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The media very often reports bad behavior by famous people sending "sexy" messages, doing drugs, and committing sexual and physical abuses with no recrimination, consequences and ridicule making it acceptable behavior and even glorifying it.
With no or few good role models in the public eye, is very easy for young people to fall into this kind of behavior , without money and support they end up usually with no job prospects, with a drug problem , physical, emotional and sexual scars caused by them or to them, and in worst cases in jail.
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Thursday, March 24, 2011
A young girl dragged to a dark place: Anger over sex assaults by school classmate | News.com.au
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One day her teacher gave the class a task after talking to them about what "no" meant.
They were asked to write about when they should get a "no" feeling.
The girl drew a harrowing picture, which shocked the teacher who spoke to her mother about it.
That picture tells a thousand words. It shows the boy with his "evil eyes" dragging a crying girl to the toilet block as other boys watch."
Please sign my petition for a National Children Forum to discuss and find new solutions to effectively address our escalating violence and bullying in schools, home and streets.
Our school programs are outdated and need urgent review.
Do not be a bystander be part of the solution sign my petition
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One day her teacher gave the class a task after talking to them about what "no" meant.
They were asked to write about when they should get a "no" feeling.
The girl drew a harrowing picture, which shocked the teacher who spoke to her mother about it.
That picture tells a thousand words. It shows the boy with his "evil eyes" dragging a crying girl to the toilet block as other boys watch."
Please sign my petition for a National Children Forum to discuss and find new solutions to effectively address our escalating violence and bullying in schools, home and streets.
Our school programs are outdated and need urgent review.
Do not be a bystander be part of the solution sign my petition
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
As a bystander, you can do a lot to stop and prevent bullying.
This film goes through scenarios where bystanders did nothing, and once scenario that shows how one bystander standing up may have changed the victims life for good.
Just by watching bullying take place, you increase a victims humiliation.
Don't let bullying be a show or event. STAND UP and intervene.
You can report a bullying incident anonymously to a teachers mailbox.
Befriend a student who continually gets picked on.
More schools to combat cyber-bullies - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
More schools to combat cyber-bullies - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
It is a positive step to introduce online tools to combat cyber bullying but it will not work unless we update outdated school anti-bullying programs.
Please sign the petition to call for a National Children Forum to address the root problems and solutions to youth violence.
It is a positive step to introduce online tools to combat cyber bullying but it will not work unless we update outdated school anti-bullying programs.
Please sign the petition to call for a National Children Forum to address the root problems and solutions to youth violence.
Media's treatment of bullying story 'inexcusable' - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Media's treatment of bullying story 'inexcusable' - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Both boys are being let down one way or another by the system and it is time do take action.
Unfortunately, only when extreme cases occur we the public are made aware and demand action, forgetting that around the country similar abuse is a daily event for so many (too many) children.
We have to ask ourselves how much do we really value our children, and what does it say about us as a society when we let these incidents go unpunished, unheard and not addressed as serious as they are?
Are we forgetting that the bullies grow up and end up hurting others in their homes , work or streets in a vicious circle of violence and abuse, often ending up in jail?
We all will suffer if this problem is not addressed as it should early in childhood.
It is obvious that present anti-bullying programs are outdated and not working as well as they should, violence is becoming more common in our daily lives, we need to take this problem seriously if we want to decrease violence, and the place to start is in schools.
Take action sign the petition to ask government to call for a National Children Forum were government officials, universities, schools, teachers, parents, child specialists, sport clubs, media and all concerned citizens will meet to discuss current problems and find solutions.
Both boys are being let down one way or another by the system and it is time do take action.
Unfortunately, only when extreme cases occur we the public are made aware and demand action, forgetting that around the country similar abuse is a daily event for so many (too many) children.
We have to ask ourselves how much do we really value our children, and what does it say about us as a society when we let these incidents go unpunished, unheard and not addressed as serious as they are?
Are we forgetting that the bullies grow up and end up hurting others in their homes , work or streets in a vicious circle of violence and abuse, often ending up in jail?
We all will suffer if this problem is not addressed as it should early in childhood.
It is obvious that present anti-bullying programs are outdated and not working as well as they should, violence is becoming more common in our daily lives, we need to take this problem seriously if we want to decrease violence, and the place to start is in schools.
Take action sign the petition to ask government to call for a National Children Forum were government officials, universities, schools, teachers, parents, child specialists, sport clubs, media and all concerned citizens will meet to discuss current problems and find solutions.
Push for NSW election action on bullying - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Push for NSW election action on bullying - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
The Chinese Australian Forum says many Asian parents are worried about violence in schools, especially bullying.
Forum President Tony Pang says while the Liberal Party has released a policy to introduce more school counsellors, more significant change is needed.
