SCHOOLS & YOUNG PEOPLE
Creative confidence and communication workshops for young people.
Young people have plenty to say.
Having the confidence, language and opportunity to say it can be another story.
Community ArtReach creates inclusive creative programs where young people can explore identity, storytelling, communication and self-expression without needing to be the loudest person in the room.
Through writing, conversation, creativity and supported speaking activities, participants build practical confidence while making meaningful connections with others.
Bring Community ArtReach to your school
More than a poetry workshop.
Poetry is one of the tools we use.
The bigger work is helping young people discover that their experiences, ideas and perspectives are worth expressing.
Programs can support:
- confidence
- communication
- storytelling
- public speaking
- creativity
- connection
- identity and self-expression
- participation
- listening
- presenting ideas
- preparing speeches
- sharing work with others
Programs
Find Your Voice
Creative confidence and self-expression. A small-group program helping young people discover what they want to say — and find the courage to say it.
Page to Stage
Writing, storytelling and supported public speaking. From the first draft to sharing it with a room.
Graduation Stories
Helping students reflect on their experience, identify what they are taking forward and prepare meaningful graduation speeches. A program that honours the transition — and the people making it.
Custom Programs
Programs developed around the needs, cohort and goals of your school or youth organisation. Tell us what you're working with and we'll build something that fits.
Designed for actual young people.
Not every student enjoys putting their hand up.
Not everyone wants to perform.
Some communicate best through writing first. Some need time to think. Some students are confident socially but terrified of presenting. Others have spent years learning how to disappear in group settings.
Our facilitation recognises different communication styles and creates multiple ways to participate — so that more young people can find an entry point that feels manageable.
We work to create psychologically safer spaces where young people can take creative risks without fear of getting it wrong. Our approach is inclusive and neuro-affirming, designed to meet participants where they are rather than where we expect them to be.
What schools and young people say
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Schools and organisations we've worked with
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Bring a program to your school or youth community.
Tell us about your young people, what you're hoping to achieve and the environment you're working in.
We'll help you identify a program that fits.
You might also be interested in our poetry workshops, Draw Your (S)words events or individual confidence programs. Read about who we are.
Frequently asked questions
Do your accept NDIS funding?
We accept NDIS funding if your are plan/self-managed.
Please advise if this is something you require and we can supply the relevant NDIS line to bill you for via invoice.
Can I cancel and get a refund?
Our goal is for every client to feel completely satisfied with our service, whether that be our workshops, events or peer support. If this isn’t the case, let us know and we’ll do our best to work with you to make it right.
What is Draw Your (S)words?
Draw Your (S)words is more than just a monthly spoken word event. It is a place where we proudly offer a platform for all to share their stories, connect in a safe space and feel included. It is more of a family.
There is never any pressure to perform at our events or workshops, your work is sacred to you and we will respect if you don't want to share.
Is your workshop content accessible?
Yes, we believe accessibility and inclusion should be the bare minimum. Our content is designed by and for neurodivergent folks. And all DYS events are held in wheelchair accessible spaces.
What will I need to attend a workshop?
An open mind, something to write with/on and your willingness to brave the vulnerability that poetry offers.