Posted: November 26, 2025
Earlier this year, I spoke on a panel about the legacy of war and migration. I heard stories from community members (more on that here ). Details like backgrounds, timelines, and journeys differed, but the pattern was the same: grief, uncertainty, rebuilding from nothing, and...
Posted: November 26, 2025
When we think about trauma, it’s easy to picture war or displacement. But sometimes the roots go even deeper. Take South Asia during British colonial rule, when millions starved in famines worsened by deliberate policy decisions. Food was exported while people went hungry. Safety, stability,...
Posted: November 7, 2025
Daniel grew up in a house full of care . His immigrant parents worked long hours, provided for him, and encouraged him, making sure he never went without . Yet their own stories: childhoods, struggles, even how they arrived in Australia; these were rarely spoken...
Posted: August 2, 2025
Confucian parenting has long emphasised values such as respect for elders, discipline, and academic success. While these values are deeply rooted in cultural heritage , integrating them with other parenting practices can help support well-rounded development in children. It’s about finding a balance between upholding...
Posted: July 21, 2025
Confucian parenting, with its focus on respect, discipline, and academic success , can significantly shape a child's development. While these values bring many strengths , including tight-knit families , always having a support network and somewhere to turn to, and an ethical and considerate way...
Posted: July 18, 2025
Confucianism has guided cultural norms and family dynamics in Asian societies for over 2000 years, shaping both social behaviours and family dynamics. If you have roots in Chinese, Korean , Japanese, or Vietnamese culture, this could influence how your family operates (whether your family realises...