We get lots of feedback from teachers and parents about the positive benefits of our programs but
what is more revealing, is that every now and then, I will get a child who will make me a personal
card or message. One of the most touching I ever received was from a girl who wrote “Thank you for
sharing this with me. It’s been great to talk about it with my Mum and we are now closer than ever.”
When I received that I thought, if I never help another child, I will be happy with just this one.
For me, the greatest benefit is that children feel more comfortable with these topics and that they
recognise that it is ok to talk about it. It can also help strengthen the parent-child relationship.
Parents sometimes come into our sessions with the idea that we are going to do all the work when
it comes to sharing this knowledge with their kids. It is about helping parents realise that what we
are is the ice-breaker and that talking with their kids about these topics, sharing their own life stories
and experiences can help create a very special connection and help improve their relationship with
their kids
“
Janet was very entertaining and engaging.
She answered the student’s questions openly
and honestly.
- Hobartville Public School
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