AFLSQ is thrilled to introduce two new support programs, Bamba Mari (Strong Aboriginal Man) and Weekly Support Sessions.
Bamba Mari
Bamba Mari is a men’s program run over eight weeks on a Tuesday and is designed to bring men aged 16 years and older together to discuss their issues that they are dealing with daily.
This program is designed for dads, uncles, pops, nephews and carers to come along and enhance their relationships with their partners, children and community. The program accepts referrals from all government agencies, families, self-referrals and is a referral pathway for Yumbin Community Justice Group (Murri Court).
Topics include the roles of dads, communicating with children, connecting with children, behaviour and discipline, stress and anger and relationships and personal growth.
Outside of the program AFLSQ can offer one on one support to the men and their families. This could be an Independent Person (IP) with child safety, ensuring their health and social emotional wellbeing has been looked after and supporting them with their appointments. This is a wraparound service, that makes sure First Nations people have the holistic care that they need and deserve.
Find out more about Bamba Mari here.
Weekly Support Sessions
Our Weekly Support Sessions program is held every Wednesday and is a safe and informative space for parents, carers, uncles, and aunties to come together and learn about:
- Child protection
- Social and emotional wellbeing
- Domestic and family violence and what domestic and family violence orders mean
- Healthy lifestyles
- Drug and alcohol counselling
- Budgeting help
- Parenting guidance
- Health support
A counsellor, social worker and lawyer will be on site to help facilitate these sessions.
Find out more about our Weekly Support Sessions here.