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SUMMARY:Tools for Tweens & Teens - Tell your Sons 12-14yrs
DESCRIPTION:Bookings essential. Limited places. \nIn this free workshop\, your son will gain tools to foster a healthy attitude toward his body\, his masculinity\, and to develop a positive mindset about his emerging maturity. \nThis workshop is a wonderful opportunity for boys to gain valuable knowledge and skills that will empower them as they navigate relationships and the growing understanding of their own bodies. The focus will be on laying a strong foundation for healthy emotional\, mental\, and relational development. \n\nMindful Masculinity: Media Myths and Pressures\nBody Autonomy: Consent and Communication\nEmpowered Anatomy: Knowledge and Self Connection\n\nPlease note: \n\nThis workshop is those identifying as sons aged 12-14 years.\nThis workshop is not focused on explicit discussions about sex but will provide important foundations for healthy emotional and relational skills in the future.\nThe information will be delivered in a fun\, age-appropriate\, and gentle manner.\nThe workshop will be structured around “practical tools” for your son to use (mindset\, communication\, emotional regulation).\nThe workshop will be phone-free (phones will be collected and stored in a basket\, and participants can check them during breaks if needed).\n\nThere will be three key parts to the workshop: \n\nMindset Tools – We will explore the impact of media on self-perception and build critical thinking skills\, we will be focusing on the concept of the “man box” – this refers to a set of societal expectations and stereotypes about masculinity that pressure men to behave in certain ways in order to conform to traditional ideas of what it means to be a man. This is important because with increased exposure to social media\, boys are often faced with distorted images of masculinity and unrealistic expectations. We’ll address how to maintain a healthy mindset amidst these pressures. And discuss ways to break free from the “man box” and to embrace authentic and healthy ways of expressing themselves.\nCommunication Tools – We will discuss healthy ways to express\, and receive\, “No” in challenging (non-sexual) situations with friends and family. This is important because it’s crucial to recognise when something doesn’t feel right \,and to have the language and confidence to both communicate and be mindful of boundaries in a respectful and assertive way.\nEmbodiment Tools – We will learn about both male and female anatomy and discuss how biology and the nervous system influences our emotions. This is important because understanding how the body works and how to listen to its signals is empowering. This knowledge helps boys trust their instincts\, manage emotions\, and develop a sense of inner strength.\n\nThere will be an opportunity for anonymous Q&A at the end of the workshop. If any concerns arise\, I will follow up with you in a reflection email sent to all parents. \n(The workshop focuses on male born bodies) \nParent/caregiver pre-workshop evening – Wednesday\, 12 November 6pm-7pm \nIn the parent/caregiver evening Natalie briefly covers the material to be presented to the children during the workshop. She will answer any of your questions\, and share a stack of resources with you\, including some of her collection of books that may be helpful for you and your child. \nNot only is it so important (life changingly important) to teach our kids the things they need to know BEFORE they need to know them\, but also we need to give them opportunities to practice the tools. It is Natalie’s intention that these workshops are a safe and fun space to practice and become familiar with the words and tools they can use when and if they need to. \nAbout the Presenter \nNatalie Stockell is an educator\, mum of two\, and advocate for positive\, inclusive sex education. She founded Tell Your Daughters to address the gaps she saw in school-based sex ed and now delivers engaging\, age-appropriate workshops for tweens\, teens\, and their parents. With a Master’s in Psychology and a calm\, compassionate presence\, Natalie combines evidence-based knowledge with deep empathy to support young people as they navigate consent\, relationships\, and online life. \nAlongside her work with Tell Your Daughters\, Natalie works with Women’s Health and Equality Queensland (WHEQ)\, where she co-designs and facilitates sex education workshops and resources for women\, girls\, and gender-diverse people. Her work at WHEQ also spans broader health promotion initiatives focused on mental health\, respectful relationships\, and gender equality. \nWhat to tell your Son \nThis isn’t specifically sex ed\, and telling any tween/teen they are going to a sex ed workshop is going to feel awkward for them. So simply telling your child they are going to a “Tools for teens” workshop is enough. If they want more information it is up to you what you tell them\, you could say there will be some talk about the messages from the media\, and also how to deal with sticky conversations with your friends\, that type of thing. They might feel more comfortable going with a friend so please let any other parent/carer of your son’s friends know about this workshop date. \nNatalie’s primary goals for the workshop are that the boys have fun\, and they feel comfortable with her and the content. Her secondary goals are that they leave feeling like their individuality matters\, that the “man box” is optional\, and they know all bodies are unique and diverse. \nThanks to our Funder\nNeighbourhood Centres Qld – Queensland Women and Girls’ Health Promotion Community Seed Funding. Neighbourhood Centres Qld is the peak body for Neighbourhood Centres in Queensland. Our sector represents the largest community-led infrastructure in Qld.
