While these programs are valuable to all young people, Youth Opportunities is committed to raising funds to provide them free of charge to the most marginalised youth, creating equity in opportunities for all.

Since 2017, the Audi Foundation has proudly partnered with Youth Opportunities to help them deliver their transformative programs. Central to their work is the Personal Leadership Program, a 10-week initiative for high school students that includes two years of follow-up support. This program equips young people with the tools they need to succeed and offers wraparound services, including resources for parents and educators and scholarships to remove financial barriers for graduates pursuing academic or career goals.

Grounded in positive psychology and cognitive therapy, Youth Opportunities’ programs foster emotional intelligence and resilience. The impact is profound, with participants consistently reporting:

• Improved relationships with teachers, parents, and peers
• Increased motivation towards school
• Enhanced time management and organisational skills
• Improved academic performance

One program graduate shared:

At the start of Youth Opportunities, I wasn't very confident. I didn't like talking to new people and never liked putting my hand up in class. My grades weren't very good and I was uncertain about my career and future. I felt really stuck.

However, Youth Opportunities has completely transformed my outlook. I've learnt that confidence isn't something you're born with, it's something that you can build over time with the right support and mindset. Youth Opportunities has shown me that personal growth is always possible. Just because you are who you are now doesn't mean you can't change it for the better

Their work creates lasting impacts, inspiring young people to overcome challenges and pursue their best futures.

You can listen to the full graduate story here