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Your gift will support more clients like Kobi reach their employment goals.

Kobi has had to show great persistence and determination for 13 years at school, often working much harder than his classmates. He started working with Ethan, a disability support worker at Novita, a number of years ago. Ethan has become a mentor for Kobi, supporting him with his community participation goals and living skills.

“Me and Ethan go way back. It’s good to have his support now I’m older and going to leave school, because it’s a bit scary thinking about what’s next,” said Kobi.

Looking towards a positive future hasn’t always been easy for Kobi.

Kobi and his older sister, Angel came to live with their loving grandparents several years ago. This move, and his connection with Novita, was a turning point for Kobi. And now, he has another exciting new opportunity – Novita’s Transition to Work program.

Transition to Work supports young people living with disability to gain employment. Young people gain work experience and learn a core set of skills that can be applied to a range of jobs and industries. Importantly, young people like Kobi also become better communicators to help them reach their employment goals.

“I’m always excited about coming to Transition To Work. It’s really skills based and I’m learning what I need to know to get a job. Plus, I’m making new friends and having fun!”

Ethan has watched over Kobi as he has grown and matured, and now, he is by his side as he takes on the Transition To Work program. “It’s been really rewarding to see Kobi flourish in this program. He’s come a long way since we first met,” said Ethan.

Transition To Work has many valuable and practical modules, including Personal Administration, such as time management and organisation; Social Skills, where students learn about confidence and conversation, and Personal Skills, helping young people like Kobi build resilience and practice decision making.

Students like Kobi also have assistance preparing for job applications and interviews, as well as understanding new expectations from employers when they join the workforce.

We want to give more young people like Kobi access to Transition To Work. Now is the ideal time to make your tax-deductible donation. You can help young people like Kobi step into the future with confidence!