"Both of the parties have not done adequately in terms of bringing up policy in addressing racial bullying and bullying at school," Mr Pang said.
Mr Pang says the state's Anti-Discrimination Act should be amended to make racial harassment illegal, similar to Western Australian legislation.
The Chinese Australian Forum says many Asian parents are worried about violence in schools, especially bullying.
Forum President Tony Pang says while the Liberal Party has released a policy to introduce more school counsellors, more significant change is needed.
"Both of the parties have not done adequately in terms of bringing up policy in addressing racial bullying and bullying at school," Mr Pang said.
Mr Pang says the state's Anti-Discrimination Act should be amended to make racial harassment illegal, similar to Western Australian legislation.
Monday, March 21, 2011
Matt And Tough Love | Listen | 97.3FM
Matt And Tough Love | Listen | 97.3FM
Congratulations to this parent, teaching right and wrong to your children will make this world a better place.
A brave parent, hopefully all the children involved learn their lessons and become excellent citizens.
Congratulations to this parent, teaching right and wrong to your children will make this world a better place.
A brave parent, hopefully all the children involved learn their lessons and become excellent citizens.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Tune In Not Out
Tune In Not Out
Share your story, see videos and clips, blog, be involved, join other young people.
Share your story, see videos and clips, blog, be involved, join other young people.
Australian Youth Affairs Coalition | About the Conference - Australia's peak Youth Sector Coalition policy change Interrupting Convention Conference
Australian Youth Affairs Coalition | About the Conference - Australia's peak Youth Sector Coalition policy change Interrupting Convention Conference
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About the Conference
Interrupting Transmission: youth | change | policy | practice
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour
May 30 - June 1 2011
AYAC is currently coordinating the first national youth sector conference since 2007. It is anticipated that in excess of 500 delegates will attend the conference, to access the most recent information about what’s happening in the area of youth policy, development and practice, and to develop networks and contacts throughout the youth sector.
Home | Conference | About the Conference
About the Conference
Interrupting Transmission: youth | change | policy | practice
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour
May 30 - June 1 2011
AYAC is currently coordinating the first national youth sector conference since 2007. It is anticipated that in excess of 500 delegates will attend the conference, to access the most recent information about what’s happening in the area of youth policy, development and practice, and to develop networks and contacts throughout the youth sector.
National Youth Week – Win Free Stuff Competition | Australian Youth Forum
National Youth Week – Win Free Stuff Competition | Australian Youth Forum
What would you do if you were the Prime Minister for a day? What do you think is the best thing about being a young person in Australia? This year’s National Youth Week ‘Win Free Stuff’ competition is all about hearing your views and ideas as young Australians.
The AYF is an official partner of the 2011 National Youth Week and this year the AYF Youth Engagement Steering Committee helped develop the questions for the Win Free Stuff Competition. There are five questions you can answer.Not only do you have the chance to win a great prize, but the Steering Committee will be taking onboard your ideas about what is important to you.
If you are aged 12-25, go to the National Youth Week website and let us know in 25 words or less what you think.
For more information about what the AYF Steering Committee is up to during National Youth Week, make sure you stop by the AYF Facebook page.
What would you do if you were the Prime Minister for a day? What do you think is the best thing about being a young person in Australia? This year’s National Youth Week ‘Win Free Stuff’ competition is all about hearing your views and ideas as young Australians.
The AYF is an official partner of the 2011 National Youth Week and this year the AYF Youth Engagement Steering Committee helped develop the questions for the Win Free Stuff Competition. There are five questions you can answer.Not only do you have the chance to win a great prize, but the Steering Committee will be taking onboard your ideas about what is important to you.
If you are aged 12-25, go to the National Youth Week website and let us know in 25 words or less what you think.
For more information about what the AYF Steering Committee is up to during National Youth Week, make sure you stop by the AYF Facebook page.
AYF Steering Committee Update: Jamie | Australian Youth Forum
AYF Steering Committee Update: Jamie | Australian Youth Forum
AYF Steering Committee Update: Jamie – 15 March 2011
In all honesty, a lot of young people wouldn’t think it’s cool to share their opinion on big issues like foreign policy, high school curriculum and climate change. A lot of young people today will even keep quiet about issues that affect them in their very own cities like Indigenous policy, sexuality or financial problems. But if we really think about it, if we as a group remain silent then who is going to be in control of our future?
That is why I am a part of the AYF Youth Engagement Steering Committee, I come across young people every day who have amazing ideas, incredible passion and the power to bring about change, but perhaps lack the confidence or the direction to share their thoughts. I hear many young people complain about the state of Australia and the world we live in but I want to see more of them creating change by volunteering or TALKING and spreading their ideas.
