People · Perspectives · Possibilities

RISE

Respect Identity. Stop Exclusion.

A school and community conversation initiative

Before you judge someone,
take the time to know them.

Inspired by the young adult novel Smart and Dangerous.

For Schools Explore the Initiative

People | Perspectives | Possibilities

Why this matters

We often decide who people are before we know their story.

Labels, assumptions and first impressions can shape how people are treated, and can lead to exclusion.

RISE invites young people, schools and communities to pause, listen and look deeper. Because a person is always more than the label placed on them.

Identity & BelongingExplore what shapes who we are and what it means to belong. Labels & AssumptionsQuestion first impressions and the judgements that can limit us. Potential & OpportunityRecognise potential beyond background, circumstance or reputation. Digital Identity & DignityExplore kindness, respect and the right to dignity in digital spaces.

For schools & communities

Start the conversation.
Build a more inclusive tomorrow.

RISE is a school and community conversation initiative inspired by the young adult novel Smart and Dangerous. It is designed to help young people, educators, families and communities explore identity, exclusion and belonging through thoughtful, respectful dialogue.

Explore Resources

Discussion resources

Prompts and activities for conversations that matter.

School engagement

Ideas for classrooms, libraries and student groups.

Reading prompts

Reflective questions inspired by stories and lived experiences.

Community conversations

Opportunities to listen, reflect and learn together.

Start here

A better question can change the conversation.

Our school and community resource collection is being prepared. In the meantime, these simple questions can start a meaningful conversation today.

Educational resources coming soon

What do we assume about people before we know them?

When does a label stop describing and start limiting someone?

How can our school or community make space for everyone to belong?

Get involved

Different stories.
Stronger together.

Follow the initiative as we develop resources, share perspectives and invite schools and communities into the conversation.

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