Change Makers

Young people can change the world

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Young people can change the world •

What is Change Makers?

We provide young curious change makers with a fun and safe environment to explore and connect to the world we live in. Through engaging activities, games, discussions and nature play they will develop the skills, knowledge and agency to be the change they wish to see in the world. 

Not sure if this is right for you child? They are welcome to join our group for one session totally free!

We offer free pick up from St Kilda Primary School.

  • Junior Change Makers

    Grade 1-2
    Tuesdays 4-5pm
    Limited places available

  • Middle-Years Change Makers

    Grade 3-4
    Mondays 4-5pm
    Limited places available

  • Senior Change Makers

    Grade 5-6
    Wednesdays 4-5:30pm
    Limited places available

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Change Makers in 2022

Learn more about what we did in Change Makers in 2022 on our blog. It will give you a taste of what’s to come in 2023.

  • “I LOVE Change Maker School. As a young person I feel very strongly about the future our present society is creating. Change Maker School is a great way to meet kids with similar beliefs and passions. It is extremely motivational to find out you’re not alone. ”

  • "I love that we are so open and respect each other and we are passionate about strong issues."

  • "It’s a place where I can share my ideas and problems with our community and the world."

  • “It’s changed my thinking of the world and helps me not just to see the world in black-and-white. It has opened my mind to much more of the problems in our earth and has made me who I am today. I love Change Maker School because it’s a great way to get involved and have your say in what happens in the world and your future. I think it has made me a better person because it has helped me to see that anyone including me can make a change in the world. I loved meeting new people with lots of different opinions and personalities.”

  • "I like being able to connect with nature and having a chance to do something to help nature."

  • "It’s a safe place where I can be who I like and have an argument but not take it personally. I am able to share my ideas and be as weird as I like with nobody caring."

  • "I love that in change makers we can have fun and be serious at the same time. We make change by working together."

  • “I enjoy Change Maker School because when I participate it gives me the courage and hope that someday I can make a difference to our world. And the fact that I can do this with my friends beside me inspires me even more. The impact Change Maker School has had on me is that it has made me realise that my dreams are possible, and that I should take any opportunities that are thrown my way.”

  • "I love that we are so open and that we respect, care and listen to each other."

Location

Elsternwick Park Tennis Centre

464 St Kilda Street
Elwood, VIC

Please note: We will be spending time outdoors in nature at the nearby Yalukit Willam Nature Reserve and canal whenever possible but pickup and drop off will be at this location.

Phone
0429 634 266

 
 

 FAQs

  • That depends on the weather and the young humans that show up! All of our sessions are driven by the change makers themselves.

    Some days we spend time outside exploring the nearby park, following our curiosity and connecting with nature. Other times we are busy working on projects that address issues we care about.

    Learn more about what we got up to in 2022 on our blog right here.

  • Meg and Jo run these sessions.

    Meg (she/her) has been working in the social and environmental justice space for over 10 years as an educator, writer, researcher and communicator. She is the facilitator for the Middle-Years and Senior Change Makers.

    Jo (she/her) is a seasoned educator and assistant principal who has been working hard to revolutionise education for many years. She is the

    We both hold either VIT registration or a Working With Children Check.

    Feel free to shoot through any questions you might have.

  • Megan will meet the change makers at a pre-arranged location just outside the school. They will then travel to the Elsternwick Park Tennis Centre by tram.

  • Sign up using this form and Megan will be in touch with you soon with more details.

  • Junior and Middle-Years Change Makers: $23 per session

    Senior Change Makers: $25.50 per session

    We offer discounts for siblings and concession card holders.