Cultivating authentic growth
The transition into the workforce can be overwhelming for young men. Many struggle with communication, stress management, and workplace relationships, which impact performance, engagement, and retention.
At Top Blokes, we partner with businesses and organisations to equip young male employees between the ages of 18-24 with the skills to thrive. Our eight-week mentoring program, led by experienced Youth Workers, builds emotional intelligence, resilience, and leadership — helping young men navigate workplace challenges, improve decision-making, and contribute positively to their teams.
By fostering psychological safety and workplace resilience, businesses create a culture where young men feel empowered, engaged, and ready to succeed.
From the program
Three RAAF servicemen – Connor, Liam, and Pedro – openly discuss mental health challenges in the defence force and how the 18-24 mentoring program has positively impacted them, their families, and their work teams.
Leaning into all the big topics
Leadership & Personal Growth
- Self-awareness, purpose and leadership
- Masculinity
- Financial literacy
Mental Health
- Resilience
- Addictive behaviours
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution
Relationships & Social Responsibility
- Sexual health and consent
- Pornography
- Challenge biases
- Inclusivity
- Communication
Decision making & Workplace Readiness
- Lead from within
- Future you
- Healthy minds
Fostering change and building resilience
Establishing safe and open spaces for young men to engage in open and honest conversations about their concerns is a fundamental step toward personal growth and societal change. We are proud to stand alongside young men and our impact shows.
“I’m inspired to make better choices in my life”
“I have better strategies to control my anger”
“I have better tools to manage my mental health”
“I understand how to have healthy relationships”
Why Top Blokes
Belong. Lasting impact with expert guidance
Lasting impact with expert guidance
Our long-term programs, led by qualified Youth Workers, are designed to create change that lasts, foster leadership and grow boys into adults. We’re with them every step of the way as they navigate life’s challenges and become exemplary community members.
Be. Tailored support from within Australian communities
Tailored support from within Australian communities
We’re deeply embedded in the communities we service, offering tailored, evidence-based programs for boys and young men aged 10-24.
Our approach is local, so we understand and can address community-specific needs so every young male we work with gets the tools he needs to thrive
Become. Empowering healthy masculinities
Empowering healthy masculinities
We focus on fostering positive, healthy masculinities and breaking free from stereotypes.
Our programs are dedicated to empowering young males to find their unique strengths, embrace their true selves, and positively contribute to their communities.
Interested in bringing Top Blokes to your school or community group?
If you’re in NSW or QLD book a chat with us. Outside those states? Reach out via our Contact Us page.
You said…
I didn’t realise how much I was cooping up things that were bothering me and this course gave me the skills to be able to deal with these issues and address them at the forefront instead of letting them be pushed to the side
Top Blokes participant
Top Blokes has been by far the most significant program I have done in the RAAF. The shared experiences and open discussion between the guys was invaluable.
Top Blokes participant
My lightbulb moment was realising that everyone has the same struggles that no one ever talks about.
Top Blokes participant
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this program for?
Our mentoring program is tailor-made for young men aged 18-24 who are eager to enhance their lives. Rather than dwelling on challenges, we celebrate the journey of self-improvement. Our experienced mentors create a safe, non-judgmental space where young men can explore, learn, and grow. Together, we’ll navigate life’s twists and turns, helping shape a brighter future.
What are the steps to starting the program?
You can Book a Chat with us using the form on this page. We’ll talk through the program, what’s involved and our availability in your area. From that first conversation, you’ll have all the details so you can plan the inclusion of the mentoring program in your workplace, community group or higher education calendar and schedule. If a phone conversation isn’t your thing, we can chat over email.
How many men can join the program?
8-12 participants per group is ideal so they can gain the most out of the program. Depending on the dynamics of the group and the needs of the men, we can also work with more or fewer students.
How long does the program and each session go for?
We work with you to establish a timeframe for delivery. We do believe that long-term change takes time and consistent support so we would recommend eight weeks however our qualified Youth Workers can run the program for six to 12 weeks if you prefer.
Each weekly session is around two hours, with frequent movement and brain breaks. Please let us know what your needs are and we’ll work with you to set up a schedule – even if you are looking for just a one to two day program.
What qualifications do the program facilitators hold?
We believe in the power of professional guidance to help boys grow. Our program facilitators are qualified Youth Workers and hold tertiary qualifications in Youth Work, Social Welfare or Psychology. Our entire team carries Working with Children and National Police checks.
Our Youth Workers act as positive role models, helping to expand the students’ circle of influence.
How is the effectiveness of the program measured and reported?
Three key outcome themes – Belonging, Being, Becoming – are the backbone of the programs and outcomes are measured against these. Pre-program surveys are completed by participants Post-program surveys are also completed. All survey data is used to measure outcomes. A full report is provided to the school upon completion of surveys and evaluations.
To learn more about the impact of all our programs, visit our Our Impact page. You can learn more about our impact across all our programs.