PORN & NZ Young People Report 2018

The recent explosion of internet technology and unlimited, unregulated and free access to online pornography via mobile devices has dramatically changed the pornography landscape for young people in Aotearoa.


“Porn and Young People – What do we know?” is a 2018 report produced by The Light Project, giving some interesting insights from youth organisations, schools, whanau, therapists and Christian faith based organisations.  The report says that “There is now an increasing body of research that suggests porn is shaping young people’s sexual beliefs, attitudes and behaviours and that it may
be associated with potentially harmful sexual and mental health outcomes.  The findings suggested that 94% of those respondents believe that porn is an issue for young people in Aotearoa. 71% are already engaging in conversations about porn with young people in their workplace, but of these, 59% feel unequipped, reporting a lack of porn knowledge and awareness.” 

Check out the full report here and more information in the ‘soon to be launched’ website: www.thelightproject.co.nz 
 

Porn and Young People – what do we know (2018 Aotearoa Report)

Mother & Daughter Day

A massive shout out to our beloved Switch New Brighton who catered our mother daughter day over the weekend! Amazing wee lunch boxes jam packed with the most amazing delicious food. Kept everyone full and happy for an awesome day! Thank you for supporting us Switch we really value having you in our community!

TEDx Youth 2018

TEDx Youth Avon River is an independently organised TEDx event for youth, by youth. Connecting like-minded individuals and sharing ideas worth spreading and reminding young Cantabrians, aged 25 and under, of the inspiration on their doorstep! Join the half day event at the Art Gallery, packed with talented and inspiring speakers and performers from around New Zealand.

https://www.facebook.com/events/865713423636048/

Parents of Girls

Starting tonight at 8:45pm on TV1 this two-part special follows the play, conversations and fascinating challenges that have been set for a group of five and six-year-old girls. Two psychologists observe all the drama, tears and hilarity of kiwi girls.

https://www.tvnz.co.nz/shows/the-secret-life-of-girls

Girls Club Talent Show

So much talent at our weekly Girls Club – here’s the brave ones who showcased their talents in front of the 40 other girls aged 5 – 9.

 

Mother & Daughter Day

Few spaces still available for next Saturday’s Mums and Daughter Day for intermediate aged girls just $60 per couple, we cover Breakfast, Lunch, Archery, Craft and amazing sessions run by one of our trained counsellors. There are limited spots, so if you’re keen to spend a quality weekend with your daughter and other Mums in your same situation, register on this link or email: olivia.brown@yat.org.nz with any queries.

Mother Daughter Day

Family Fun Night 2018 – Wednesday 31st October

Everyone is welcome to the annual Family Fun Night from 5:00pm – 7:30pm @ Grace Vineyard Beach Campus, 111 Seaview Road, New Brighton. Plenty of parking on Beresford Street.

For only a gold coin donation, join in a large variety of carnival games, bouncy castles, arts & crafts, games, food trucks (to purchase), live bands and two shows by an entertainer!

We encourage ‘non-spooky’ dress-up’s because it’s a safe & fun alternative to Trick or Treating.

Follow the FB Event here:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1935255393234374/

 

Amped Camp 2018

For our Rock Solid’ers who plan on coming to Camp at the end of this term, sign up this week to get an Early Bird discount of just $45. Chat to us if money is an issue or you want to pay it off over time: matt.barnes@yat.org.nz

http://www.cys.org.nz/amped/

Congrats Jorja

So honoured to attend the YMCA Canterbury Youth Awards last night! Very proud of one of our volunteers Jorja awarded runner up for the PLYAT Commitment to Wellbeing Award! Representing Youth Alive Trust awesomely! Congrats Jorja!

So honoured to attend the YMCA Canterbury Youth Awards last night! Very proud of one of our volunteers Jorja awarded runner up for the PLYAT Commitment to Wellbeing Award! Representing Youth Alive awesomely! Congrats Jorja! ⭐️

Posted by Youth Alive Trust on Friday, August 31, 2018