It’s nearly time for the Class of ’13 to let down their hair at leavers’ events. But don’t let bad choices ruin the celebrations. Whether they are heading to Rottnest, Dunsborough or perhaps further afield to Bali, school graduates will be looking to celebrate the end of their final exams...
Archives: 2013
Teach teens to play it safe with alcohol
Parents advised not to accept underage drinking after WA survey reveals that leavers who believe their parents won’t mind report heavier alcohol use. Read more
2013 IF Foundation Annual Golf Day
2013 If Foundation Golf Day This years event will take place on Friday December 6th at the Novotel Vines Resort & Country Club. The event will be a 4 ball Ambrose competition, with a 12.30pm shot gun start. There will be a post game presentation and dinner with special guest...
Indigenous Models Inspire Others
Lisa Marie and Jahlana have returned from New York and are already hard at it sharing their experiences with schools and community groups in Roebourne and Karratha. They were joined by model Samantha Harris fresh from her stint at Perth Fashion Festival. Indigenous Models Inspire Others
Pilbara to New York
Last week Jahlana Roe and Lisa Marie Rodd headed off to New York with Fiona White-Hartig, Kaye ‘Nanna’ Jones, Finola Woodley and Karna Smith as part of a leadership, cultural exchange tour. The initiative, which has stemmed from the Roebourne Girls FX Academy in the Shire of Roebourne, one of...
Teaching children to respect you, not fear you
Discipline is an important part of childhood. But as parents, it can sometimes be difficult to walk the fine line between being strict and scaring your children. So do you teach your children respect, without teaching them to be afraid of you?
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Study shows exercise can reduce violence in young girls
A new study by Columbia University has found a direct correlation between regular exercise and decreased violent activity in adolescent girls. These findings could provide some new insight into how to reduce violence amongst young girls. The study used data from a 2008 survey that included 1,312 students at four...
What to do if you witness a fight
If you’ve ever encountered a fight before, you’ve probably been filled with conflicting emotions and hard questions. Do you try to break it up by getting between the parties? Do you call the police? Do you just walk away from something that is obviously none of your business? Or should...
Does education hold the key to ending violence in Australia?
In our previous blogs, we’ve talked about the growing trend of anti-social behaviour and violence, and the immense cost it has on our society – both financially and emotionally. It’s important to recognise this, but the next step is to implement programs that will slow down, stop and ultimately reverse...