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How the Be Wise Ball is helping end violence and how your business can help

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The Be Wise Ball, hosted by the Pat Cronin Foundation, is more than just a glittering gala. It’s a powerful…

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What every parent should know about bullying

Understanding violence

As the new school year unfolds, many parents are grappling with the spectre of bullying threatening their children. Indeed, with…

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What happens when you grow up learning violence is the way to handle conflict?

Understanding violence

As a young boy, Aidan Phelan was relentlessly bullied. His father, who had been involved with violent gangs in Melbourne’s…

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The secret to defusing arguments? Try this simple technique!

Changing behaviour

Breathing is something we do around 22,000 times a day. With that much practice, you’d think we’d all be experts…

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Does walking away from a fight make you weak?

Changing behaviour

Fight or walk away? Making the decision to walk away will always be the primary solution in avoiding a potentially violent situation.

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How do we stem the rise of classroom violence?

Culture and society

The rising violence in Australian schools is a complex issue with no easy solution. However, addressing the root causes—such as societal shifts, the influence of social media, and the breakdown of respect - are critical first steps.

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Kids’ sports crisis: The rise of sideline abuse

Culture and society

Every Saturday morning, kids across Australia head to their local sports grounds, ready for a day of fun.

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Shattered lives: The surprising damage of a single punch

Understanding violence

"You know, I got right in his face and just gave him a kiss and said: 'Dad's here.

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Building emotional skills in kids: How to raise peacemakers

Psychology and emotions

Changing attitudes to social violence means starting education early, when children’s behaviours are only just forming.

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The conversation that could save your child’s life

Changing behaviour

Teaching our children to handle anger and confrontations is crucial.  It could literally save lives – maybe theirs, maybe someone…

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