Edugram’s and School Engagement

• We require 2 x responsible adults physically present during the EduGram delivery eg Teacher and/or Wellbeing staff  
• School staff are responsible for sanitation & applying social distancing measures (1.5m distance) 
• If materials are provided to the school for the duration of the program, we ask that they are safely stored and looked after (eg Djembes for Drumbeat.)  
• School staff will be responsible for any physical follow up that is required. Youth Services staff are available to support with referrals.  

• School staff are responsible for having the appropriate technology set up for EduGrams. Youth Services staff will communicate what is required.  

Background
After consultation with schools within Wyndham, it was recognised that there is a need to further educate young people on basic skills and knowledge around self-care. The program focuses on mental health, self-care and local agencies that young people can seek support from.

Introduction
This program gives an overview of mental health, self-care and local support services. Discussions are facilitated by youth workers which aim to assist young people to become more aware of their mental health and the importance of self-care.

Key Learning and Objectives

• Mental health awareness
• Self-care strategies
• Local Support Services

Workshop Outline

Participants: Suitable for up to 30 participants aged 12-18 years of age as well as a large forum style to suit up to 150 students.

Facilitators: Wyndham City Council Youth Development Officers

Duration: 60 minutes

Location: This program can be delivered in a school setting* or local youth space. (*Specific room requirements can be discussed with Youth Services staff members)

Transport: NA

Cost: Free

Format

• The session will be run for 45 minutes during the school term. School Welfare team are to discuss with Youth Services staff in regard to what day and time of the week are most suitable.
• At the end of the program an evaluation form is to be completed by the young people to aid in the improvement and further development of the program.
• The session is delivered by two youth workers utilizing a PowerPoint presentation to highlight key points and interactive activities to explore and practice developed skills around assertive communication.
• Remember to check the website states that consecutive sessions can be booked

Confidentiality & Additional Support

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a safe environment for young people and volunteers. Wyndham City Council recognizes that trust is essential for good youth work and is the foundation for all relationships within. Maintaining confidences is an integral part of building trust between young people, volunteers and the youth development officers and will be respected at all times, apart from where it conflicts with reporting child protection concerns. If youth development officers do hold any concerns the appropriate staff member of your school will be contacted as well as any services that may be required (including emergency services).

Background

The Sexuality & Gender Education Program was developed based on the results of a recent consultation with young people and schools within Wyndham. Through this consultation it was identified that there is a need to further educate young people about the experiences of young people who identify as GLBTIQ+ to reduce stigma and create a safer environment for learning.

Introduction 

The Sexuality & Gender Education Program provides insight into the experience of young people who identify as Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex or anything other than cisgender and/or heterosexual. The intention of the program is to increase awareness and encourage a more inclusive and accepting school environment.

The program is framed by harm minimization, providing young people practical skills and language to challenge misconceptions and promote the celebration of diversity within the school and community. 

Key Learning & Objectives

• Defining Sexuality & Gender
• Understanding the impacts of bullying & discrimination
• Developing inclusive language and practices

Workshop Outline

Participants: Suitable for up to 30 participants aged 12 – 18 years

Facilitators: 2 x Wyndham Youth Services Staff Members

Duration: 1x 45 minute sessions

Location: This program can be delivered in a school setting* or local youth space. (*Specific room requirements can be discussed with Youth Services staff members)

Transport: N/A

Cost: Free

Format

• This presentation will run as a once off 45 minute session during the school term. School Welfare/School leadership are to discuss with Youth Services staff regarding what days and time of the week are most suitable. The presentation can be offered as a standalone education session or can be developed into a series alongside our other education presentations.
• Students are referred to the Program via the Welfare Coordinators, Year Level Coordinators or other members of the school leadership, however student’s engagement must be voluntary.
• At the completion of the presentation an evaluation for is to be completed by the young people to aid in the improvements of the program. 

Confidentiality & Additional Support

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a safe environment for young people and volunteers. Wyndham City Council recognizes that trust is essential for good youth work and is the foundation for all relationships within. Maintaining confidences is an integral part of building trust between young people, volunteers and the youth development officers and will be respected at all times, apart from where it conflicts with reporting child protection concerns. If youth development officers do hold any concerns the appropriate staff member of your school will be contacted as well as any services that may be required (including emergency services).

Background

Holyoake’s DRUMBEAT is the world’s first structured learning program using music, psychology and neurobiology to reconnect with ourselves and others. The name DRUMBEAT is an acronym for Discovering Relationships Using Music, Beliefs, Emotions, Attitudes, and Thoughts. DRUMBEAT incorporates hand drumming, behavioral therapeutic principles and cognitive and dialectical elements to achieve positive outcomes. DRUMBEAT facilitates the social and emotional skills for healthy relationships and values.

https://www.holyoake.org.au/drumbeat/testimonials/

Introduction

The DRUMBEAT program aims to engage young people using music as the medium. The African drum is a perfect medium – it’s exciting (cool), it’s easy to play (reduces fear of failure), it’s powerful (demands attention), playing it is physical (releases tension) and it’s not too big to cart around. The drum has a magnetic attraction to young people and playing it with others is a very safe way of communicating. For many of the young people we work with the drum becomes an object of security and comfort.

Aims & Objectives

The DRUMBEAT program brings music back into the lives of young people and opens a new avenue for expression that is pro-social. DRUMBEAT develops persistence, patience and commitment. Evaluations of the program have shown that young people are more willing and able to engage in mainstream group activities upon completing the program; they have improved emotional regulation, feel more confident, less anxious and have a greater sense of belonging. These changes have been maintained for participants 12 months after completing the program.

Key Learning

The six sessions have a theme:

• The Rhythm of Life
• Relationships
• Harmony
• Identity and Community
• Emotions & Feelings
• Teamwork

The themes are used to draw attention to the experience of the drummers in the group and how those experiences relate to the way they interact with others more generally.

Workshop Outline

Participants: Suitable for up to 12 participants aged 12-25 years

Facilitators: Wyndham City Council Youth Development Officers

Duration: 6 to 8 weeks

Location: This program can be delivered in a school setting* or local youth space. (*Specific room requirements can be discussed with Youth Services staff members)

Transport: N/A

Cost: Free

Format

The program is taught to groups from 10 – 12 participants for 6 to 8 weeks, for 1 hour each session and ends with a performance where teachers, wellbeing staff and parents/guardians are invited to attend.

• The selected school wellbeing department will choose the appropriate students.
• The drum beat facilitator will meet the chosen group before the session starts to meet and greet, explain the program and discuss expectations with young people. The students will need to have a program enrolment
• An evaluation form will be completed for feedback pre-program as well as post program.

Protocols

• It is expected that participants attend all sessions.
• New participants cannot enter the program, as group guidelines, new drum patterns, and group dynamics have been established.
• It is an expectation for the same wellbeing worker or teacher to attend and participate in every session with the drum beat facilitator, however if a wellbeing worker is not available for the 6 sessions, a casual youth worker can be organised.

Confidentiality & Additional Support

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a safe environment for young people and volunteers. Wyndham City Council recognizes that trust is essential for good youth work and is the foundation for all relationships within. Maintaining confidences is an integral part of building trust between young people, volunteers and the youth development officers and will be respected at all times, apart from where it conflicts with reporting child protection concerns. If youth development officers do hold any concerns the appropriate staff member of your school will be contacted as well as any services that may be required (including emergency services).

Outcomes

There is extensive research in the delivery of Drumbeat Program. Visit https://holyoake.org.au/.