Supporting young people to reach their true potential

Stephen Michael

A West Australian Football Legend

Stephen Michael is widely considered to be one of the greatest ever players from Western Australia and arguably the greatest in the history of the South Fremantle Football Club.

Throughout his life, Stephen has demonstrated great values and integrity and the perfect role model to have a foundation honouring his name.

A proud Aboriginal man, Stephen was born in Wagin, WA and grew up in the southern Wheatbelt town of Kojonup before making his way to the South Fremantle Football Club where he became a legend.

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Stretching Our Skillset 

Recently we had the privilege of having Gymnastics WA come to our head office in Fremantle and deliver a professional development session on gymnastics to our staff. The session was fun, upbeat, packed with a variety of gymnastics activities and most importantly, was an opportunity to expand our skillset and ensure we up-skill in areas we can then engage our youth in.

Big thank you to @gymwa for giving up their time to give us the tools to now be able to engage in gym-based activities! 🤸🏽
Happy Birthday to Toby!

Toby leads and works in the Upper Great Southern Region. His dedication to empowering the youth of Narrogin and Brookton students is an asset to the Foundation’s goal of making a difference in communities we work in. Toby’s dynamic spirit and enthusiasm is part of what makes his work with young people so successful.

As a Program Coordinator, his days are busy working on programs both in preparation and delivery, but Toby also has an eye for all things business and is quick to offer business growth advice particularly in the marketing space. On top of this, Toby works to recruit young talent through the Rams Football Academy through nurturing participants’ growth and helping young people pursue their dreams.

Outside of the day-to-day tasks, Toby adds value to many other areas. Whether he’s leading a workshop or sharing a laugh with colleagues, Toby’s bubbly personality creates a vibrant atmosphere that uplifts those around him. We are lucky to have him on our team. Have a great day, Toby!
Wishing a very happy birthday to the talented Linda Loo!

Linda’s artistic ability is matched by her strong cultural knowledge and life experience. Through her art and storytelling, she creates meaningful connections with youth, empowering them to enhance their wellbeing and embrace their cultural identity.

Linda’s empathy and understanding fosters strong relationships with young people, who greatly appreciate her support and guidance as an elder.

Whether she’s teaching an art session or having a yarn, Linda’s positive influence on youth and the broader community is evident. We are truly fortunate to work alongside her. Happy birthday Linda!
JAMBINU CARNIVAL 2024 💥

What a blast the 2024 Jambinu Carnival was! One week on and we are still reliving all of our favourite moments from this fantastic weekend in Geraldton.

Here’s a little look at what the weekend was all about. Stay tuned for more as we showcase the talent, teamwork, and joy felt by all from this special community event.
Happy Birthday Tamashya! 

Today, we celebrate the incredible Mashya. Joining SMF last year as a SEDA College workplace student, she quickly stood out as a positive influence among young people, naturally earning their trust and respect.

Throughout the past year, Tamashya has shown remarkable personal and professional growth. She stands as a shining example of a young leader who truly cares and is making a lasting impact on the lives of the youth she works with. 

Tamashya is grounded, empathetic, and mature beyond her years, qualities that not only make her an exceptional role model but also an amazing young women. We are proud of all she has accomplished, grateful for the positive energy she brings, and look forward to seeing her continued impact. Have a great birthday Mashya!
Over the past three weeks, our staff travelled out to work with the talented Years 8-10 students at Northam Senior High School. The students engaged in a mix of teamwork, communication, mindfulness and perception activities, as well as a variety of sports, all aimed at building leadership skills and fostering personal growth. 

The participation and enthusiasm from the students was incredible. Students made special connections with one another and our staff and were able to open up and share with us about their lives in such a short space of time. It was inspiring to watch as they fully embraced the values of leadership, teamwork, and self-awareness.

Thank you to Northam SHS for welcoming us into your school community and thank you to the students for your dedication to the program. We thoroughly enjoyed every part of these three weeks and are excited to see what the future holds as our Rising Leaders Program continues to grow! 🌱
Jambinu week is here!🤩
 
We are proud to present our Jambinu guernseys, once again featuring stunning artwork by Tracey Green. 
 
The design highlights the kangaroo, symbolising strength, loyalty and the ability to journey forward. The footprints represent communities coming together for celebrations, sad times, and yarning circles. The circle areas signify our people joining together in harmony and respect.
Rising Leaders in Review 

It’s been a big few weeks for our schools involved in the Rising Leaders Program. We’ve had social media awareness, student-led events, group challenges, staff vs student games, meditation sessions, and more. 

Our students have relished the opportunity to try new things and continue to embrace the program as it comes to an end. Check out some of the best bits 🌟
Happy Birthday to Mr Efficiency a.k.a Mark.

As the name suggests, Mark is our go to man for all things efficiency. Whether it be thinking up new ways of doing things, speeding current processes or revamping old systems, Mark is the man. 

But when he isn’t upgrading our admin or enhancing our brand, he is heading up our Umpiring Program. Mark designs and leads all of our umpire sessions, and does so with notable passion. He brings years of personal experience and a devotion to seeing young people thrive in their young umpiring careers. 

We wish you a wonderful day today Mark!
Happy birthday Georgia! 

Georgia is a program coordinator at the Foundation who has worked in roles across both the Perth Metro and Gascoyne regions, having an excellent impact on the students both in school and in the community. 

In particular, Georgia set her mind to making a difference in the small town of Carnarvon over the last couple of years and has left an incredible mark on the school and students through her tireless efforts to empower youth in Carnarvon and build our programs throughout the Gascoyne. 

Georgia’s creativity, dedication to her role, and willingness to try new things at the Foundation makes her a valuable asset and someone we are fortunate to work alongside.

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