When Lambs Are Silent is a movement committed to the belief that just because the world is the way it is, does not mean it must remain that way. We are dedicated to the idea that change is possible, believing that as human’s we encounter each other through our stories and that in order to challenge the dominate narratives of our society, that we need to do more than just hear the stories of our whanau, we need to listen. For it is in our stories that we fully come to know and understand one another. There are a lot of voices in our society. People speaking for and against ideas, issues, perspectives and … people. Some of these voices are very loud. The media twirling them in to a cacophony that hits us from every angle. Pulling our emotions, thoughts and opinions this way and that. But what about the voices that aren’t so loud. What about the ones that no one is sharing because no one is seeing, that no one discusses because no one hears. WLAS aims to make space for these voices. Join the conversation by following us on FB, Insta, Wordpress or Twitter. For more great music from Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley download Dissonance on Spotify.
In this episode Aaron speaks with Dr. Nicki Jackson about alcohol reform and the influence and impact of the alcohol lobby. When Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about. You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook, Instagram, Substack or Twitter. The music in this episode is from the Album Dissonance by Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley
In this episode we speak with Chlöe Swarbrick, a Green Party MP for Auckland Central. We discuss the Alcohol Harm Reduction Bill. How it can reduce harm in our communities, the research behind it and some of the common misconceptions around the bill. We hope you enjoy the kōrero.For more information around how you can help support the bill please follow this link: https://passthebill.org.nz/When Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about. You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook, Instagram, Substack or Twitter. The music in this episode is from the Album Dissonance by Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley
In this episode we speak with Lauren Bartley, a social worker from E Tipu E Rea Whānau Services who serves young homeless parents and their tamariki (children). We discuss the challenges of parenting while experiencing homelessness, and explore the barriers and discrimination that young parents face. We hope you enjoy the kōrero.Remember to sign our petition and support us to #EndYouthHomelessness! You sign and share it here.Find and support Mummys in Need here.When Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about. You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook, Instagram, Substack or Twitter. The music in this episode is from the Album Dissonance by Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley
In this episode Dale and Aaron discuss the Ram Raids, Youth Crime, and ask whether we want to punish criminal activity or prevent it?Some of the articles mentioned in this podcast:There Are No Bad Kids, Only Hurt OnesCould you live on $275 a week? It's time to eradicate povertyReport into the Justice System and the need for reformWhen Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about. You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook, Instagram, Wordpress or Twitter. The music in this episode is from the Album Dissonance by Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley
In this episode we talk with Nicola Bowden from the Auckland City Mission and also member of Manaaki Rangatahi. Nic is a fierce advocate who has served our rangatahi on the frontlines of Aotearoa New Zealand's housing and human rights crisis. We explore the reality of what it's like for a young person living on our streets, and challenges faced in trying to support young people to access their basic human right to housing.When Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about. You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook, Instagram, Wordpress or Twitter. The music in this episode is from the Album Dissonance by Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley
In this episode we speak with Simulata Pope a fierce advocate and activist who work for VOYCE Whakarongo Mai, an organization that provides support and advocacy for children and young people within the care system. We discuss how the Care and Justice system are acting as a pipe-line into homelessness for young people, and explore what can change (at both a system, policy and community level) to address this.Help Manaaki Rangatahi #EndYouthHomelessness by signing their petition here. Follow them on FB here or Instagram here.When Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about. You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. The music in this episode is from the Album Dissonance by Jess Jackson and Leon ShelleyJoin the conversation by following us on FB, Insta, Wordpress or Twitter. For more great music from Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley download Dissonance on Spotify.Though we try to keep up with all our comments and feedback, we do sometimes struggle to monitor all platforms. If you do want to engage in the conversation join us on facebook and find the relevant post or connect directly with A.J on his facebook page here, twitter here, or Instagram here.
