Community
Trust
Annesbrook Community Trust exists to bring lasting change and hope to our local community.
We partner with local schools and organisations to deliver empowering programmes that equip young people with the tools they need to thrive. At the heart of everything we do are strong relationships and practical support—helping young people discover their value, build resilience, and find a sense of purpose in their lives.
Shine Girl
Shine Girl is an eight-week personal development programme designed to inspire and empower pre-teen and teenage girls. It focuses on building self-worth, resilience, and a sense of purpose through engaging lessons on Worth, Strength, and Purpose. A key part of Shine is the positive, trusting relationships built between the facilitators and the girls.
Our dedicated team creates a safe and supportive environment where each participant feels seen, heard, and valued. Through encouragement, team activities, and one-on-one conversations, facilitators help the girls grow in confidence and self-belief. Each girl receives her own journal, thoughtful take-home gifts, and a certificate upon graduation. Shine Girl uses creative, interactive, and reflective learning to help girls discover their unique value and embrace their potential.
Shine Girl Team: Hayley Nam & Skippy Maxwell
"I didn't know I was worth anything until Shine. Now I feel like I have a purpose."
– Shine Girl Participant, Term 1 2025
24-7 YouthWork
For over 15 years, Annesbrook Community Trust has proudly facilitated the 24-7 YouthWork programme in local schools, walking alongside young people during some of the most formative years of their lives. 24-7 YouthWork is a national initiative focused on presence-based youth support, placing dedicated youth workers in schools to build strong, consistent relationships and be a positive, trusted presence in students’ everyday lives.
Our youth workers don’t just show up—they genuinely care. We currently have youth workers in Broadgreen Intermediate, Nayland College, and Nelson College for Girls, partnering closely with school staff to create a healthy, connected school culture.
The programme is built on five key outcomes: building positive relationships, supporting staff and students, cultivating school spirit, developing leadership, and helping young people engage in meaningful out-of-school activities. At the heart of it all is a deep desire to see every young person feel valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
24-7 YouthWork Team: Paris Heslop, Shelley Williams, Ruby Dorfling & Joseph Meleisea
Community Trust Manager
My name is Shelley Williams, and I have the privilege of serving as Trust Manager for Annesbrook Community Trust. I am honoured to work alongside our dedicated teams and incredible volunteers, whose commitment makes our work possible.
If you would like to learn more about our programmes or explore opportunities to partner with us through volunteering or other support, please feel free to get in touch with me directly—I would love to connect and share more.
Partner With Us
We believe in the power of community, and we know we can’t do this work alone. Our programmes are made possible through the generous support of individuals, businesses, and sponsors who share our heart for seeing young people thrive. If you’d like to contribute financially to help fund Shine Girl, 24-7 YouthWork, or other future initiatives, we’d love to hear from you. Every donation goes directly toward creating positive change in the lives of young people across our region.
If you would like to make a donation to the Annesbrook Community Trust, click the button below.