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Comment on Teaching Resources ready to go - part 2! by Stephanie Slattery

Stephanie Slattery — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:05:25 +0000

Hey Danni, I LOVE the posters (especially the winning one), it would be great to do something like that for Enlighten!!!

By the way, the Pond’s ad really made me sick. What were they thinking??

Comment on Teaching Resources ready to go - part 2! by Sonia Lyne

Sonia Lyne — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 06:07:49 +0000

SCARY - The following link to an article states that The Dove Self-Esteem Fund has set a new goal to reach 5 million girls globally by 2010 with self-esteem building programming.

http://www.emaxhealth.com/35/16654.html

You need to be whiter in order to get a guy = increased self esteem … mmmm … the sum doesn’t add up for me!

Comment on Teaching Resources ready to go - part 2! by Mariana O'Driscoll

Mariana O'Driscoll — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:32:08 +0000

I have found this film clip in the past to be a useful tool in generating discussions on the stereotypes of women. I think Pink does a particulalry good job at parodying the images of women that are foregrounded in society …. and disspelling the myth that we all should grow up to be ’stupid girls’.

A useful conversation starter in the classroom, if nothing else.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9n8QHCkPLA

Comment on Books Alive 2008 by Mariana O'Driscoll

Mariana O'Driscoll — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:14:40 +0000

Just a quick note:

A book that I found was an interesting read in relation to all that is girlie … was Michael Carr-Gregg’s book called Princess Bitchface Syndrome. Don’t let the title scare you off! Whilst working as a secondary school teacher I was lucky enough to attend a professional development seminar where Dr Carr-Gregg spoke. He talked about the need for strong role models in young people’s lives, especially due to the lack of strong relationships within society and also about the disappearance of childhood. A powerful and entertaining speaker and he definitely continues his powerful thoughts in his book.

I promise, it isn’t as bad as the title suggests.

Comment on About the Blogger - Dannielle Miller by Emily

Emily — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:42:01 +0000

Hi Dannielle,
I am a year 12 student in Adelaide and am currently working on a major assignement for Studies of Society exploring the sexualisation of children.
I recently viewed your interview on 60 minutes and was really fascinated with your views and opinions relating to this issue.
As apart of my issues analysis I am required to conduct and interview. I was just wondering if I could contact you by e-mail some time next week regarding my assignment if you would be willing to answer some of my questions.
Thank you for your time
Emily Rogers

Comment on Enlighten is our heart’s work by Olivia

Olivia — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:54:28 +0000

WELL DONE!!!!!!!
liv x

Comment on Enlighten is our heart’s work by Sonia Lyne

Sonia Lyne — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 02:30:22 +0000

CONGRATULATIONS Danni and Fran! I know that everyone who watches the series will not only be motivated by your passion but also inspired by your honesty, ingenuity and efforts to create change and provide “tool boxes” for all girls across Australia and New Zealand through the Enlighten program. I know I feel honoured to be a part of it

You guys ROK! hee hee

Comment on Books Alive 2008 by Janelle Manton

Janelle Manton — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:13:42 +0000

Hi Dan,
I’ve known nearly all my life and you never cease to amaze me… I loved this article and learnt so much more about you.
What inspires me about you is your ability to take something that was a tragic and painful event and turn it around. You’ve taken the learnings from it and allowed it to strengthen you in such a way, it is serving a far grander purpose… Perhaps the purpose it was meant to serve. That in it’s self is a valuable lesson to share.

The young girls in your life are very lucky to have you as a role model. I wish you much continued success.
Warmest,
Janelle

Comment on Enlighten is our heart’s work by Dr. Robyn Silverman

Dr. Robyn Silverman — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 03:32:33 +0000

Hi Dani!

Congrats on your great work! I’m so proud to call you a colleague and always so thrilled to hear your passion for the work you do with girls.

I hope to meet you one day in person and see up close the impact you are making with all the girls who are fortunate enough to work with you and your partner.

Again, congrats!

Dr. Robyn

Comment on Books Alive 2008 by Danni Miller

Danni Miller — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 02:48:38 +0000

Ahhh…Nikki! Nikki was a 3 unit English student I taught back in my very early days in the classroom. You were such a bright, determined and ambitious girl! And how I loved giving all “my girls” a dose of texts that would help them challenge and devlop a strong sense of self.

I recall listening to you explore what independence may mean through an analysis of A Room of One’s Own, watching with delight as you starting questioning the role of women in society and cultural differences through Wild Swans and Out of Africa…

And now - after going on to study media at University, and even dabbling in the world of image through your own part-time work as a model and professional dancer, you’ll be working with us on our programs!

Who would have thought?

Welcome to the Enlighten NSW team Nikki. You have so many stories of your own to offer now and shall be a changemaker too!