Star* Scheme

support, transform and achieve through rugby. the star* scheme provides children who have had multiple adverse childhood experiences (aces) with supported access to everything that local junior clubs and their amazing volunteer communities have to offer. aces are divided into three categories: abuse, household challenges and neglect. examples of aces include enduring or being exposed to abuse or neglect, familial violence, mental illness, parental separation, divorce or substance abuse. aces can disrupt a child’s development and can impact social, emotional and cognitive impairment, which can lead to poor health outcomes and can negatively impact life expectancy. the negative impact of aces can be mitigated by encouraging safe, stable and nurturing relationships and environments all of which can be found in local junior rugby communities. the star scheme has been designed to facilitate access and formalise the support provided. the scheme removes all financial barriers to access