The Kids Network was founded in 2016 because of a huge need; the twinned problems of accelerated gentrification next to stark ineq

Veterinarian Dr Claire Stevens is passionate about the human-animal bond. Dr Stevens says the non-judgemental and calming nature of dogs can “...help children relax and overcome challenging emotions and fears around reading.” Helping almost 3,000 children every week, Story Dogs is a reading support program that uses accredited dogs to make reading comfortable (and fun). The charity has seen reading levels increase and confidence soar.“If a child goes from being a fearful or reluctant reader to looking forward to their reading sessions, our job is done - and this is how the dogs help,” says Co-Founder, Janine Sigley. https://ideaspies.com/posts/heartwarming-charity-partners-with-dogs-to-help-children-read

Martin Stark started the World Gay Boxing Championship (WGBC) to stop homophobia and transphobia in the sport. The WGBC has built a relationship with the amateur boxing community in Australia to create something that has never existed before. Martin says the inaugural competition created new ground for conversations and removed barriers for LGBTQIA+ people with an interest in boxing on a global stage: “It is a boxing competition where everyone is able to participate in a friendly and welcoming environment, visible allyship of professional Australian and world boxing champions, and a celebration of the sport.”