Rebecca Arbon – Senior Teacher, Positive Learning Team, NT Department of Education

I have seen tremendous success with indigenous students through these social and emotional learning programs that combine both fun drumming and reflection, Both male and female students gain confidence, resilience, a stronger sense of self and a stronger sense of belonging. Many of our indigenous students are better able to communicate with the assistance of the drums and feel more comfortable communicating within the group due to the relationships built during drumming games and activities. I am yet to see a student who has not displayed growth in social and emotional skills after being part of this work – I couldn’t recommend the Rhythm2Recovery programs enough.