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

Young people believe they can change direction, make positive choices and shape their future. Staff are empowered to lead with purpose.

Energy Learning

Support is active, relational, challenging and child-centered. Young people learn through connection, experience and resilience-building.

Inspiring Leadership

JCP leads by example, influences systems and asks government, business, community and partners to think differently.

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.