gifts for children and their families who are experiencing financial disadvantage and social disadvantage as well as young carers.
Volunteer with Us
- Vinnies has multiple volunteering opportunities. These include Youth Programs: St Joes, St Nicks and VINES as well as Night Patrol, Compeer, retail and more.
- Find out more information about Volunteer Opportunities in Canberra.
Want to get involved?
Contact us at schools@vinnies-cg.org.au
Teacher resources
Vinnies resources to assist you and your students in learning about social justice and wellbeing.