Beautiful people doing incredible work.

The Rise Above Charitable Trust supports people who are outside mainstream education, on a journey of recovery, or involved with the justice system. Through martial arts, peer support, and mentorship, Rise Above empowers individuals to build resilience, create positive change, and break intergenerational cycles.

Our involvement with Rise Above has extended far beyond simply documenting a programme. We've had the privilege of being welcomed into the Trust, capturing workshops, training sessions, and the everyday moments where confidence grows, connections are forged, and lives begin to change. These are the quiet moments that speak volumes about the impact of the kaupapa.

Alongside this, we've worked closely with our mate and founder, Richie Hardcore, to help tell his story behind Rise Above. The experiences, values, and unwavering commitment that have shaped the organisation from the very beginning. Through film and photography, our goal has been to create an honest portrait of a kaupapa grounded in compassion, accountability, and the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to rise above their circumstances.

It's an honour to help share the stories of people making a genuine difference.