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Read The Play

Read The Play

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Thriving Young People

Their purpose is to deliver innovative programs in partnership with sporting clubs that empower young people to take control of their mental health and wellbeing.

Read the Play (RTP) is a unique mental health literacy and early intervention program delivered free through local sporting clubs in the Barwon region, aiming to empower young people aged 12–18 years. RTP uses the connection and engagement that young people have with sports to provide vital mental health education, fostering awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging help-seeking behaviours.

2025 Pitch

Funds Raised: $68,000

Pitched at Thriving Young People 2025 event for support to deliver programs free of charge to junior players at local sports clubs in the Barwon region. Each program improves mental health literacy and help-seeking behaviours in young people aged 12–18, addressing stigma and empowering them to seek support.

Learn more about Read The Play

https://readtheplay.org.au/

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