Author: joanne
Young men, the algorithm, and what they’re really searching for
Categories: Top Blokes newsLast week, Movember released a powerful new report, Young Men’s Health in a Digital World, shining a spotlight on something we see through our work: masculinity influencers aren’t just shaping the algorithm — they’re shaping identity, health, and belonging. The report, based on insights from over 3,000 young men across Australia, the UK and the…
Creating Brave Spaces
Our awesome Regional Coordinator on the Sunshine Coast, QLD chats to local radio station Caboolture Community 101.5FM with Rotary Association member Shane. Reece shares with listeners how our programs work in schools and across community – he creates a brave space for young men to be respectful to each other, those around them and themselves.…
Meet Toby: From the footy field to the classroom
Categories: Mentor StoryAt Top Blokes, we believe that strong role models can make all the difference in a young man’s life. Toby is one of those role models —someone who meets young blokes where they’re at, challenges them to think differently and supports them in becoming the best version of themselves. From the rugby league footy fields…
Why are boys turning to the manosphere?
Categories: Top Blokes newsThe Netflix series Adolescence has struck a nerve — and for good reason. It’s powerful, emotional, and at times devastating. But more than anything, it’s timely. As a youth mental health charity that works closely with young men every day, we recognise the world Jamie (the central character) is navigating because we hear these stories…
Meet Jacob: From army to youth advocacy
At Top Blokes, our team brings passion, lived experience, and a commitment to empowering young men to lead healthy, safe, and fulfilling lives. Today, we sit down with Jacob our Regional Coordinator for Illawarra and the South Coast. He holds a Diploma in Community Services and a Cert IV in Training and Assessment. We chat…
Three takeaways every young man needs about sexual health
Categories: Top Blokes newsSex education shouldn’t be awkward, confusing, or just a one-time chat. But for many young men, that’s exactly what it is. Between vague school lessons, rushed conversations with parents, and the influence of social media and porn, it’s easy to pick up misinformation and unrealistic expectations. So, what do young men actually need to know…
Let’s talk porn, connection and real relationships
Categories: Top Blokes newsThere’s something about a barbershop that brings out real conversations. Maybe it’s the laid-back vibe, the hum of clippers, or the unspoken trust between the barber and the person in the chair. In this case, the conversation wasn’t just about fades and mullets—it was about pornography, masculinity, and what young men are (and aren’t) learning…
Finding Strength in Vulnerability: Hayden’s Journey from Participant to Mentor
When you meet Hayden, the first thing you notice is his energy—an infectious, confident presence that seems to radiate wisdom far beyond his 18 years. But what truly stands out about Hayden is his ability to connect. Whether he’s chatting with a group of teenage boys in a workshop or reflecting on his personal journey,…
Young voices lead the way: Shaping our next three year strategic plan
Categories: Top Blokes newsAt Top Blokes Foundation, we believe in the power of young people to lead, inspire, and create change. Last week, we saw this belief come to life as our Youth Council stepped into the spotlight to kick off our next three-year strategic planning process. Our Board gathered with a shared goal: to shape a future…
Feeding the Light Wolf: Harry Garside’s lessons on resilience and growth
Categories: Top Blokes newsHow do we navigate setbacks, self-doubt, and life’s toughest moments? For Harry Garside, professional boxer, Top Blokes ambassador and mental health advocate, the answer lies in reflection, self-accountability, and finding strength in vulnerability. In a recent chat with Top Blokes graduates, Dan and Salim, Harry shares some of the key strategies that have helped him…