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As a teacher or parent, this is an excellent read on the reality of RRE. Our belief is that by developing respect and empathy for oneself and each other, violence will never be an option. We want to be part of the solution! Victoria’s Respectful Relationships rollout – academics go head-to-head — EducationHQ Australia Everyone…

Odyssey Program has the fortune to work with many Indigineous students all over Australia and wants to be part of the solution to the high suicide rate within their communities. $5 is all it takes if you can spare it. It is a national disgrace and hopefully this App will help to lower/ eradicate suicide…

This is just wonderful! Sad it is needed, but wonderful initiative! Indigenous elders develop app in bid to reduce youth suicide rate We are honoured to be able support the Elders from the Warlpiri nation as they use technology to tackle suicide in their community Source

This is interesting. I suspect it is the same in Australia. The transition spaces are where it’s all happening. Anatomy of School Bullying https://www.edutopia.org/article/anatomy-school-bullying-stephen-merrill?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=socialflow Source

Love that things are changing. Schools have a responsibility to think outside the square in education as the demographics are changing …. so we need to too. Great stuff!A Melbourne school has enlisted two multilingual African teacher-aides to help reach parents, after a racial profiling incident highlighted difficulties faced by first generation students. Source

Love this! So true softness is not a weakness but a sign of strength! Teaching Our Children To Stay Soft In A World That Wants To Them To ‘Toughen Up’ The world doesn’t need more “toughening up,” but it does need more tenderness, empathy, and compassion. Source

Love this! Share around with the teen boys you know. AWESOME! Thanks HUSHeducation. The Pencilsword: No ‘I’ in sex Wow. This is good. Share it with your teens. What is ‘being a man’ in this age of “rape culture”? Source

Great to see. I spoke at the old SAED conf a few years ago about this topic. Wonderful that there is funding available to make this a reality! Prevention Program for Young Men Butterfly Education is excited to be commencing their first prevention focused project for young men, aged 12-18! The aim of this project…

Looks like this could be good viewing tonight?? Please share around school networks. Are schools aware how much bullying goes on? A new documentary takes the controversial approach of equipping bullied students with hidden cameras. Source

Thanks James Gibbs for the video! Very cool! I can see you doing this!!It’s not just a playground game anymore! Source

Fantastic! Really pleased that this is working well. Social Emotional Learning is SO important in young people’s lives and education Arnhem Land school develops curriculum to improve mental health MENTAL HEALTH STORIES ‘Arnhem Land school develops Indigenous wellbeing curriculum to improve mental health’ A remote homelands school in the Northern Territory is using Indigenous ideas…

I think many schools would benefit from the purchase of these swing for feet!For those who can’t sit still… Source

Really great article. Boys are so different to us mums. Worth a read 30 Things I’ve Learned in 18 Years of Parenting Boys Another great list of things to keep in mind. Don’t worry though if you haven’t ticked every box, as a parent of teens, we’re as new to this they are to being…

Still a long way to go in respectful relationships education! See our workshop for solutions! One In Five Young People Think It’s OK For A Man To Pressure A Woman Into Sex “It’s far from a crime to engage in sexual activity, but gaining consent must be mutual and continuous if we are to bring…

Wentworth’s story was so similar to the 15 year old boy who we helped over 10 years ago. He was the reason for The Odyssey Program and the inspiration for the work we do. There is always someone there ready to help if you ever need it. Your life is important- you may never know…

There is conflicting evidence both empirical and statistical, however for those who are front line or experience it first hand, it is a huge problem. Remember, not even once! ‘Ice Wars’ message is overblown and unhelpful Sorry, but when facts are distorted to create fear and stigma it helps no one. Source

This is devastating! Nothing can excuse the abuse these boys / men experienced. Good for you guys for speaking out and raising awareness for others. 10+ Male Sexual Assault Survivors Share Their Stories, And They’ll Break Your Heart #SurvivorSunday We are SO proud of these men for breaking the silence and stigma around male victimization.…

Excellent article on teaching boys to be great men. We too find boys to be honest, caring, funny and really open to discussions about the pressures of being a male. At the end of day with us they are proud, empowered and have deconstructed myths and social construction of masculinity and own a new definition…

Odyssey has had involvement with this conference in the past. VERY WORTHWHILE if you are in NSW. Great conference for addressing male suicide. Professor John Macdonald will be opening speaker. Source

Great results reword is changing cyberbullying behaviour and it’s helping to protect thousands of young people in Australia from becoming victims of cyberbullying. The online tool was launched last year and works by identifying cruel or intimidating language in real time, prompting users to reconsider their potentially hurtful message or social media post before hitting…

Who are you beneath the mask? Father, author of the book ‘Ugly’ and political advisor Robert Hoge explores why we all need to own our own faces. Sharing his own personal story, Robert exa… Source

Very handy. A Handy Chart Featuring Over 30 iPad Apps for Students with Special Needs ~ Educational… http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2016/01/a-handy-chart-featuring-over-30-ipad.html Source

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-science-behind-the-myth-homer-s-odyssey-matt-kaplan Homer’s “Odyssey” recounts the adventures of the Greek he… Source

I’ve talked to many parents about these. Great list! 40+ Things to Put in a Calm Down Kit for Kids {Free Printable} http://www.andnextcomesl.com/2016/04/what-to-put-in-a-calm-down-kit-for-kids.html Source

“We didn’t say to them, you’re coming in for treatment. We said, we’ll teach you anything you want to learn: music, dance, hip hop, art, martial arts.” Iceland knows how to stop teen substance abuse but the rest of the world isn’t listening In Iceland, teenage smoking, drinking and drug use have been radically cut…

We are writing a workshop on Resilience for both teen boys and girls. What do you think is important about being resilient? How have you overcome adversity? What do you wish you knew about being resilient when you were young? Coming soon …… Source

It takes guts to feel! Like!Don’t suffer in silence. The ‘Man Up’ campaign is encouraging men to speak about their feelings and says it’s OK to cry. Source

Why Instagram Is Ruining Your Life Link To Confidence Tip: https://goo.gl/J8LD0L If you were an alien looking at the Instagram news feed, you would have to c… Source

Wishing all the wonderful boys and schools we have had the privilege of working with this year, a fabulous Christmas and safe and joy filled new year. Thank you for your support and warmth and we look forward to seeing you in the new year! Xxx Source

A calmer classroom starts with you! Mindful Teacher: Creating Calm. An introductory mindfulness program for educators being offered at Aberfoyle Park, Thebarton, Hindmarsh, Fullarton, Salisbury, Berri, Barmera, Nurioopta, Victor Harbor and Murray Bridge during term 1, 2017. View all dates and locations. Book NOW. Limited numbers. Source

Young people want skills and strategies for their own mental health and to support their friends mental health. Our workshops provide this. Contact us for more info. Mental health of top concern among young Aussies: survey Young Australians believe mental health is one of the top three issues facing the country, survey finds… Source

Great questions for parents of teens Useful Questions to ask sad/worried/mad kids & teens This is brilliant. MUST read! Source

Important voice I am Indigenous. I am gay. Unlike Tyrone Unsworth, I survived | Dameyon Bonson Our thoughts are with this young man’s family and community. Words do matter. Powerful piece by #dameyonbonson in The Guardian #wordsdomatter Source