KOS Intern Ava Govanstone sat down to chat with Alita Brydon, Founder of popular online community ‘Bad Dates of Melbourne’ to chat all things dating, heartbreak, and laughs along the way.
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Window Swap - Givemas Day Twelve
“We think the realisation that someone has taken the time to record 10 minutes of their window view (not the easiest thing to do) in the hope that it will brighten someone’s day somewhere in the world - that realisation is a lovely thing.”
Complimented to Concerned
It’s Not A Compliment grew out of our desire to do something about how pervasive and normalised street harassment is in our society. We know that it’s something a lot of people – especially women– will experience at some point in their lives.”
Heart of a Community
Valentine’s day is a day for hearts, roses and being with your significant other; but it can be tough for those spending it alone. KOS spoke with Mitch Wallis, founder of Heart on my Sleeve, unveiling his early intervention mental health initiative ahead of Valentine’s Day to find out more about the work he’s doing to help people feel less alone.
Recommendations: Read All About It
Whether you’re passionate about international development, learning about the “nitty-gritty” of social impact, or improving your leadership skills, we hope that insights from the following books build on your knowledge and inspire you to continue driving change in your community.
Sustainable Style: The Latest Trend
“The power of style is not to be underestimated. It’s ability to help people look and feel beautiful can build self-confidence, change lives and achieve goals.” Fashion advocate Nina Gbor shares how she plans to create sustainable change in the fashion industry through her platform Eco Styles.