In My Shoes
WHAT
In My Shoes is a digital storytelling initiative that gives young people from culturally diverse backgrounds the opportunity to share their stories through media production. Guided by professional mentors, participants gain hands-on experience in filmmaking, podcasting, and digital storytelling.
A key highlight of the program is the Multicultural Short Film Screening, held at the end of the year to showcase young storytellers and celebrate diversity and inclusion.
WHY
To strengthen understanding, resilience, and social cohesion across the Central Coast by amplifying diverse voices and promoting unity.
WHO
Young people aged 12–30, identified through The Skill Engineer Ltd. and regional partners, including Central Coast Community Council.
WHEN & WHERE
The program is funded until 26/03/2027.
Program launch and Harmony Lunch:
📅 Thursday, 20 March 2025
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 The Hub Erina
HOW
Funded by the Multicultural NSW COMPACT Program, the initiative engages local professional videographers and producers to bring these stories to life.
RESOURCES AND DOWNLOADS
Media Release – In My Shoes Program Launch
Harmony Lunch & Program Launch Flyer
CONTACT
For more information, reach out to:
Mike McCarthy
Creative Director
📞 0491 052 435
📧 mike.mccarthy@theskillengineer.com.au
Acknowledgement
We acknowledge the traditional owners of this land, the Darkinjung, Pangerang and Yawuru peoples and pay respects to their elders past and present. We thank them for sharing their country, their culture and their language.We look to the future with hope as we walk side by side with our First Nations people in the spirit of reconciliation and truth telling.
Tuggerah, NSW
Ph: (02) 4304 3031
14/1 Bounty Close, Tuggerah NSW 2259
Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wangaratta, VIC
Ph: (03) 5737 4257
16 Osboldstone Rd, Wangaratta VIC 3677
Monday to Friday, 7am - 5pm
Broome, WA
Ph: 0428 995 955
41 Blackman St, Broome WA 6725
Monday to Friday 8:00am - 2:00pm
Contact Us
Contact us for positive feedback, good news stories or pats on the back!
Written complaints may be sent to info@theskillengineer.com.au.
