Isuzu Australia announced this week that it will be extending its long-standing support of Life Ed Victoria, who run the well-known Healthy Harold school incursion program.
Backed by the Victorian government’s Department of Education, they travel to schools to give primary-aged children crucial information and education to make strong decisions about their health.
Isuzu Australia COO Andrew Harbison says that the program is special to many Isuzu employees.
“Isuzu Australia and our wider national network is comprised of people that have not only benefited from Life Education over the years, but who also have children receiving the benefits of this much-needed program,” he says.
“We’re delighted to once again partner with this outstanding organisation.
“We share in Life Ed Victoria’s vision of having healthy young people living up to their full potential and we recognise the important role they continue to play in delivering critical education on a range of health and wellbeing topics.”
CEO of Life Ed Victoria Samantha Nanni says programs like Healthy Harold wouldn’t be able to run without the support of companies like Isuzu.
“Life Ed Victoria can only do what it does with the support of organisations like Isuzu Australia, who have partnered with us for nine years now,” she says.
“While the financial contribution is certainly welcomed, it’s Isuzu’s active involvement that ensures Life Ed Victoria continues to reach thousands of children each year, so we are thrilled to receive the support.
“The social impact on children from COVID is still very much at the forefront and we have adapted our programs to include socialising skills and how to engage with others.
“With the increase in vaping in younger children, we are making them more aware of the impact of how that choice can affect their lives.
“We need to give kids the smarts to deal with the hard stuff.
“The issues certainly evolve with time, but the messaging around education remains the same.
“With Healthy Harold front and centre, plus Isuzu’s support driving us along, Life Ed Victoria continues to reach every corner of the state.”
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