Tag Archives: My work

7 principles guiding my work

Posted on 27 September 2016 by Graeme Stuart

When I started facilitating workshops on evidence-based programs and practice as part of the Children and Families Expert Panel, I wanted to ensure that my approach was consistent with my commitment to strengths-based approaches and bottom-up community development. In planning … Continue reading →

Posted in Being an academic, Facilitation & teaching | Tagged Community work, Expert panel, Family work, My work, Working with communities, Working with families | 4 Comments

Building relationship between caravan park (trailer park) residents and school

Posted on 8 April 2013 by Graeme Stuart

An article originally published in the Boys in School Bulletin (2009). This article is about engaging students (boy and girls) and their families from a marginalised section of the community. Caravan parks are similar to Trailer Parks in North America. … Continue reading →

Posted in Families & parenting, Schools, Working with communities | Tagged Caravan Parks, Family Action Centre, My publications, My work, Schools, Trailer parks, Working with communities | 2 Comments

My background in peace and environment groups

Posted on 26 June 2011 by Graeme Stuart

At a recent Transition Newcastle planning weekend, we shared some of how we came to be at the weekend. As I celebrated my 50th birthday last week, I think I am justified in reflecting on how my journey so far … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP), Personal, Social change | Tagged Alternatives to Violence Project, AVP, My work, Peace movement, Personal, Social change | 2 Comments

Family Action Centre staff retreat

Posted on 17 March 2011 by Graeme Stuart

Last week Dee and I helped facilitate the two day Family Action Centre (FAC) staff retreat. Each year we get together to reflect on our work, develop the team and recharge our batteries. Dee and I have helped run a … Continue reading →

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What am I?

Posted on 9 September 2010 by Graeme Stuart

I was recently discussing with Deb, my supervisor, what I should call myself. My role at the Family Action Centre, involves teaching, research, training and community programs. I’ve thought of myself as a community worker or youth worker for most … Continue reading →