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Jai’s journey – from Top Blokes graduate to mental health advocate
Categories: Top Blokes newsJai is one of our grads from back in 2017. He started out in a Top Blokes pilot program at his local school and has since become an ambassador, an advocate and a total Top Blokes legend!
Creating safe spaces: The power of vulnerability
Central Coast, NSW youth worker, Toby heads to the barber chair. He shares the importance of giving boys and young men access to role models and a safe space where they can come together to open up at their own pace.
Navigating the maze | Pressure from peers, society and media on young people
Categories: Top Blokes newsRafay, a Top Blokes gradate shares his powerful journey to a newfound confidence. He shares openly up about the impact of peer pressure, societal expectations, and media influence on today’s youth.
Talking mental health with the RAAF
Categories: Top Blokes newsIn the world of Australian defence, the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) stands as a symbol of courage, honour, and resilience. But behind the tough exterior of these brave servicemen lies a common challenge that we all face: navigating the complexities of life.
Meet Colin: Leading social education in Toowoomba
Categories: Mentor StoryDiscover the impactful journey of Colin, a mentor at Top Blokes in Toowoomba, empowering young men for a brighter future.
Transformation of mental health in AFL clubs: Implementing ‘Ahead of the Game’
Categories: Top Blokes news‘Ahead of the Game,’ a mental health initiative funded by Movember and AFL is being implemented across Australia by organisations like Top Blokes. While the footy season may have drawn to a close for now, we took the opportunity to reflect on the program so far.
Building community: creating connections and discovering what it is to be a good man
Categories: Top Blokes newsSalim, a Top Blokes graduate speaks his truth on what it means to be a good man; he speaks deeply about masculinities and the importance of connection with your friends.
A journey of personal growth and authenticity
Regional Coordinator, Aaron heads to the barber chair this Movember and shares some of his own personal mentoring journey and how to live with authenticity. He sheds light on the struggles faced by young males, delving into issues surrounding masculinities, anger, and the constraints of societal stereotypes.
Lifting the Load for mental health
Each October, the Top Blokes community unites, igniting a blaze of passionate commitment and unwavering support for a cause that transcends states and territories – the Lift the Load challenge. It’s a rallying cry for advocating positive mental health among young males, and this year was nothing short of a triumph!
Darius Boyd raising awareness for male health and wellbeing
Categories: In the mediaFormer NRL star Darius Boyd is raising awareness for male health and wellbeing through his work with the Top Blokes Foundation