The alumni programme has over 170 alumni between the ages of 18 - 35 years old. Upon completion of the Venturers’ programme, participants graduate with a certificate and become alumni with opportunities of becoming Project Managers, Mentors, Coaches and Board Members.
All alumni continue to receive on-going mentorship and coaching as well as further supporting services and programmes such as:
Social Circle
Led by Raleigh Alumni Leaders, social circles are safe spaces where our young people can come together to have discussions and conversations on their different struggles and problems. Through peer support therapy, they are also to help one another through their different challenges, help find solutions, be a listening ear and help to foster a stronger supporting environment.
Alumni Relief
The Alumni Relief Programme is led by the Alumni Emergency Relief Team where they help alumni access food and supplies as well as helping with skills development workshops and training. Through this programme, alumni are also able to access the Food Pantry weekly.
One-on-One Mentorship
To help our young people transition into adulthood, Raleigh also helps with mentorship and coaching by working one-on-one with
alumni to help with:
- Job training skills
- resume and interview skills
- budgeting and finance skills
- college and scholarship application support
Other Services
Through community partnerships, Raleigh is also able to refer our alumni for the following supporting services:
- Mental Health Counselling
- Alcohol and Addiction Help Service
- Legal Aid
- GED Programmes
The Venturer’s Scholarship Programme is an alternative skills-based education programme for young adults ages 17 - 24 years old. The scholarship programme is fully subsidised through community donations. Upon completion of the programme, participants graduate with a certificate and become alumni with opportunities of becoming Project Managers, Mentors, Coaches and Board Members.
The programme helps young Bermudians ages 17 - 24 years old who are at a crossroads and are at risk of not reaching their full potential by providing them with a year-long personal development programming through coaching, local training camps and the opportunity of a 10-week overseas expedition.
Raleigh’s training programme helps young people transition into adulthood and to overcome the ‘day-to-day’ risks they may face such as drugs, abuse, alcohol, negative peer pressure, and crime. Raleigh International Bermuda is able to provide young Bermudians with this experience through the generosity of our sponsors. It costs approximately $12,000/participant for our year-long programme, which includes expedition fees, travel expenses, expedition kit/equipment, training, vaccinations, and programme support.
The year long programme requires full commitment for the following training camps in order to be considered and eligible for the overseas expedition. Please see the required phases and training camps for the programme:
- Submit Application
- Interview
- ROAR Training Camp
- 6-Day Survival Training Camp
- PETES Camp
- Overseas Expedition
- Reconnect Camp
- Graduation
ABOUT: I AM BRAVE: BOUNDARIES/ ANTI-VIOLENCE (Mid-Term Camp/ After-School Programme)
2024 Spring Registration for the Brave: Boundaries After-School Programme is now open.
Click here to sign up: https://www.raleigh.bm/events/workshops/spring-registration-open-2024-brave-boundaries-programme.html
The “I AM BRAVE” Programme is for high School students age 14 - 17 years old and led by Raleigh alumni camp counsellors. In this programme, high school students from all over the island come together to address violence in Bermuda, learn about healthy versus toxic relationships, and how to find solutions, hold conversations and develop advocacy.
Our skills development programme focuses on developing the interests and strengths of young people in positive ways and exposes them to life skills such as:
- Critical thinking and research
- Teamwork & making new friends
- Positive socialisation and language
- Identify Toxic and Healthy Relationships
- Financial Literacy and Budgeting
- Develop community awareness
- Gain citizenship, leadership and confidence
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ABOUT: I AM BRAVE: INTRODUCTORY SURVIVAL SKILLS (summer camp)
Registrations for 2024 Summer Camp opens May 1, 2024
The Brave: Intro to Survival Skills is a 2-Week summer camp in July for high school students aged 14 - 17 that gets you moving out of the classroom and challenges you to step outside of your comfort zone.
Our summer skills development programme focuses on developing the interests and strengths of young people in positive ways and exposes them to skills. I AM BRAVE Summer Skills Development Programme at Raleigh Bermuda will push your young person to ‘Find Out What You’re Made Of’ as they explore the three pillars of Raleigh and experience new adventures daily.
- Learn Practical Survival Skills
- Learn Foraging Skills
- Develop Leadership Skills
- Gain Cultural Literacy
- Work Together as a Team and
- Get an Overnight Camping Experience and more!
Are you Brave? Register now and Find Out What You're Made Of! For more information visit our website at www.raleigh.bm
The “I am Brave: Youth Against Violence” programme is offered year round as an After School Programme and during Midterm Camps. During the summer we offer our special summer camp “I am Brave: Introduction to Survival Skills”.
Raleigh International Bermuda
61 Verdmont Road, 2nd floor, Smiths, FL02
P.O. Box HM 2475
Hamilton HM GX, Bermuda
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Tel: +1 (441) 333-5678
Executive Director: Dany Pen
Programming Coordinator: Keri Pacheco
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Empowering Bermuda's Youth to Harness their full Potential
Vision
Raleigh's vision is of a Bermuda where young people work together, regardless of social background and culture - challenged to raise their aspirations, supported to believe in themselves and inspired to be part of a global community active in making their world a better place.
Raleigh International Bermuda (reg charity # 710) was founded in 2004 by Michael Spurling. The programme structure and philosophy of the Bermuda organisation are based on internationally recognised principals of experiential learning and are designed to help young people develop skills and self-confidence in a fun yet challenging environment beyond the classroom and workplace. Our goal is to empower young Bermudians to set positive goals and take control of their lives. By helping them to see that they are stronger than they thought possible, they are able to realise their full potential and effectively manage the 'day to day' risks they face including drugs, alcohol, crime, bullying, loss of motivation, low self-esteem, and lack of self-confidence.
Our Mission
Using overseas expeditions, local training and continued coaching, we challenge young Bermudians to harness their full potential and develop skills for life.
Raleigh International Bermuda
Physical Address: 61 Verdmont Road, 2nd floor, Smiths, FL02
Mailing Address: P.O Box HM 2475, Hamilton, HMBX
Email: info@raleigh.bm
Tel: +1 (441) 333-5678
