How Can I Help?

Pro Bono News

With so many huge problems in the world, it can be hard as an individual to know how you can help.To better empower individuals to make a difference to those around them, Pro Bono News has launched How Can I Help?Hosted by Pro Bono News Editor Wendy Williams, the six-part series features conversations with people with lived experience and practitioners on what we can all do to help in situations that many of us encounter in our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 13/12/2021

    What can you do if someone you know has a gambling problem?

    In this episode of How Can I Help, we look at what you can do if someone you know is experiencing gambling harm. We speak with Anna Bardsley about her experience of gambling, and hear from David McAnalen from Relationships Australia Queensland about what we can do.  You can read a transcript of this episode here. There are a wide range of resources available for anyone affected by gambling across Australia. These services are open to people with a gambling addiction, as well as their friends and families.  For more information visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or call 1800 858 858 for free support. For more information about Relationships Australia Queensland visit www.raq.org.au You can find out more about the work of the Alliance for Gambling Reform at www.pokiesplayyou.org.au Visit Three Sides of the Coin - Theatre for Change to find out more about the ​​book and theatre work Anna refers to in her interview. This podcast is not going to solve the world’s problems. But it might give some of us the tools we need to help make the world a better place. Find out more at probonoaustralia.com.au/how-can-i-help/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  2. 06/12/2021

    What can you do if someone you know has an eating disorder?

    In this episode of How Can I Help? we get advice on what to do if you think someone you know is experiencing an eating disorder. We speak with Korey Baruta, about her experience of anorexia nervosa. We also hear from Danni Rowlands, the national manager of prevention services at the Butterfly Foundation, to find out the best ways to help. You can read a transcript of this episode here. If you or someone you know is in crisis please contact emergency services on 000, or call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800. If you need help or support for an eating disorder or body image issue, please call Butterfly’s National Helpline on 1800 334 673, or email support@butterfly.org.au. You can find more information about how to support both yourself and your loved one at the Butterfly Foundation website.    How Can I Help? Is a podcast for people who want to help, but don’t know where to start. Hosted by Pro Bono News editor Wendy Williams, the six-part series features conversations with people with lived experience and experts in the field on what we can do to help in situations that we might encounter at some point in our lives  – whether that’s when you see someone sleeping rough, if you think a friend or colleague is in an abusive relationship, or if a family member is suffering from depression.  Find out more at probonoaustralia.com.au/how-can-i-help/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  3. 29/11/2021

    What can you do to confront racism?

    In this episode of How Can I Help? we look at the ways we can engage with the issue of racism in Australia. That includes calling it out when you see it, but also doing work on yourself. We speak with Neha Madhok, national director of Democracy in Colour, and Dominic Guerrera, a Ngarrindjeri person who works as an Aboriginal health educator and student support officer, and is also a poet, podcaster and writer.   You can read a transcript of this episode here. For more information about the work of Democracy in Colour, visit democracyincolor.org. Below are some other resources that you may find helpful: Books Decolonizing Solidarity by Clare Land Talkin' Up to the White Woman by Aileen Moreton-Robinson   Dark Emu by Bruce Pascoe White Tears / Brown Scars by Ruby Hamad Podcasts Pretty for an Aboriginal Debutante: Race, Resistance and Girl Power Roots with South Asian Today Still Processing Articles ‘If you don’t include all voices, you don’t get the truth’ (Women’s Agenda) by Jan Fran How white women use strategic tears (Guardian Australia) by Ruby Hamad Distribute your money Pay the rent (Victoria) Seed Mob  Change the Record NATSILS Original Power Democracy in Colour's Solidarity Network   How Can I Help? Is a podcast for people who want to help, but don’t know where to start. Hosted by Pro Bono News editor Wendy Williams, the six-part series features conversations with people with lived experience and experts in the field on what we can do to help in situations that we might encounter at some point in our lives  – whether that’s when you see someone sleeping rough, if you think a friend or colleague is in an abusive relationship, or if a family member is suffering from depression.  Find out more at probonoaustralia.com.au/how-can-i-help/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min

  4. 22/11/2021

    What can you do if someone you know is experiencing anxiety or depression?

