Labor Will Expand City Futures For Southeast Students
We know that the right support at the right time can change a young person’s life.
That’s why a re-elected Carroll Labor Government will invest $1.2 million to help more students across the southeast join a groundbreaking program called City Futures.
City Futures delivers football sessions and in-class theory around leadership, respect and personal development in school years 7 to 9.
It is delivered by Melbourne City FC's charitable arm, City in The Community.
The program is led by members of its Young Leaders program, providing students with relatable, positive role models.
Labor’s investment will allow City Futures to more than double the number of schools it works with.
An evaluation of the program found teachers identified positive changes in behaviour and performance – both academically and on the field – following City Futures.
Only Labor believes in community programs like City Futures to provide positive opportunities for young people.
When Jess Wilson’s Liberals were last in government, they cut $1 billion from schools.
Now, they say they will make $40 billion in cuts – and you can’t cut $40 billion without impacting programs just like this one.
Quotes attributable to Premier Ben Carroll
“We know that the right support at the right time can change a young person’s life.”
Quotes attributable to Minister for Education Gabrielle Williams
"This is about giving every child the best possible start, no matter their postcode.”
Quotes attributable to Labor Candidate for Narre Warren South Stefan Koomen
“By combining sport, mentoring and learning, we’re giving local students the confidence, skills and support to succeed.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Narre Warren North Belinda Wilson
“I’m proud that Labor is investing in opportunities that support local students both inside and outside the classroom.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Cranbourne Pauline Richards
“Every student deserves the chance to find what they’re good at and build their confidence.”
