The RIV Project is a 10 year Social Change Program Model that has been established through a partnership between The Women’s Cottage and the Community Bank North Richmond & Richmond part of Bendigo Bank.
The RIV Project is aimed at supporting young people, teachers, schools and families to maintain healthy and safe relationships.
The program will offer:
- Age appropriate safe relationship group learning through the Love Bites program https://www.napcan.org.au/
- Support to teachers and students through school wellness programs
- Individual support to young people in consultation with and involving their families
A little more about safe relationship learning:
Programs like Love Bites are used in schools to foster a culture of respect and support within communities. The program caters to different age groups and development stages through fun, creative and interactive activities.
The program offers a safe space for young people to learn about their rights and responsibilities in relationships, healthy boundaries, and how to handle challenges in a respectful way.
The program also covers important topics, including online safety, bullying prevention, and how to maintain and respect boundaries in relationships. As well as how to get support if needed.
The program focuses on teaching respect, communication, and problem-solving skills, helping young people build strong relationships without resorting to violence.
Respectful Relationships education is a key program aimed at preventing family and intimate partner violence by promoting positive, healthy relationships among young people.
Love Bites is based on research and designed to align with the Australian Curriculum. It is delivered by trained RIV workers with additional support available from Teachers and School Liaison Officers.