I knew the other 10 members of the Committee were all going to be incredible people but I was blown away by what many of them have achieved in such a short time. As a Committee we will be out there throughout 2011, gathering the ideas and opinions of young people and sharing them with the Australian Government. The voices of this country’s 4 million young people are a powerful resource that Australia would be foolish not to listen to.
If you are a young person with an idea, thought or opinion - don’t hold back, go on the ‘have a say’ page and voice your opinion now!
AYF Steering Committee Update: Jamie – 15 March 2011
In all honesty, a lot of young people wouldn’t think it’s cool to share their opinion on big issues like foreign policy, high school curriculum and climate change. A lot of young people today will even keep quiet about issues that affect them in their very own cities like Indigenous policy, sexuality or financial problems. But if we really think about it, if we as a group remain silent then who is going to be in control of our future?
That is why I am a part of the AYF Youth Engagement Steering Committee, I come across young people every day who have amazing ideas, incredible passion and the power to bring about change, but perhaps lack the confidence or the direction to share their thoughts. I hear many young people complain about the state of Australia and the world we live in but I want to see more of them creating change by volunteering or TALKING and spreading their ideas.
I knew the other 10 members of the Committee were all going to be incredible people but I was blown away by what many of them have achieved in such a short time. As a Committee we will be out there throughout 2011, gathering the ideas and opinions of young people and sharing them with the Australian Government. The voices of this country’s 4 million young people are a powerful resource that Australia would be foolish not to listen to.
If you are a young person with an idea, thought or opinion - don’t hold back, go on the ‘have a say’ page and voice your opinion now!
Friday, March 18, 2011
National Youth Week 2011 | National Youth Week 2011 - 14 days to go!
National Youth Week 2011 | National Youth Week 2011 - 14 days to go!
Meet our Young Members
National Youth Week (NYW) is run by young for young people! NYW Young Members are aged between 12 and 25 and come from all corners of Australia. The 10 Young Members for NYW 2011 help plan and develop NYW and inform decisions about how it runs. Check it out
Meet our Young Members
National Youth Week (NYW) is run by young for young people! NYW Young Members are aged between 12 and 25 and come from all corners of Australia. The 10 Young Members for NYW 2011 help plan and develop NYW and inform decisions about how it runs. Check it out
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There is no point to have these wonderful websites if the children are not informed about them.
I asked about a few bullying resources available and no students ever heard about them, should that information be given at school??????
Not all students like math but they have to learn the essentials because it is an essential life skill. Conflict resolution and anti bullying training should be part of the curriculum? just a suggestion
There is no point to have these wonderful websites if the children are not informed about them.
I asked about a few bullying resources available and no students ever heard about them, should that information be given at school??????
Not all students like math but they have to learn the essentials because it is an essential life skill. Conflict resolution and anti bullying training should be part of the curriculum? just a suggestion
CONGRATULATIONS TO OPERATION RESCUE
Four Australians high up in paedophile ring
Boylover.net, an online ring that tried to hide behind claims of legitimate conversation about paedophilia, is the biggest syndicate uncovered by police worldwide.
So far 184 people have been arrested and 230 children rescued around the world, including four in Australia.
The suspects include scout leaders, lifesavers and teachers as well as from many other walks of life.
They were members of the Netherlands-based website, which at its height had 70,000 members - most of them men.
Operation Rescue began in 2007 and involved police from Australia, the United States, New Zealand, Europol, the Netherlands and Canada along with investigators from Britain's Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre.
"With over 200 children removed from harm globally, we imagine an even larger number of children were safeguarded elsewhere in the world," the manager of investigations at the Canberra based high tech crime lab, Grant Edwards, said.
MANY THANKS FROM ALL THE VICTIMS OF THE WORST KIND OF CRIMINALS.
Boylover.net, an online ring that tried to hide behind claims of legitimate conversation about paedophilia, is the biggest syndicate uncovered by police worldwide.
So far 184 people have been arrested and 230 children rescued around the world, including four in Australia.
The suspects include scout leaders, lifesavers and teachers as well as from many other walks of life.
They were members of the Netherlands-based website, which at its height had 70,000 members - most of them men.
Operation Rescue began in 2007 and involved police from Australia, the United States, New Zealand, Europol, the Netherlands and Canada along with investigators from Britain's Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre.
"With over 200 children removed from harm globally, we imagine an even larger number of children were safeguarded elsewhere in the world," the manager of investigations at the Canberra based high tech crime lab, Grant Edwards, said.
MANY THANKS FROM ALL THE VICTIMS OF THE WORST KIND OF CRIMINALS.
National Children Forum: Bullying Video's "Little Zangief" A Hero Online | ...
National Children Forum: Bullying Video's "Little Zangief" A Hero Online | ...: "Bullying Video's "Little Zangief" A Hero Online | Incredible Hulk No winners... It is obvious that any type of violence should..."
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