Program provider: 1000 Generations
1000 Generations is a community-led organisation delivering early intervention and prevention programs for young people across primary and secondary schools.
Their work focuses on building self-awareness, emotional regulation, resilience, and positive decision-making. Their programs are supported through lived-experience mentorship and strong community partnerships.
They provide safe, supportive environments where young people can develop life skills, strengthen connections to education and community, and access positive pathways into their future.
Program description
The Table Project uses cooking and shared meals to help students build practical skills, confidence and connection.
Students take part in hands-on cooking sessions where they learn how to plan meals, prepare food and cook together. Each session also includes discussion and reflection during shared meals, helping students build teamwork, communication and respect for others.
The program focuses on practical life skills such as meal planning, budgeting, food safety and nutrition. Students also learn how to reduce food waste and make healthy choices.
Guest mentors from community and industry may join sessions to share their experiences and support students to build confidence and personal responsibility.
Sessions run in small groups to create a safe and supportive environment. Working together to cook and share meals helps students build trust, develop positive relationships and feel a stronger sense of belonging.
The program uses hands-on learning rather than traditional classroom teaching. This helps students stay engaged while developing practical skills they can use at school, at home and in their community.
Intended outcomes
- Positive participation in safe, fun activities (2)
- Stronger connection to school and learning (3)
- Increased sense of belonging and inclusion (4)
- Stronger peer relationships and teamwork (5)
- Improved communication and social skills (8)
- Better self-management and positive choices (12)
- Improved decision-making and problem-solving (14)
- Stronger connection to community and local supports (17)
Program details
| Target audience | Secondary students |
| Delivery window | During school hours (can also be delivered after school or during school holidays if requested) |
| Program duration | 8-week program with weekly sessions |
| Group size | 10 – 15 students per cohort |
| Geographic availability | Melton, Wyndham, Hume, Whittlesea, Merri-bek, Brimbank, Moonee Valley, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay, Greater Geelong, Melbourne, Port Phillip, Darebin, Yarra, Stonnington, Banyule, Boroondara, Manningham, Whitehorse, Monash, Glen Eira, Bayside, Kingston, Greater Dandenong, Knox, Maroondah, Frankston, Casey |
| Delivery setting | School-based or at a community kitchen if organised by school |
| Program availability | 2026–2029, Terms 1–4. Program may be available during school holidays if requested |
| Provider notes and assumptions |
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| Suitable for specialist schools and settings | Yes |
| Program category | Life Skills |
| Procurement category | Life skills - Flexible program - Cooking workshops |
| Program contact | Katherine Taliana E: katherine@1000generations.org.au M: 0413 852 566 |
| Link to external website | 1000 Generations |
| Provider has Betrayal of Trust Insurance | No |
| Supervision and duty of care | School staff must be present for the full program and provide supervision in line with school requirements. This is a condition of delivery for this program. |
Core program costs
| Activity | Total cost (ex GST) | Total cost (inc GST) | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x 8 week program for a maximum of 15 students | $8,750.00 | $9,625.00 | Nil |
Additional costs or optional extras
Nil
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