Our Impact

Community.
Awards.
Outcomes.

Celebrating the real-world impact of Project Sunrise through community engagement, recognition, and measurable outcomes across Victoria.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Reaching communities
where they are

Project Sunrise has hosted and participated in a wide range of community forums, cultural events, conferences, and outreach sessions across Victoria — including in Melton, Brimbank, Wyndham, Yarra, and beyond.

Sierra Leonean Community Event
Sierra Leonean Community Event Cultural outreach & community engagement
Youth & Community Forum
Youth & Community Forum Melton Young Communities
Community Outreach Session
Community Outreach Session Brimbank & Wyndham regions
AOD Youth and Family Forum at Yarra Youth Centre 2025
AOD Youth & Family Forum Yarra Youth Centre — 2025
RECOGNITION & AWARDS

Recognised for our
community impact.

ACHIEVABLE OUTCOMES

Measuring what
matters.

Project Sunrise is committed to accountability and continuous improvement. Our program targets meaningful, sustainable outcomes for young Africans and their communities across Victoria.

Improved understanding of AOD-related harm among young people of African heritage

Average treatment time is 100 days with measurable improvement in AOD knowledge, wellbeing, and community connection.

Treatment Outcomes — Year 2
01
Reduce AOD-related harm Measurable reduction in harmful alcohol and other drug use among participants
02
Improve service access Increased uptake of AOD and mental health services by young African Australians
03
Build community trust Strengthen trust between service providers and African Australian communities across Victoria
04
Support family wellbeing Improved outcomes for families and carers through dedicated family support programs
05
Raise AOD awareness Increased community-level awareness of AOD risks and available culturally safe supports
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Words from those we’ve walked alongside.

“Project Sunrise gave me support I didn’t know I needed. They understood my culture, my family, my struggles. I didn’t feel judged. I felt seen.”

— Young person, 19 · Referred by community organisation

“I’ve referred multiple young people to Project Sunrise. The difference is real — cultural knowledge, genuine connection. Families trust them in ways they’ve never trusted mainstream services.”

— Community case worker · Western suburban health service

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