Digital Wellness: Navigating online content and building healthy relationships
Mana Ake invites parents to this FREE informative and engaging evening feature three skilled professionals who specialise in key areas of online safety, building healthy relationships, and parenting.
Date: Wednesday 2nd April 2025.
Time: 6.30 to 8.30pm.
Location: Chapel Street Centre (68 Harewood Road, Papanui).
Cost: FREE.
The distinguished speakers include:
- Dr. Tracy Clelland: Tracy is an educator, researcher at the University of Canterbury, and consultant specialising in student wellbeing, learning, and community development, who brings a wealth of knowledge to her work with students and families. Her research focuses on how whānau and rangatahi navigate the relationships and sexuality education space.
- Anna Mowat: With a background in both psychology and English, Anna combines her expertise to help families better understand and support their children's emotional and developmental needs. She creates valuable wellbeing content and resources, and also hosts a parenting podcast, where she shares practical insights and advice to empower parents in their journey.
- Lyn Jansen: Lyn is Prevention Education Lead at STOP and is committed to creating safe and supportive environments by equipping families with the tools and knowledge to prevent harm. She offers consultation and guidance to parents, caregivers, schools, and professionals dealing with incidents of sexualised play and behaviour between children, helping them navigate these sensitive situations with care and understanding.
About Mana Ake
Mana Ake provides support to Canterbury children in years 1 to 8 at school, promoting wellbeing and positive mental health. They can support children at school and at home and provide advice, guidance, and workshops for parents, whānau and teachers.