NextGen Navigators 2024 pilot learning and reflections report

We are excited to share the Learning and Reflections Report from the 2024 pilot programs of NextGen Navigators at Mullumbimby and Evans River High Schools. This innovative youth resilience program, was co-designed with students and delivered in response to the growing need for disaster preparedness among young people in the Northern Rivers. The report offers rich insights into the pilot experiences and outlines key lessons for future program development.

We are deeply grateful to Amarina Donohoe-Bales and Dr Rebecca McNaught for their voluntary time, dedication, and expertise in co-designing the learning approach, gathering meaningful feedback, and synthesising the outcomes. Thanks also to the students, teachers, facilitators, and school staff who generously gave their input and support throughout the pilot. Building on these learnings, we are currently working with a group of student consultants at Evans River High to create a refreshed, more engaging version of the program – stay tuned for a new name and exciting developments in 2025!