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Happy Hobby Hour Junior (HHHJ)
Powered by Deals Colony’s CSR — helping young people become creators, not consumers, by transforming screen time into skill time.
A Deals Colony Youth Initiative: Global Citizen Youth Programs for Gen Z & Alpha
Beyond Screens: Where Safety, Wellbeing & Confidence Thrive
Welcome to HHHJ
Happy Hobby Hour Junior (HHHJ) is a registered youth social enterprise by Deals Colony, committed to helping young people turn screen time into skill time. Through creative, goal-driven STEAM programs focused on life skills and entrepreneurship, HHHJ promotes digital sanity and has engaged hundreds of youth in meaningful learning experiences—especially during school holidays. We’ve raised over $11,000, donating $5,000 to the Children’s Hospital Foundation and reinvesting the rest to grow youth-led opportunities that build confidence, creativity, and community. As we evolve, HHHJ is now focused on co-creating scalable impact projects in partnership with value-led changemakers and purpose-driven organisations. We proudly advocate for mindful screen use and amplify inspiring digital content created by empathetic young leaders. Together, we’re shaping a future where digital engagement becomes a tool for growth, connection, and purposeful action.
Keeping HHHJ Members Safe
HHHJ is a youth-led initiative, mentored and overseen by Monika Kulshrestha, Founder of Deals Colony. We take child safety seriously and follow Queensland's Child Safe Organisations framework in everything we do — from everyday activities through to media opportunities and partnerships with schools, councils and corporates. In short: - Taking part in any HHHJ activity is always voluntary. - We get parent/guardian consent for members under 18, and clear personal consent for members 18 and over. - A nominated adult mentor oversees or is contactable for every activity. - As part of Deals Colony's Corporate Social Responsibility commitment to investing in the next generation, where payment is required for a program we discuss pricing upfront, to stay mission-aligned and create opportunities for young people. - You can raise a question or concern any time at support@dealscolony.com.au. Read our full Child Safety Commitment, Terms & Conditions and Media Consent for details.
Our Why
In a hyper-digital world, children are more connected—but less equipped. Passive scrolling is costing them sleep, wellbeing, and self-worth. We flip the script. At HHHJ, we fuel a movement where creativity, community, and capability converge—giving young people the tools to swap screen time for skill time. Through hands-on, goal-driven programs aligned with the Global Goals, we unlock purpose, spark innovation, and boost confidence. Because when kids build skills—not just feeds—they don’t just keep up with the world. They shape it.
Our Mission
Empowering youth to turn screen time into skill time—driving the Global Goals through hands-on learning, entrepreneurship, and wellbeing. Inspired by children, created for children—our digital content aims to reach over 50 million young minds worldwide by 2032.
Kids Business Ideas & Blogs
Shop to Help: Fundraising for Children
Our Evolving Programs — Ready for Your Impact
Partner with Us on Corporate Social Responsibility Program
Project Goal: Raise $1M to uplift children in need.
Impact: Community Impact | Customised Sponsorship Packages
Results:
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Donated $5K to the Children’s Hospital Foundation
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Total Raised $11K to support kids’ goals and micro-businesses
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Built 50+ partnerships
Impact Statement: If young people experiencing excessive screen time, low emotional well-being, and limited social interaction gain access to our digital awareness programs and creativity-led STEAM holiday camps, they are more likely to build confidence, strengthen essential life skills, and enjoy meaningful, community-connected experiences—transforming screen time into skill time while preparing for future opportunities and thriving despite modern-day pressures.
Duration: 2-5 days camps
Our Story
The Journey of HHHJ: From Passion Project to Social Enterprise #BBUST – Bye Bye Unneeded Screen Time! Happy Hobby Hour Junior (HHHJ) began during lockdown as a heartfelt passion project between a mum and her 10-year-old son, Ruhaan K, who wanted to help himself and his friends break free from screen addiction. From that simple idea sparked in a living room, HHHJ has grown into a global social enterprise dedicated to transforming passive tech time into active purpose for youth aged under 18 and 18+. Using a Personal Interest Driven & Goals-Based approach, HHHJ fosters confidence, leadership, and digital wellbeing among young people. While it began as a screen time management program for school children, its reach now extends to young adults through initiatives rooted in education, creativity, and resume-building—creating future-ready mindsets through passion-led projects. Our growth journey started with a five-month pilot for under-18s, focused on transforming screen time into skill time. We then launched a community-wide initiative that inspired over 500 young participants, collaborated with 50+ businesses, raised $5,000 for sick children, and cultivated a strong network of 300+ members. In our third phase, we partnered with Deals Colony and another youth-led enterprise to support migrant youth aged 18 and above through inclusive pathways such as internships and community enterprise initiatives. Today, HHHJ is a registered social enterprise (awarded 2024) with an ambitious goal: to reach 50 million youth by 2032 through digital educational content, mentoring, and global collaboration. We offer two types of programs: Paid Programs – Designed for institutions and partners, these focus on holistic personal growth through screensmart workshops, camps, and forums covering media literacy, life skills, STEAM, entrepreneurship, public speaking, resume-building, and cross-cultural collaboration. Free Programs – Centered on digital wellbeing awareness, these initiatives inspire youth to become advocates for mindful screen use. Through creative campaigns and live videos, participants share screen-smart ideas and digital detox strategies. Our upcoming “Plant a Tree for Every Winning Idea” campaign turns digital awareness into environmental action. Our purpose-driven approach has impacted diverse communities—amplified by 30+ sponsorships and support from 50+ local businesses and individuals. With corporate social responsibility (CSR) partner like Deals Colony, HHHJ delivers measurable youth outcomes aligned with the Global Goals. Our Impact Model: Since becoming a social enterprise, we co-create programs with communities, charities, and youth-led initiatives—placing impact over ownership. Through our YouthLink program, we empower aligned partners to lead while scaling the ripple effect. Whether you’re a school, library, university, community group, or corporate team—join us in saying: #BBUST – Bye Bye Unneeded Screen Time! Hello Skill Time!
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