Stories of change

Hear about how our programs have helped real people in our stories of change.

Stories of change

Licence a bridge to employment for Emileo

Licence a bridge to employment for Emileo

26 Nov 2024

Having already completed his 50 hours of supervised driving, Emileo reached out to the KRCIC driving training program, to help him brush up on his skills and prepare for the driving assessment.

Licence a bridge to employment for Emileo
First licence in the family a pathway to opportunity for Amy

First licence in the family a pathway to opportunity for Amy

26 Nov 2024

Amy enrolled in the McGovern Foundation’s Wanderer Program, which is a Driving Access and Equity Program grant recipient. With the support of driving supervisor Eliza, Amy slowly built up her confidence.

First licence in the family a pathway to opportunity for Amy
Narrah on the wave to success

Narrah on the wave to success

26 Nov 2024

Narrah, a 17-year-old from Esperance has grown up next to the sea, so it’s hardly a surprise that his surfboard can usually be found on the roof racks of his car.

Narrah on the wave to success
Ashvita with her Red P Plates after passing her driving test

Licence and a job - all in a day’s work for Ashvita

26 Nov 2024

“The day I did my test, I had an interview in the afternoon. The employer said, if you get your licence, you have the job. I got the licence, and I got the job,” said Ashvita.

Ashvita with her Red P Plates after passing her driving test
Lincoln passed his driving test and returned with his Ps

Distance not a barrier to getting a licence - with a little help

26 Nov 2024

Lincoln contacted Jude from YIC (Youth Involvement Council) who enrolled him in their Drive2Thrive program. Lincoln already completed his Keys 4 Life, and quickly progressed from driving lessons to supervised hours, to passing his HPT.

Lincoln passed his driving test and returned with his Ps!
Clarissa’s licence a life changer

Clarissa's licence a life changer

26 Nov 2024

The Department of Transport’s Remote Service team worked with Clarissa, a 20-year-old mother of three kids under the age of three who had moved from Kalgoorlie to Esperance last year to create a better life for her and her children.

Clarissa’s licence a life changer
Confidence and determination a winning formula for Lillian

Confidence and determination a winning formula for Lillian

26 Nov 2024

Lillian enrolled in Real Future’s Driver Support Program in the hope of finally obtaining her licence after a determined 8-year journey.

Confidence and determination a winning formula for Lillian
Slow and steady gets Stella to her goal

Slow and steady gets Stella to her goal

26 Nov 2024

MEEDAC’s driving mentor Amanda worked with Stella, starting off slow and practising with her in a parking lot. As her knowledge and understanding of road rules and safe driving techniques grew, so did her confidence.

Slow and steady gets Stella to her goal
Chloe holding her Red P Plates after passing her driving test.

Chloe's commitment key to success

26 Nov 2024

Chloe signed up to MEEDAC’s driving program to increase her chances of gaining full time employment and be able to get to work at night, without relying on her family for transport.

Chloe holding her Red P Plates after passing her driving test.

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