John Fleming, Teacher of Drama, Camden High School, assisted by Senior Constable Steve Allchin Older male secondary students graduate from an intensive 10 week training course to become mentors and peer leaders. A graduate of the program, Greg Benson, will contribute his perspective. It complements girls programs and offers a wider range of behavioural options than in the traditional male model. Domestic Violence Crisis Service, ACT An in-school program negotiated on a class by class basis. A facilitated discussion about student s experience of violence, in the community, in the school, in their peer groups.
Further sessions look at relationship issues, positive and negative aspects.
The impact of domestic violence within relationships is discussed. But they can be done. A case study from Blacktown Boys High School. Two examples will be presented. Teaching communication and social skills through building relationships with young men in a program in Auckland.