Young people to experience consequences of online behaviour

A new interactive virtual reality film exploring the impact of cyber bullying has been released by Youth Choices (empowered by Constable Care Foundation). With the start of a new school term, the focus on educating students about online use and protocols has never been more important. Children and young people are often at risk of […]
Covid-19 influencing surge in youth accessing mental health services

Australia may be on the path to opening up but as the Covid-19 pandemic drags on, the mental health impact on young Australians, in particular, is worsening. Lockdowns, school closures, other social distancing restrictions and uncertainty about the future have challenged the mental health of many. Already-stretched mental health services are struggling to cope with […]
Anti-racism theatre showcase

Local members of Perth’s African community performed in an interactive theatre showcase at The Rise in Maylands last Saturday. The performance explored real-life experiences of racism and its impact on mental health. Performers, Wilson, Alex, Jo, Anet and Tinsae, encouraged an open community dialogue by inviting members of the audience to join in the scenes to […]
Top 5 affordable school holiday activities!

The school holidays have most children jumping for joy but they can leave parents scrambling for ideas to keep the kids happy and occupied that won’t break the bank.
No offence!’ New film to challenge cultural biases among Secondary School students

Australia prides itself on being home to a diverse, multicultural population. A third of us were born overseas and more than one fifth speak a language other than English at home1.