TRAUMA INFORMED VIOLENCE PROVENTION EDUCATION

KYUP! Project WORKSHOPS ARE COMING TO A TOWN NEAR YOU

Award winning martial artist, Mel Thomas will share personal safety tips and simple self-defence techniques any teen can use, no matter their size or skill level. Using relatable examples of real-life scenarios – such as public transport, public places and parties this fun, safe, hands-on workshop focuses on setting boundaries and responding to conflict.

Participants learn to:
> Replace fear with confidence
> Trust their instincts and make smart choices
> Use the power of their voice to defuse dangerous situations
> Get away from a situation that doesn’t feel right
> Fight back when needed
> Break the cycle of violence

in partnership with

MEL THOMAS

THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND KYUP! PROJECT

As Australia comes together to try and address our current epidemic of domestic violence, one woman is using her own experience to help empower young people to find their voice and learn about positive relationships.
Mel Thomas is a writer, speaker, media commentator, mother of two girls and black belt with more than 20 years of martial arts experience in Hapkido, the Korean art of self-defence.
In 2013, Mel founded the KYUP! Project in response to a wave of child-on-child assaults and family violence reports in her local area. Pronounced KEY-UP! and named after a martial arts power shout, KYUP! is giving girls a voice.

Find out why Mel is so passionate about self-worth and self-defense. Watch now.