Youth Empowerment 

Programs

 JCP Youth is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to empowering and uplifting young people facing challenges in our community. JCP Youth is at the forefront of providing crucial support and mentorship to those who need it most.

Youth Engagement

“Empowering young people to be the best version of themselves”

JCP Youth

The BEAST Program

The BEAST Program is a responsive mentoring program for young people with complex needs. It is the core work of JCP Youth.

JCP Youth - Programs and Seminars

Corporate & School Programs

JCP Youth deliver high impact seminars and programs for Businesses, Sporting Groups, Schools & Events. The seminars provide funding for our work with at-risk and vulnerable young people.

JCP Youth - Kaleido Camps

Kaleido Camps

Tailored holiday programs designed for children aged 8-12. These programs provide meaningful experiences, mentorship, and foster resilience and growth.

Meet Will Smith OAM:
Founder and CEO

Will Smith is the CEO and Founder of JCP Youth, and is widely regarded as one of Australia’s leading youth reform and development coaches. Raised in hardship, Will’s life experience shaped a relentless commitment to helping vulnerable young people rewrite their futures. With a background as a Special Operations Group tactical operator, Will now leads high-impact, outcomes-driven programs for young people with complex needs, particularly those engaged in the youth justice system. His work has been recognised nationally, including through a Human Rights Award and acknowledgement in the Australian of the Year Awards. For his work with young people, Will has been awarded an Order of the Medal of Australia.  

Our Belief Systems

Empowerment

It is important for our young people to believe that they can have an impact.

Our programs aim to empower our participants to build on their own values and self-belief system.

Our programs deliver impactful messages that empower young people to create a positive change in their life and other lives around them.

Energy Learning

Energy Learning is the difference that sets our programs apart.

Young people thrive on engagement and energy and we deliver it to the highest standard. Development occurs through interactive sessions that offer participants an opportunity to step up and out of their comfort zone. In all programs, we aim to leave a lasting message on all participants.

Inspiring Leadership

Everybody has leadership potential. We are all meant to shine.

Our team offer a unique look into the lives of ordinary people, who are achieving extraordinary outcomes with our young people. 

We believe that all programs must challenge our participants to embrace their leadership potential and develop it, each and every day.

BEAST Program

The BEAST Program is unique, sitting at the forefront of youth reform. It provides an opportunity for young people with complex needs to engage in sustainable and intensive mentorship with the intent to create reform outcomes. Achieved through proactive response, programming and additional supports to participants who are often looking to become a better version of who they can be! 

Volunteer

Everyone loves help, including us!

BEAST Program Referral

If you would like more information on our BEAST Program or would like to refer a young person please complete the referral form below.