Resources

Resources to help learn, grow and make an impact.

Why we need to be calling out Coward Punches   

Culture and society

There’s a world of difference between a “king hit” and a “coward punch” – and it’s time we all started calling it out.

Now’s the time to discuss organ donation

Culture and society

While the Pat Cronin Foundation is passionate about ending the Coward Punch, it is also keen to highlight the importance of saving lives through organ donation.

‘A message you need to hear’

Culture and society

The Pat Cronin Foundation has notched up another milestone, with Be Wise presentations to two of Australia’s greatest sports clubs – the Collingwood Magpies and The Melbourne Storm.

A giant thank-you for $75,000 raised

Events

With over $75,000 raised, the Pat Cronin Foundation’s successful 2022 Be Wise Ball has ensured it can keep up with unprecedented demand for its educational presentations.

Is it ok to use violence to defend yourself?  

Changing behaviour

Nobody ever said it would be easy to eliminate violence, and latest Pat Cronin Foundation research reveals some surprising attitudes to the issue.

Attitudes in sport need to change

Culture and society

In the not-so-distant past, punch-ups were part of the attraction for fans of professional footy. And indeed, some punters still…

The Be Wise Ball is back

Events

After several false starts due to pandemic restrictions, we’re all looking forward to the Be Wise Ball – especially Aussie pop royalty The Chantoozies.

Bendigo footballers to learn about far-reaching impacts of violence     

News

As many as 30,000 Bendigo footballers are to become part of an anti-violence initiative the Pat Cronin Foundation is rolling out in Victoria.

Violence is never the solution

Culture and society

Will Smith’s behaviour at the Oscars proves violence is never the solution, according to the Pat Cronin Foundation .

Maryborough takes pro-active role in violence prevention

News

The Pat Cronin Foundation is set to take centre stage at a special event in Maryborough, as the community comes together in the wake of several incidents.

What was it like growing up with Pat Cronin? 

Culture and society

While there’s a lot going on in the world of Emma Cronin, her thoughts of her brother Pat – who died after a Coward Punch – are never far away.

New Be Wise presenter tackles toxic masculinity

News

Knowing how to stop, breathe and say no to violence is an important life skill, says Pat Cronin Foundation’s newest Be Wise educational presenter Alan Latu.
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