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Suncorp has partnered with Clontarf Foundation to provide students the opportunity to experience life beyond school, and inspire them to think about their future and career.
Clontarf Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation that seeks to improve the education, discipline, life skills, self-esteem, and employment prospects of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men.
The tie-up will allow Clontarf students to participate in exposure days at Suncorp, where they will gain an insight into the diversity of roles, people and working environments within the group’s stores and head offices across the country.
“Quality education is such an important part of life, especially during the younger years – it can be a defining factor in our future success,” said Pip Marlow, Suncorp CEO customer marketplace. “I felt privileged to spend some time with some of the students, it was incredible to see the amazing difference Clontarf is having in helping young men, not only enjoy their education, but thrive in every aspect of their school and home life.”
Gerard Neesham, Clontarf Foundation founder and CEO, said the alliance will enable students to learn from speaking with other people about their career journeys.
“We can’t do what we do without the support of companies, like Suncorp, who share our commitment to boosting opportunities for Indigenous communities,” Neesham said. “Since starting Clontarf in 2000, we have seen the value of this program, not only in supporting the students but in delivering benefits to the local and broader communities. We’re thrilled to work with Suncorp and welcome their teams into the academies. These local relationships help the students think more about possible careers and experiences after school – it makes something they talk and dream about feel more real, and that support is invaluable.”
