The Stand-Up Project is currently the subject of an independent research evaluation by Monash University.
What are participants saying?
“I've never seen students as engaged in training as they were with the Stand Up Project.” - Head of Student Wellbeing
“It's such a privilege to be part of the solution instead of being seen as part of the problem.” - Year 11 Student
“All the students are talking about SUP in the hallway and asking to be involved next year. They love it!” - Primary School Principal
“I feel the standup project is absolutely magnificent. The information learnt during these 2 periods have been life-changing. I have learnt my 4 D’s and am prepared to be an upstander when the time comes along.” - Year 8 Student
“SUP empowers and upskills students to actively deal with poor behaviour in the playground.” - Parent of Grade 6 Student
“The presence of student voice and agency is vital to student engagement in their learning.” - Year 6 Student
“It's a fantastic concept that encourages students to be proactive and empowers them to stand up against bullying.” - Primary School Parent
“I like the fact that SUP is a peer-led approach where we can empower our kids to take the initiative to support and educate each other on how to create a respectful and safe environment for everyone.” - Primary School Parent
“I loved teaching our teachers how to be upstanders. And they really listened to us!” - Grade 5 Student