Strong Pathways 6 Stage System
Strong Pathways is not just a program — it’s a system. Each stage connects culture, purpose, and identity with skills, readiness, and real jobs. Some participants walk the full cycle, others enter at different points. Elevations can sit within the system or stand alone. The system meets people where they are — and always walks them forward.
Foundations
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- Ignite Trust, Build Demand
We start by listening. Foundations builds trust with communities, schools, and employers, mapping the local job landscape so everyone is ready for change.
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- Job-gap mapping with employers
- Yarn and Learn sessions with Elders and schools
- Training for services and job consultants
- Final Report and Plan
Testimonial:
"Acadiam has worked closely with the Hunter Local Jobs Program to deliver Activations across the region… Passionate, community-driven, and committed to the region.” – Kempsey Litten, Job Coordinator, Local Jobs Program Hunter Region
Activations
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– Cultural Strengths, Identity & Direction
Activations is the spark. Participants discover their cultural strengths, explore job pathways, and begin their journey toward independence.
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- Ideal Life Cost – intro to budgeting and first car pathways
- Personality & Interest Job Alignment
- Cultural Strength Matcher
- Job Ready Checklist
- Connection to resources and mentoring
Testimonial:
“This should be in every school.” – Young Participant
“We were fortunate to have the team engage our First Nations students… The program empowered mob to believe in their potential, build financial independence, and aim high.” – Kiera Usher, Aboriginal Engagement Officer
Elevations
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– Yarning, Healing & Second Chances
Elevations is for participants rebuilding after justice or life challenges. It can be delivered inside the system or as a standalone healing pathway.
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- Trauma Impact Survey
- 3‑Part Plan – Heal / Stability / Work
- Justice-friendly job matching
- Yarning Circles – cultural healing and belonging
- Pre & Post‑Release Checklist (PR‑CL)
- Connection to resources and mentoring
Testimonial:
“Majority have nothing in place for release – The Compulsory Pre‑Release Checklist is becoming their bible – a map of where to go and who to turn to before they get released – it’s now being shared amongst non‑program participants.” – Ronnie Robinson, Turool Kore Aboriginal Men’s Group & Transitional Housing
“I’ve been in and out of jail ten times, where has this been?” – Inmate, Cessnock Correctional Facility
Revelations
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– Fast‑Track Job Readiness
A short, high‑impact program that prepares participants for real interviews, workplace expectations, and career mapping.
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- Breaking Cycles reflection
- Job Fit Profile
- Pick your job + build your budget
- Resume & interview WHO Story Builder
- Job Day with employers
Testimonial:
“The program gave me the all-round skills to get qualified and manage my money to help me get to where I am today.” – Judd Allen - Previous Participant
Accelerations
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– Job Entry & Industry Skills
Accelerations delivers short courses, tickets, and employer‑linked training so participants can step directly into jobs.
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- Entry → Skilled → Qualified job skills
- Regional job clusters by demand
- Short courses (White Card, RSA, First Aid)
- Work tasters and job trials
- Jobs4Mob platform integration
Testimonial:
“We’ve watched our mob come in unsure and walk out with hope, direction, and belief in themselves… It’s life‑changing.” – Glen Westwood, National Manager Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Engagement, The Salvation Army Australia Territory
Integrations
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– Mentoring & Life Stability
Long‑term success comes from mentoring. Integrations ensures participants are supported to stay strong in work and life.
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- To‑Do Life List
- Budgeting and savings guidance
- Mental health triggers & safety plans
- Ongoing mentor check‑ins
Testimonial:
“I’ve had my ups and downs but without the mentoring I don’t think I would have made it.” – Ash
The 6‑Stage System is a circle, not a line. By placing culture at the centre and allowing multiple entry points, Strong Pathways ensures no one is left behind. Each stage ripples out into families, communities, and industries — creating strength across generations.