Working With Young Men Symposium – Thursday 25th June

The foundations of men’s health are laid down in the early stages of life. Working to improve the lives and health of young men today can have a positive social benefit that lasts decades. This event brings together some of the leading projects working with young men across Australia to share their knowledge and experience.

Session 1: 9.30AM - 10.45AM (AEST)

Why target young men, do we need a gendered approach?

The speakers are:

Martin Fisk, CEO, Menslink

David Burt, CEO and Founder of SALT (Sport and Life Training)

Ray Swann, Deputy Head, Brighton Grammar School

Session 2: 10.45AM - 12 noon (AEST)

Talking about tough issues - what's working?

With:

Paul Zappa, Facilitator, The Men's Project

Jane Higgins, CEO, The Odyssey Program

Delroy Bergsma, Clinical Manager Outreach, Youth Focus

Session 3:12 noon - 1pm (AEST)

Working together - building partnership and collaboration

Speakers include:

Callum MacPherson, Young Blood, Men's Health Matters podcast

Amy Harvison, Head of Programs and Operations, Top Blokes Foundation

Matt Defina, Head of Programs, The Man Cave