Sport-led domestic violence
prevention program
with the Central Coast Mariners.
Healthy Relationships
Teaching respect,
communication, boundaries and
equality.
Better Wellbeing
Helping young people recognise
emotions, navigate conflict and
know how to seek help.
Stronger Communications
Building a culture where people
speak up, support one another
and model positive behaviour.
Why We Exist?
Domestic and family violence is one of the most urgent and growing issues in Australia and the Central Coast is among the most impacted communities, recording the third-highest rate of domestic violence incidents in NSW. This affects everyone: young people, families, schools and the wider community. Early intervention essential.
Who We Are
In partnership with the Central Coast Mariners, we use football to reach young people early and teach the foundations of respect and healthy relationships. Sport gives us a powerful way to challenge harmful norms and inspire long-term change.
In collaboration with Newcastle University, our evidence-based school programs are practical, engaging and designed to shift attitudes and behaviors across the Central Coast—one young person at a time.
Our Purpose:
Standing with every Australian,
every step.
Domestic and family violence is one of the most urgent and growing issues in Australia and the Central Coast is among the most impacted communities, recording the third-highest rate of domestic violence incidents in NSW. This affects everyone: young people, families, schools and the wider community. Early intervention essential.
Our Programs
Interactive Sessions with Mariners Ambassadors lead football drills teaching teamwork, communication, and respect.
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Multimedia sessions exploring drivers of domestic violence, healthy relationships and pathways to support.
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Equip students to lead conversations, support peers and become advocates for respectful behaviour in their school community.
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Our Impact Goals
When we stand Onside with young people.
We change futures.
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What's Happening at Onside
Support Hotlines
1800RESPECT – National Sexual, Domestic
& Family Violence Counselling Service (1800 737 732)
NSW Domestic Violence Line – 1800 65 64 63
Lifeline – 13 11 14