YOU CAN SIT WITH ME creating school communities where every child belongs

YOU CAN SIT WITH ME is an inclusive, evidence-based, peer-led program reducing school refusal, social isolation, bullying, and non inclusive behaviour.

Purpose

Empowering children, parents, and educators through inclusive, values-based education that fosters kindness, celebrates diversity, and builds a more connected, compassionate world.

Belief

You can change a child’s life simply by saying ‘YOU CAN SIT WITH ME!” Picture a place where every single child feels they belong and where this isn’t just encouraged it’s the natural way things work.

Impact

Over 1,000 schools, sporting clubs, and community groups across Australia have embraced YOU CAN SIT WITH ME to foster student wellbeing, safety, and a strong sense of belonging.

Values

Kindness, inclusion, empathy, belonging and empowerment.

YOU CAN SIT WITH ME supports children

From the pavement

At YOU CAN SIT WITH ME we’re dedicated to supporting children. We have just launched our pilot “safe space” program with our partner Ray White. Students travelling to and from school who are lost, scared, need to phone a parent or carer or are being followed or bullied can seek help at a Ray White office displaying the above sticker.

To the playground

Our evidence informed program supports school communities to create inclusive playgrounds , ensuring every child feels safe, welcome and supported. It is a simple yellow wristband with a life saving message worn by students inviting students to sit with them regardless of their age, race, religion, gender or ability.

To the classroom

YOU CAN SIT WITH ME education programs include “How to create an inclusive classroom”, “How to be an inclusive teacher ” and the “Intensive inclusive English literacy programs” written for children needing literacy support to close the reading gap. To learn more contact sophie@youcansitwithme.net.au