Program Overview

The Bilwon Rise Up Youth Empowerment Program supports children and young people aged 10–17 years who may be experiencing challenges in their lives and would benefit from additional guidance, positive role models, and opportunities to build confidence, resilience, and life skills.

Through culturally safe, strengths-based activities, the program provides early support to help young people strengthen their connection to family, culture, education, and community, while encouraging positive pathways for their future.

Referrer Responsibility

Before submitting this referral, you must ensure the child or young person and their parent or legal guardian where appropriate, understand that their information will be collected, used, and shared with MaraWay, and that MaraWay may contact them.

Consent confirmation

If ‘No’: This referral cannot be accepted without consent.

Information Sharing and Privacy

Information provided in this form will be managed in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld), and relevant Queensland legislation. Information may be shared with consent, or where authorised to support the safety, wellbeing, or protection of the child or young person. All information is stored securely and accessed only by authorised personnel.

Assessment Process

Submitting this form does not guarantee acceptance into the program. All referrals are reviewed by an independent panel, which will determine eligibility.

1. Referrer Details

2. Young Person's details

3. Parent / Guardian details

4. Other significant family members (e.g. siblings, aunts, uncles, grandparents etc.)

5. Concerns and Worries

6. Client Risk

The purpose of this risk assessment form is to evaluate risks across various domains, including high-risk behaviours previously or currently demonstrated by participants, risks associated with Activities of Daily Living, risks related to home visits, and cognitive and communication abilities.

This risk assessment must be completed for all participants, to ensure the safety and well-being of both the participants and the staff working collaboratively to achieve individual goals.

The MaraWay is committed to prioritising the safety of participants and staff.

Depending on the identified risks, a range of options and strategies will be considered and implemented to address each unique situation, with detailed guidance on potential solutions provided. Please provide any details in the appropriate risk category.

Child-Specific Risks (if applicable)

• Developmental delays: Unaddressed learning or behavioural challenges.

• School non-attendance: Chronic absenteeism or disengagement from education.

Trauma History: Exposure to abuse, violence, or significant loss.

• Age and developmental stage: Younger children or those with special needs may be more vulnerable.

• Previous trauma: children who have experienced prior abuse or neglect may have heightened risk

Social & Relational Risks

• Relationships with known offenders: Associations with individuals who have a history of harming children.

• Unstable relationships: Domestic violence, frequent changes in caregivers, or high conflict between family members.

• Lack of social support: Limited access to supportive family, friends, or community networks.

Health-Related Risks

• Physical health issues: Chronic illnesses, untreated conditions, or disabilities that require urgent attention.

• Mental health challenges: Diagnosed or suspected mental health disorders affecting safety or daily functioning. Untreated or unmanaged mental health issues that may pose risks.

• Substance abuse: Alcohol or drug misuse impacting decision-making, relationships, or physical health. Active or past drug and alcohol misuse that may impair judgment or caregiving capacity