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Establishing A Healthy, Safe and Trusted Neighborhood

Background

The Centre for Migrant and Refugee Health (CMRH) has launched this program to foster neighbourhood trust and create a safer, healthier environment for young people beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. Recognizing the impact of social responsibility on community well-being, the initiative is designed to reduce violence and crime by promoting positive behavioural change.

Grounded in Social Responsibility Therapy (SRT), our approach utilizes evidence-based interventions to address harmful behaviours, ensuring young people develop the necessary emotional and social maturity to contribute positively to society. The program specifically targets five destructive behaviours: sexual, physical, property, substance, and trust abuse.

Aim

To promote safer neighbourhoods by reducing youth violence, substance misuse, and anti-social behaviour through culturally responsive education, mentorship, and positive community engagement.

Digital Youth Campaign – SuperSober Minds

Utilizes Snapchat and TikTok to deliver positive messaging to youth aged 12–24. The campaign promotes:

Responsible social behaviour
Wise drinking habits
Positive online interactions
The core message: “ALWAYS SOBER”

Knife Crime and Homicide Prevention Campaign

A response to the rising issue of youth violence and knife-related crime in Victoria. The campaign includes:

Awareness sessions on the legal and social consequences of knife crime
Intervention programs for at-risk youth
Conflict resolution and anti-violence training for schools and community groups
Peer-led mentorship and storytelling to challenge the culture of violence

Community Education

Delivers workshops, seminars, and online sessions on:

Alcohol and Other Drugs (AODs)
Mental health and wellbeing
Family violence prevention
Harm reduction strategies

Objectives

Reduce youth involvement in knife crime, violence, and substance abuse.
Promote emotional maturity, self-control, and personal responsibility among young people.
Increase awareness of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AODs) and their impact on mental health and family violence.
Equip communities with knowledge and tools for violence prevention and early intervention.
Empower youth through peer-led initiatives and social media campaigns that encourage positive behaviour.
Foster safe, inclusive, and resilient communities that support long-term wellbeing and belonging.

Target Audience

This program is designed for:

Young people aged 12-24 years at risk of engaging in harmful behaviour.
Families, parents, and caregivers seeking to better understand youth behavioural challenges.
Schools, community leaders, and organizations advocating for violence prevention.
Broader community members committed to fostering safer neighbourhoods.

Expectations and Impact

This initiative is expected to:

Reduce violence, knife crime, and homicide among young people in Victoria.
Promote a culture of responsibility, self-awareness, and emotional maturity.
Raise awareness about the harms of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AODs) and their link to family violence and mental health issues.
Empower young people to make positive choices through engaging social media campaigns and community education.

By fostering a “safety-first” mindset, the program ultimately enhances the quality of life in our communities, ensuring young people become responsible and engaged citizens.

How Do I Get Involved?

Individuals and organizations can participate in three key program levels:

SuperSober Minds

A social media-based intervention on Snapchat, and TikTok encouraging young people to maintain a violence-free, crime-free lifestyle. Using group chats and digital messaging, the campaign promotes:

Wise drinking habits
Positive social interactions
Love and peace under the theme “ALWAYS SOBER”

Community Education

A structured educational initiative delivering workshops, seminars, and online sessions to raise awareness about AODs, substance abuse, family violence, and mental health. Sessions are led by experienced trainers and focus on harm reduction and community safety.

Knife Crime and Homicide Prevention Campaign

This campaign addresses the increasing concern of knife-related crimes and youth violence in Victoria. It aims to:

Educate young people on the legal, social, and life-threatening consequences of carrying and using knives.
Provide intervention programs for youth at risk of violent crime involvement.
Work with schools, parents, and community leaders to foster conflict resolution skills and alternatives to violence.
Organize peer-led initiatives, storytelling, and mentorship programs to challenge the culture of knife crime.

The campaign will use social media, school-based education, and community workshops to change perceptions and promote non-violent solutions to conflict.

Contact Information

For more details or to get involved, reach out to us:

Email: communications@cmrh.org.au
Phone: 0433 443 791

Centre for Migrant and Refugee Health

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Our services range from onsite, referral, and outreach (home-based) programs. We provide culturally safe, appropriate interventions and mental healthcare-specific services. In addition, the centre supports research and advocate for policies that eliminate systemic inequities and inequalities in accessing mental health and healthcare services.