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Forgotten Melbourne is a commentary on the experiences of individuals throughout Melbourne and the special place it holds in our hearts. From first memories to market magic and the charming blend of culture, Melburnians share their story of belonging.
Quarantined Strength and Trans Identity // A sequence of journal entries during COVID-19 outlining resilience and recovery.
In a world filled with stories- which ones do we read? Don’t limit yourself to media consumption, understand yourself and the news you share.
Earlier this year, Zane Borg shared the story behind his coming of age movie, The Library Boys, with KOS. Two months on, having reached his $15,000 fundraising target, Borg reflects on his Kickstarter success and looks ahead to his plans for the rest of the year.
As we prepare for the first ever virtual celebration of Anzac Day, now is a time to not only remember sacrifices of the past, but also to reflect on the act of remembrance itself. Australian broadcaster Megan Spencer’s podcast ‘From A Whisper To A Bang!’, follows her grandfather’s experiences during World War Two whilst also exploring ideas about how we remember conflict.
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.”
Words of a woman born with athetoid cerebral palsy, who has now become a Biomedical Science PhD candidate. Jerusha Mather believes the medicine industry needs more role models for those with disabilities.
One in four people are said to possess a fear of public speaking. How we speak and the way we deliver a message is integral for all change-makers to understand. Jahin presents the dire need to negate that fear of public speaking, and outlines the true power of voice.
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.
La Trobe University students take a stand to support women suffering in Nepal.
