Young Territorians on country

Rite 2 Rise

Youth support,
reimagined for the Territory

Place-based, trauma-informed programs that meet young people where they are — on country, online, and year-round.

2022

Founded in Darwin

1st

Certified social enterprise in the NT

Year-round

Digital + physical programs

100%

For Territorians, by Territorians

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(About)

A youth support organisation that listens and acts.

Founded in Darwin in 2022 as Pathfinders NT, Rite 2 Rise is the first certified social enterprise in the Northern Territory. We deliver place-based therapeutic mentoring and wellbeing services for Territorians, by Territorians.

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Rite 2 Rise crew with young people

(What we offer)

Programs that help young people rise

Flagship · Circular Economy

Scraps 2 Staples Micro Recycling Factory

Our flagship circular economy offering — a youth-operated micro recycling factory turning waste into usable products. Now open to schools, community groups and individuals.

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NDIS · Fee-for-Service

Therapeutic Mentoring & Respite

Group-based therapeutic mentoring for NDIS participants and young people needing tailored support, from a few hours to multi-day respite camps.

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Ages 15-25 · Free

Youth Enterprise & Community Projects

Participant-led market stalls and community projects building employability, leadership and social connection through real-world experience.

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Ages 12-17 · Darwin · Free

LAUNCH Night Series

A free Saturday night safe space running four Saturday nights in a row each school term — multi-sport tournaments, creative activities, meals, and wellbeing support for young people aged 12-17.

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Proudly funded by the Northern Territory Government and the City of Darwin.

Northern Territory GovernmentCity of DarwinLAUNCH
Ages 10-17 · Free

Reel Connections Fishing Club

Currently paused over the wet season — back in action starting with Palmerston in 2027.

A free therapeutic outdoor wellbeing program using fishing for connection, skill development, and community building. All gear provided.

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Proudly funded by the NT Government Office for Youth Affairs.

Northern Territory Government
Online · Free

Digital Youth Hub

Our online platform keeping young people connected when distance, weather or circumstance keeps them off Country — mentoring, creative activities and wellbeing support from anywhere.

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Proudly funded by the NT Government Office for Youth Affairs.

Northern Territory Government

(From the crew)

Tangle bins excursion with the Reel Connections Fishing Club — keeping Darwin's waterways clean and safe.

Tangle bins excursion with the Reel Connections Fishing Club — keeping Darwin's waterways clean and safe.

(Testimonials)

What people say about us

Yoel - Learning Designer

“I loved working with Jessy and the team at Pathfinders. They are inspiring, hardworking and have a genuine interest in building educational programs that are cutting edge and evidence-based. The work they are doing is providing meaningful and relevant opportunities for young people to engage and stay connected with their community. I highly recommend connecting with them and bringing them to your school or organisation.”

(Accredited & supported by)

Outdoor Health Australia
Outdoor Education Australia NT
Youth Workers' Association
Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association
NT Mental Health Coalition
People + Planet First Verified Social Enterprise
We Support the NDIS
Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise
Good Market Approved

(Supporters)

Northern Territory Government
City of Darwin
LAUNCH
Reeling Veterans
OzFish Unlimited
IBC Social Enterprise
Colorama
Brodie Hopkins Media