Last Thursday, all Year 7 students participated in the Man Cave or Big Sister program. These programs are preventative mental health and wellbeing initiatives that align closely with our Teen Mental Health First Aid program coming up this term.
Man Cave focuses on empowering boys to become positive, respectful young men. The program aims to create lasting, positive shifts in attitudes and behaviours by providing psychologically safe spaces, and challenging harmful gender stereotypes.
The Big Sister program involved meaningful discussions and interactive activities where the girls built confidence, strengthened connections with one another, and developed practical strategies to support their wellbeing and relationships.
Here are some reflections from participating students:
"I enjoyed connecting with other students in my year level."
"I enjoyed learning and hearing stories from people's past experiences, and how people can overcome tough situations."
"I learned that some people are struggling with the same things that I am."
"I learned that you don’t always know what someone else is going through."
"It was a safe space to speak and share."
"I learned that my classmates have the same insecurities as me, even if we look different on the outside."
"One of the most challenging things was allowing myself to be vulnerable."
