Volunteer Drivers Needed For PCYC Braking The Cycle Program

Make a difference as a volunteer with the PCYC Whitsunday Braking the Cycle program  Photo source: Facebook  

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PCYC Whitsunday have put out a call for volunteer driver mentors to participate in their ‘Braking the Cycle’ program.  

Braking the Cycle is a program that aims to support learner drivers who do not have access to a supervisor or registered vehicle to complete their logbook hours.  

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Participants are matched with volunteer mentors who provide driving instruction to  facilitate learner drivers obtaining their license.  

The Braking the Cycle Program currently operates across 53 locations including the Whitsundays and Bowen and to date has conducted over 43,000 driving sessions with over 3000 learner drivers.  

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Support for learner drivers who may lack access to resources required to obtain their license is vital. Having a driver’s license helps to provide young people with increased employment opportunities and community connection.  

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If you are interested in becoming a mentor, you will need:  

• An open driver’s license  

• A positive and patient attitude

• Willingness to support and guide young people  

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PCYC are able to assist volunteers in obtaining a Queensland Blue Card (also known as a working with children’s check) which is required to become a mentor.

Mentorship is not just about driving instruction – it is a means of providing guidance, encouragement and improving self-esteem.

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If you are interested, do not hesitate to contact PCYC Whitsunday via phone – 044849377 or email – whitsunday@pcyc.org.au.  

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