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Darren Grant

Does walking away from a fight make you weak?

Changing behaviour

Fight or walk away? Making the decision to walk away will always be the primary solution in avoiding a potentially violent situation.

How do we stem the rise of classroom violence?

Culture and society

The rising violence in Australian schools is a complex issue with no easy solution. However, addressing the root causes—such as societal shifts, the influence of social media, and the breakdown of respect - are critical first steps.

Kids’ sports crisis: The rise of sideline abuse

Culture and society

Every Saturday morning, kids across Australia head to their local sports grounds, ready for a day of fun.

Shattered lives: The surprising damage of a single punch

Understanding violence

"You know, I got right in his face and just gave him a kiss and said: 'Dad's here.

Building emotional skills in kids: How to raise peacemakers

Psychology and emotions

Changing attitudes to social violence means starting education early, when children’s behaviours are only just forming.

The conversation that could save your child’s life

Changing behaviour

Teaching our children to handle anger and confrontations is crucial.  It could literally save lives – maybe theirs, maybe someone…

Victoria’s flawed Coward Punch laws need to be overhauled 

Culture and society

The Pat Cronin Foundation's push to fix Victoria's flawed Coward Punch laws is louder than ever, fuelled by major media coverage.

Pat’s Match

Events

Hot on the heels of the Pat Cronin Foundation Round, the countdown is on to the second annual Pat's Match at Sandringham Football Club on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

Booking a Be Wise presentation – answers to  frequently asked questions  

News

Wondering whether a Be Wise presentation is right for your school? How effective are they? Do I need to prepare students? All these questions and more are answered here.

Book a presentation now for 2024

News

With every state in Australia covered, now’s the time to book a potentially life-saving Be Wise presentation in 2024. In…
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