Thanks to investment from the Investing in Women funding program, Girls on Fire is expanding its impact in 2025 with the launch of Fire Up Vocational Pathways Programs—eight-week camps designed to help school leavers gain the qualifications, confidence, and experience needed to pursue careers in service industries.

The very first Fire Up Vocational Pathways Program kicks off in Kemps Creek, NSW, on March 14th, with more programs to follow in other areas. We’re taking a hands-on approach—learning from this first program to refine and improve future camps.

What’s Included?

These programs are all about practical experience, mentorship, and real career pathways.

Here’s what participants can expect:

• Cultural literacy and community involvement – Traditional custodians, community-led project teams, and Girls on Fire partners will play a key role in shaping each program.
• Hands-on training with expert mentors – Participants will gain skills backed by evidence-based training and the expertise of the Girls on Fire team and partners.
• A clear pathway to jobs and qualifications – We’re working closely with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and leveraging existing relationships with RFS and Chubb to create career and volunteer opportunities.
• Ongoing support and mentorship – We’re not just training participants and sending them off—we’re actively helping them create a network so they can connect with possible future jobs, training, and volunteering opportunities.
• Proof of concept and program effectiveness – We’re measuring the program’s impact before, during, and after each camp to ensure its success.
• Resilience and wellbeing – With help from the Rise Foundation, we’re integrating resilience training and wellbeing support into the program, including our own version of reflective practice to help participants develop self-awareness and adaptability.

Thank You to Our Supporters

A huge thank you to the Rural Fire Service NSW (RFS NSW) for their invaluable support in making this program a reality. Their commitment to training and community resilience is helping shape the next generation of service leaders.

Stay Updated

This is just the beginning. If you want to keep up-to-date with Fire Up Vocational Pathways and find out when programs are launching near you, sign up for updates today. 

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Girls on Fire is excited to help more young people gain the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to build meaningful careers in service industries. Let’s fire up the future together!

Want to attend a Girls on Fire camp? Head the Events page for our current roster.