Stories from
the Movement
Real stories, evidence, and updates from communities transforming youth justice across Australia. Told with consent, attached to place.
New ideas taking root
Walking Toward Justice: A Personal Journey
I didn’t set out to build a platform like JusticeHub. I set out to listen.
Spotlight on Changemaker: Brodie Germaine
Brodie Germaine, founder of BG Fit, is transforming youth empowerment in Queensland through projects like the CAMPFIRE Project and BAIL (Be an Indigenous Leader). By blending fitness, cultural connection, and mentorship, Brodie is creating pathways for Indigenous youth to reconnect with their heritage, build resilience, and find a positive future. His vision extends to a wellness hub that supports the physical, mental, and cultural well-being of his community.
Where Fire Meets Country: A Journey Through Mount Isa's NAIDOC week
Brodie Germaine knows these streets intimately. Born on Kalkadoon Country, raised in the housing commission at 77 George Street - "Jack's" as the locals call it - his early years traced familiar patterns of disconnection. The stolen cars, the break-ins, that particular house with soft drinks and ice blocks in the back fridge that became a regular target. These aren't stories of shame but waypoints on a journey that would eventually lead to something profound.
Cultural Cooking Exchange with Miss Dan
Young people learned about Chinese culture while making dumplings and sharing stories about different cultural traditions.