ManAlive News January 2005
A very happy and prosperous New Year from everyone at Man Alive
Next Step - for men
Men's groups, heard about them but unsure? Next Step is a group of men, talking, listening, building trust and exploring what it means to be a man in today's world. When a group of men get together in a climate of trust something quite extraordinary happens, we discover a much bigger picture of what is to be a man; beyond the roles society asks of us and in so doing we find new possibilities in our relationships, our work and our lives. Next Step is about broadening our experience of being a man, alive. It's about you, your relationships, fathers and fathering, feelings and much more, all in Next Step, join us.
Next Step runs over 8 weeks, with evening sessions of no more than 3 hours and is held at Man Alive Men's Centre, 11 Edmonton Rd, Henderson.
Next courses are on: February 2nd - March 23rd or April 13th - June 1st.
Cost is only $80.00 for the 8 week course. This is only $10.00 per week! For more info ring Chris (09)835-0509
Father and Son - Journey to the Falls
The Journey to the Falls is for fathers and sons who wish to deepen their relationship and understanding of men's community. It is designed for youth from 11 to 17 years and fathers (including mentors, step fathers or a significant adult male in the youth's life) who are reasonably fit, active, responsible and willing to be involved in an adventure. As a group, we will walk for several hours through the bush to Piha, staying overnight in accommodation provided at Stedfast Park. As a group we will create a night around the fire, share food, culture, story craft, and music and have the opportunity to speak of our own experience, hopes and dreams.
The next Journey to the Falls is: Saturday 9th - 10th April, Fee $125.00 (total for father and son) includes breakfast and dinner. Ring Ron (09) 835 0509 for bookings.
Boys Alive - a programme for Boys
Boys Alive is a drama and out-door activity based programme that covers the issues of choice and consequences that surround anger, emotion, communication, esteem and identity. The programme is aimed at boys between 9 and 13 years that may have experienced difficulties concerning anger, isolation, self esteem, and require assistance to realise their potential as they move towards being teenagers. The Boys Alive programme involves seven two hour evening sessions and three outdoor activity days that include an experience of river kayaking, tramping and camping. Skilled facilitators will appropriately introduce an enquiry around culture, male identity, respect, responsibility and self reliance.
Next programme: Wednesday 2nd March - 13th April.
For more information on Boys Alive contact Ron (09)835-0509 ext 812 or Steve (09)835-0509 ext 804.
Youth to Men
Youth to Men is designed for boys aged 14-16 years in difficulty at school, acting out, bullying or struggling with the transition from youth to manhood. This is an eight week programme which works positive male role modelling, story craft, mythology and shared experience. They learn the importance of respectful communications, clear boundaries, positive relationship and autonomy. Outside of this group the service is broadened with the addition of one to one counselling, Family Therapy and follow ups as needed. The programme is available at Man Alive or within interested schools.
Next programme at Man Alive is Thursday 3rd March - 14th April.
For more information on Youth to Men contact Ron (09)835-0509 ext 812 or Steve (09)835-0509 ext 804.
Street Talk
Man Alive fully endorses this programme it is critically important for young men as they are at the most risk on roads and have the most injuries and fatalities.
Street Talk is a driving awareness programme developed by the Land Transport Safety Authority to help drivers identify the risk factors they face on the road and become safer drivers. By completing a Street Talk course participants are able to apply for their full licence six months sooner (i.e. get six months off their restricted licence).
Street Talk is a 10 hour programme consisting of 5 x 2hr sessions. Participants receive a log book and certificate on completion of the course. The primary focus of the Street Talk Young Driver Education Programme is to help participants identify and challenge attitudes and behaviours that lead to dangerous or reckless driving.
- The next courses are:
- February 7 (4-8pm) & February 14, 21 & 28, (4-6pm).
WEA Association, 9 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson. - March 9, 16, 23, 30 & April 6 (4-6pm).
Massey Community House, 385 Don Buck Road, Triangle Park, Massey. - March 14 (4-8pm) and March 21, April 4 & 11 (4-6pm).
Green Bay Community House, Green Bay. - School Holiday Period: April 18 (9-1pm) & April 20, 22 & 26 (9-11am).
Man Alive Centre, 11 Edmonton Road, Henderson.
If you would like to attend a course, know of young drivers who are interested in attending or would like to organise a Street Talk course for your school/ organisation (minimum 8 participants) please contact Stephen Bell. Email: drivesafe@actrix.co.nz phone: (09)817 1122.
Diploma in Violence and Trauma Studies - AUT
This NZQA approved programme, held on Akoranga Campus, Northcote, North Shore, Auckland, is a one year full time programme. Students can also enrol part time and complete the course over two years.
Applicants come from people-helping agency backgrounds, or are motivated and demonstrate suitability for study in this field. The programme is taught at level 5 and 6 and applicants should demonstrate ability to study at this level or have some relevant tertiary qualification.
The aim of the programme is to provide vocational training in violence, abuse and trauma for people working in people helping settings - in particular the health and justice sector and with community agencies which offer crisis intervention. The programme allows students to develop an understanding of theory and practice in this field and the skills and attitudes necessary to enhance work practice.
Semester 1: Week beginning 28 February 2005, Semester 2: Week beginning25 July 2005
Closing Date: Closing date for late application enrolments is 15th Feb2005. Interviews take place in Jan. and Feb.
Contact Susan Ryan or Carole Popman Phone :(09) 917 9999 ext7748 Email: susan.ryan@aut.ac.nz or carole.popman@aut.ac.nz
For information online www.aut.ac.nz/faculties/health
The Mankind Project - New Warriors Training Weekend
The Mankind Project Presents The New Warrior Training Adventure to be held, 4/5/6 March 2005 at Haskell Park Campground, Ardmore, South Auckland.
The Mankind Project is an international men's organisation with membership of over 30,000 men in the world. It is a non-profit organisation, dedicated to helping each man through their process of discovering their "sacred masculinity". This training is about men taking the risk to discover their authentic masculine power. It is about learning how to love all men and women without condition, fear or prejudice, making the world safer, one man at a time. You will be asked to examine your life, to explore your inward self and take risks in your quest for healing and inner strength.
For more information please contact: Richard Solomon (09) 524 6426 or Ian Medway (09) 238 4058, or visit their website: www.mkp.org.nz.
ManAlive is a comprehensive men's centre, dedicated to working with and supporting men, youth and boys on issues that affect their lives. Our programmes and services are designed for men, by men.
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