URL:https://pomonacommunityhouse.org.au/event/tools-for-tweens-teens-tell-your-sons-12-14yrs/
LOCATION:Lawson Shed\, Memorial Avenue\, Pomona\, QLD\, 4568\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Tools for Teens - Tell your Sons 14+yrs
DESCRIPTION:Bookings essential. Limited places. \nIn this free workshop\, your son will learn about healthy relating – understanding his own developing identity\, as well as how to build respectful\, safe\, and informed relationships with others. The workshop will provide practical tools for navigating romantic relationships with confidence and integrity. \n\nEmpowered Relating: Consent and Communication\nSafe Relating: Contraception and Connection\nHealthy Relating: Red Flags and Green Flags\n\nPlease note: \n\nThis workshop is for those identifying as sons 14+ years.\nThis workshop will contain specific information about sexual activity\, sexual identity\, and sexual relationships.\nThe content will be presented in a fun\, age-appropriate\, and gentle way.  The workshop will focus on “practical tools” for your son to use (mindset\, communication\, and emotional regulation).\nThe workshop will be phone-free (phones will be collected at the start and can be checked during the break).\n\nThere will be three parts to the workshop: \n\nCommunication Tools – We will discuss what consent really means in sexual situations and how to confidently ask for consent while also advocating for safe sex (focusing on healthy relating\, consent\, and clear communication). This is important because while teens may have a basic understanding of consent\, it’s essential they learn the nuances. This part will offer opportunities for your son to practice these skills in a supportive environment.\nEmbodiment Tools – We will cover sexual anatomy\, safe sex practices\, and contraception\, and how to stay connected with one’s own body and its signals (focusing on safe relating\, contraception\, and emotional connection). This is important because understanding his own body as well as another’s body will help your son develop confidence in managing his sexual health and maintaining safety in intimate situations.\nRelationship Tools – We will discuss relationship red flags and green flags\, as well as how to recognise warning signs both in-person and in digital interactions (focusing on healthy relating\, red flags\, and green flags). This is important because teaching boys to identify potential risks in relationships empowers them to make informed decisions about their own well-being and safety as well as their partners. We will also discuss the bystander effect and we’ll explore how to navigate these situations with care\, compassion and caution.\n\nThere will be an opportunity for anonymous Q&A at the end of the workshop. If any concerns arise\, I will follow up with you in a reflection email sent to all parents. \n(The workshop focuses on male born bodies) \nParent/caregiver pre-workshop evening – Wednesday\, 12 November 7pm-8pm \nIn the parent/caregiver evening Natalie briefly covers the material to be presented to the children during the workshop. She will answer any of your questions\, and share a stack of resources with you\, including some of her collection of books that may be helpful for you and your child. \nNot only is it so important (life changingly important) to teach our kids the things they need to know BEFORE they need to know them\, but also we need to give them opportunities to practice the tools. It is Natalie’s intention that these workshops are a safe and fun space to practice and become familiar with the words and tools they can use when and if they need to. \nAbout the Presenter \nNatalie Stockell is an educator\, mum of two\, and advocate for positive\, inclusive sex education. She founded Tell Your Daughters to address the gaps she saw in school-based sex ed and now delivers engaging\, age-appropriate workshops for tweens\, teens\, and their parents. With a Master’s in Psychology and a calm\, compassionate presence\, Natalie combines evidence-based knowledge with deep empathy to support young people as they navigate consent\, relationships\, and online life. \nAlongside her work with Tell Your Daughters\, Natalie works with Women’s Health and Equality Queensland (WHEQ)\, where she co-designs and facilitates sex education workshops and resources for women\, girls\, and gender-diverse people. Her work at WHEQ also spans broader health promotion initiatives focused on mental health\, respectful relationships\, and gender equality. \nWhat to tell your Son \nThis isn’t specifically sex ed\, and telling any tween/teen they are going to a sex ed workshop is going to feel awkward for them. So simply telling your child they are going to a “Tools for teens” workshop is enough. If they want more information it is up to you what you tell them\, you could say there will be some talk about the messages from the media\, and also how to deal with sticky conversations with your friends\, that type of thing. They might feel more comfortable going with a friend so please let any other parent/carer of your son’s friends know about this workshop date. \nNatalie’s primary goals for the workshop are that the boys have fun\, and they feel comfortable with her and the content. Her secondary goals are that they leave feeling like their individuality matters\, that the “man box” is optional\, and they know all bodies are unique and diverse. \nThanks to our Funders \nNeighbourhood Centres Qld – Queensland Women and Girls’ Health Promotion Community Seed Funding. Neighbourhood Centres Qld is the peak body for Neighbourhood Centres in Queensland. Our sector represents the largest community-led infrastructure in Qld.
URL:https://pomonacommunityhouse.org.au/event/tools-for-teens-tell-your-sons-14yrs-2/
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