    In episode three of our podcast How Can I Help?, we get advice on what to do if you think someone you know is experiencing anxiety or depression. We speak with Camilla Martin about her experience of anxiety, and we talk to Dr Grant Blashki, a clinical advisor at Beyond Blue, a clinical GP, and an academic at the University of Melbourne, about the best ways we can help. You can read a transcript of this episode here. If you are in an emergency, or at immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, please contact emergency services on 000. For suicide and crisis support you can reach Lifeline on 13 11 14, or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. For further advice and support, contact the Beyond Blue Support Service on 1300 22 4636 or visit www.beyondblue.org.au. In the interview we also refer to other resources that you may find helpful, some of which are listed below: Head to Health Moodgym myCompass Mind How Can I Help? Is a podcast for people who want to help, but don’t know where to start. Find out more at probonoaustralia.com.au/how-can-i-help/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min

  5. 15/11/2021

    What can you do if someone you know is in an abusive relationship?

    In episode two of our podcast How Can I Help?, we get advice on what to do if you think someone you know is in an abusive relationship. We hear from domestic violence survivor and advocate, Angela Hadchiti, about her experience and what helped her leave a 20-year violent marriage. We also talk to the CEO of Rape & Domestic Violence Services Australia, Hayley Foster, about the importance of checking in with people you might be concerned about. You can read a transcript of this episode here. If you are in immediate danger, call the police on triple zero.  If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800-RESPECT, Australia's National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Support Service, on 1800 737 732, or visit 1800respect.org.au. The Kids' Helpline is a 24 hour phone and online service that is available for young people aged between five and 25, who need advice, counselling, or just someone to talk to. Call 1800 55 1800, or visit kidshelpline.com.au. If you're concerned about your own behaviour there is support for you too. You can call No to Violence on 1300 766 491, or visit ntv.org.au. In the interview Hayley also mentions several other organisations that you can follow to learn more about this issue. You can find them below: Women's Safety NSW White Ribbon Australia Harmony Alliance: Migrant and Refugee Women for Change National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women's Alliance (NATSIWA) How Can I Help? Is a podcast for people who want to help, but don’t know where to start. Find out more at probonoaustralia.com.au/how-can-i-help/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  6. 08/11/2021

    What can you do if you see someone sleeping rough?

    In episode one of How Can I Help? we look at what you can do if you see someone sleeping rough. We speak with Akemi about his experience of sleeping rough on the streets of Melbourne, and George Hatvani, from homelessness organisation Launch Housing, about his recommendations on the ways people can help. You can read a transcript here. If you want to point someone in the direction of services, Ask Izzy is a great resource. Visit askizzy.org.au For more information about Launch Housing visit launchhousing.org.au And if you’re interested in ending homelessness, visit the Australian Alliance to End Homelessness website at aaeh.org.au This podcast is not going to solve the world’s problems. But it might give some of us the tools we need to help make the world a better place. Find out more at probonoaustralia.com.au/how-can-i-help/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

  7. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    How Can I Help? Trailer

    With so many huge problems in the world, it can be hard as an individual to know how you can help. To better empower individuals to make a difference to those around them, Pro Bono News has launched a new podcast, How Can I Help? Hosted by Pro Bono News Editor Wendy Williams, the six-part series features conversations with people with lived experience and practitioners on what we can all do to help in situations that many of us encounter in our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min

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With so many huge problems in the world, it can be hard as an individual to know how you can help.To better empower individuals to make a difference to those around them, Pro Bono News has launched How Can I Help?Hosted by Pro Bono News Editor Wendy Williams, the six-part series features conversations with people with lived experience and practitioners on what we can all do to help in situations that many of us encounter in our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Pro Bono News
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
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