Join us for a fun, safe, hands-on workshop with Mel Thomas from KYUP! Project as part of the Together for Change Community Afternoon.

When: Monday, 2 December
Time: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Where: The SECC Hub, 1007 Botany Road, Mascot

Special Guest: Mel Thomas, Founder of KYUP! Project

What to expect:

A violence prevention and empowerment workshop for people aged 8 to 80.
Mel will share personal safety tips and simple self defence techniques any child/adult can use, no matter their size or skill level.
Mel will use relatable examples of real-life scenarios - e.g. public transport, public places and parties

You will learn to:

Replace fear with confidence
Trust your instincts and make smart choices
Use the power of your voice to defuse dangerous situations
Get away from a situation that doesn't feel right
Fight back when needed

About Mel:

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 children and adults a voice.

All Welcome!

Ticket: $20 per adult (FREE for under-18s).

Secure your spot and be part of this transformative experience.

Book now and get ready to unleash your confidence!