Victoria

This workshop operates as both an indoor and outdoor educational experience. We invite students into our classroom within the Salvation Army’s historic 69 Bourke street building. Inside, we break down how and why people come to experience homelessness in Australia. During the outdoor tour component of the program, we walk along the city’s footpaths and explore sites of refuge and hear stories of lived experience. Students will have the chance to participate in engaging activities aimed at challenging stereotypes and offering pathways to combat social inequities.

This meaningful experiential learning program is designed to challenge preconceptions, increase knowledge, inspire empathy and provide a platform for social justice activation. The workshop is curriculum aligned and suits a range of learning units, including the Year 9 City Experience and the VCAL Personal Development Skills strand.

Level: Secondary (Year 8+)

Location: Bourke St, Melbourne CBD

Attendees: 25 students per tour (two tours can be facilitated concurrently)

Duration: 120 minutes (alternative 90 minute option available upon request)

Cost: This workshop incurs a fee (typically $350 + GST), but cost should not be a barrier to accessing this education, so please contact us to discuss alternative options.

Virtual Classroom : Available (60 minutes)

In this incursion, students explore experiences of poverty in Australia and consider the drivers of inequality. An interactive budgeting activity stimulates discussion about hardship and the cycle of poverty. Students learn about The Salvation Army’s work to interrupt this cycle and are encouraged to apply a justice lens and act compassionately.

Level: Secondary (Year 9 +)

Location: In school

Attendees: 15 - 50 students

Duration: 60 - 90 minutes

Virtual Classroom : Available (60 minutes)

In this highly participatory simulation activity, the classroom becomes representative of society and income inequality in Australia. Each student follows the life and financial position of someone over a three-month period. Students consider the factors that influence an individual’s financial situation and ability to secure housing and everyday necessities. We conclude by exploring the impact of social support and how young people can contribute to a more equitable society.  

Level: Secondary (Years 8+) 

Location: In school 

Attendees: 12 - 30 students 

Duration: 60 – 90 minutes

Cost: This workshop incurs a fee (typically $200 + GST) or a donation to The Salvation Army. However, cost should not be a barrier to accessing this education, so please contact us to discuss alternative options.

This primary school program introduces the Salvation Army and encourages young people to recognise their social impact. Using a range of fun activities and videos, students explore the concept of ‘caring’ and the ways that children and young people can positively support their communities and contribute to social change.

Level: Primary (Grades 4-6)

Location: In school

Attendees: 25 - 50 students

Duration: 45 minutes

Virtual Classroom : Available (30 - 40 minutes)