Many of the girls are talking more openly and have appeared to become closer. Skills gained through the MPower Girls program include increased confidence, connectedness with other girls  and staff as well as the ability to speak one’s own mind and be assertive in a positive way.

The Year 7 enrolments reflect a diverse primary background and many Year 7 students initially have few or no friends in the secondary school. The Peer Support Program provides the opportunity for them to make friends amongst their peers and with the older students.

Such worthwhile, well-based concepts. Content presented very clearly and professionally. The presenter was clearly experienced.

I like speaking and listening to people. It’s giving me more confidence.

Teachers have noted that the school community as a whole have benefited from the implementation of this program in that students have gained vital skills in the form of confidence, leadership and increased levels of self-esteem.

We are aware that this program has been directly responsible for potentially saving the lives of several young people.

Since commencing the program, teachers have not had to deal with as many problems or conflicts, as the peer mediators have actively and successfully utilised their mediation and leadership skills to resolve student conflicts