New Stars Basketball Association is run by a small, dedicated team who work with over 250 self-referred, at risk young people every week. They operate in a modest community centre in Springvale on barely the whiff of an oily rag.
We have been working with New Stars since May 2010, virtually on a daily basis, helping to build the capacity of this small but dynamic organisation. With a strict "no pass no play" policy, the kids are encouraged and supported through a regular homework tutor group in their education.
This program is as much about education, discipline, goal setting and independence as it is about basketball. Igniting Change has inspired and enabled very significant financial and in kind support.
"New Stars breaks down barriers and creates new hope for young people on the edge."