Help Manaaki Rangatahi #EndYouthHomelessness by signing their petition here. Follow them on FB here or Instagram here.You can find the lecture from Dr. Moana Jackson that we discuss hereWhen Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about. You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. The music in this episode is from the Album Dissonance by Jess Jackson and Leon ShelleyJoin the conversation by following us on FB, Insta, Wordpress or Twitter. For more great music from Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley download Dissonance on Spotify. Though we try to keep up with all our comments and feedback, we do sometimes struggle to monitor all platforms. If you do want to engage in the conversation join us on facebook and find the relevant post or connect directly with A.J on his facebook page here, twitter here, or Instagram here.
Aaron has written further regarding his expierence of mental health on When Lambs are Silent. You can find some of his writing below:How Toxic Masculinity Almost Killed Me: The Patriarchy's Double Edged Sword / A.J. HendryIs Suicide a Ticket to Hell?: Mental Illness, Hell and the Spiritual Trauma that comes with it / A.J. HendrySuicide Prevention is more than a Facebook post, it's political / A.J. HendryWhen Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about. You can also join the conversation by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. The music in this episode is from the Album Dissonance by Jess Jackson and Leon ShelleyJoin the conversation by following us on FB, Insta, Wordpress or Twitter. For more great music from Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley download Dissonance on Spotify.
In this episode we speak with Te Hurinui Clarke and Rev. Chris Douglas about the End of Life Choice Bill. We have a korero about their different perspectives, and how their views are informed and shaped by te ao Māori. Summer and Aaron also talk about how to have hard conversations with love and compassion, and the importance of learning to listen well to one another, especially during this heightened election season.
In this episode we speak with Efeso Collins, current Auckland City Councillor and former researcher in youth gangs, about whether we need to get tough on gangs in order to reduce gang violence and recruitment. We discuss the Tough On Crime rhetoric that pops up during election cycles, and discuss community development and the value of learning to love and listen to those forced to the margins of our society.
This is the first in our Election 2020 mini series. We'll be talking about some of the big issues facing our nation as we head into the 2020 elections. In this episode we speak with Peter Thorburn, who is a drug and alcohol counselor and an expert in supporting people to recover and heal from addiction. We korero about the upcoming cannabis referendum, and explore some of the common myths and misunderstandings that exist about cannabis, it's use, and how it affects the human body.
This week Dale and Aaron reflect on our korero in the "What If" series. We talk about collective impact, social transformation, and what it will take to make change that matters.
This week we speak with Ricardo Menéndez about remaking our social welfare system. We discuss poverty and homelessness, and imagine what it will take to remake our welfare system?
In this episode we speak with Jay Ruka author of Huia Come Home. We discuss colonization, Te Tiriti, and imagine what our world could look like if we had the courage to face our past, and take seriously the commitments made in the founding document of this whenua.
In this episode we speak with Jackie Paul, a researcher, activist, and landscape architect. We discuss how we can redesign our communities to create a more just and equitable nation. We also discuss poverty, youth homelessness, housing and also take some time to explore how colonization is still impacting the lives of our whānau today.
In this episode we speak with Prof. Chris Marshall of Victory University about Restorative Justice, what it is, how it works, and what it will take to reform our justice system.
This week we speak with Peter Thorburn about addiction, what it is, why people become addicts, and how we can help. We examine how our current system works, and imagine what it would look like to treat addiction as a health issue rather than a criminal one. Pete brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion, combining both lived experience, academic study, and professional expertise. We hope you enjoy the show!
In this episode we speak with Tania Mead from Just Speak NZ, an organization that seeks to empower the voices of rangatahi to speak into issues relating to the justice system and champions the reformation of our current system. We talk about the justice system, unpack what's not working, and seek to imagine what an alternative could look like.
In this Episode we begin our "What If" series, imagining what our world could look like if we had the courage to transform it. Today we speak with Chlöe Swarbrick, a Green Party politician, and political activist, about politics, collective action, and what really makes a difference. We hope you enjoy the show!
When Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about Aaron and Dale as they unpack what this is all about For more great music from Jess Jackson and Leon Shelley, download the album Dissonance on Spotify.
When Lambs Are Silent is a movement championing the belief that change is possible and seeking to challenge the dominate narratives in our culture. Join us as we unpack what this is all about.
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