Because Growing Up is Optional

Participating in a modern-day Rite of Passage event can provide young Australians with many advantages, including a sense of purpose and meaning, the development of important life skills, a deeper connection to their culture and history, and stronger social bonds with their parents, peers and mentors.

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Journey to Manhood

What do you do out there in the bush for a week?
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Community Day

Community Day is the reunion with loved ones
after the program is complete.
A very special occasion.

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Journey to Manhood

Programs for 13-16 year old teenage boys and their families to celebrate the transition from childhood to adulthood.

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Building Bridges

A weekend or six week course for fathers and either their sons or daughters that strengthens relationships for the road ahead. For young people aged 12-16.

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Journey into Womanhood

Programs for 13-16 year old teenage girls and their families to celebrate the transition from childhood to adulthood.

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Powerhouse Blog

Talking with Kids about Porn – Part Two

Last week we started talking about porn and the importance of talking about porn. If you missed the first instalment of this important topic you can find it here … This week Hugh Martin is helping us to look at some values around porn.

Fathers letter to Son on First Date

In late October, in a Man-Making Blog post titled: Advice for A Young Man’s First Date, Earl Hipp quoted an article we posted on our Facebook page. Earl asked me if I’d write a blog describing a list a man might offer his son..

Talking with Kids about Porn - Part One

Hugh Martin from Man Enough supports men of all ages to take positive steps in taking responsibility for this area of their lives. We invited Hugh to share a 3-part series for knowledge, understanding and strategies for talking about porn.

RAISING TEENAGE BOYS

What many of the parenting experts and big thinkers of today are saying is missing:-
A Rite of Passage
… and here it is in one easy-to-read book.

RAISING TEENAGE BOYS is 270 pages of what parents really need to know about the often challenging teenage years. You’ll find here a map for your son or sons to become healthy and confident young men. This is a Man-Making Manual for ALL families, whether facing real challenges or doing OK.

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