3T:   Pornicious: Unpacking pornography’s influence on today’s teenagers

Pornography (and the sexualisation of culture) is shaping the thoughts, relationships and hearts of your students. But the question is: “What are we doing and are we doing enough?” This talk will address the issue of pornography and demonstrate its devastating effects on young people. We will ask the tough questions and inspire teachers to do more than just address the topic, empowering and equipping participants to make a real difference in young people’s lives.

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Matthew Ross  
Matthew has served in youth ministry in various capacities over the last few years, working in parish ministry and presenting for Real Talk since 2015. In 2014, he spent a year doing youth work as part of NET Ministries. He is currently completing his studies in Secondary Teaching at Australian Catholic University with a keen interest in Literature and Theological Studies.
Matthew desires that every young person would come to know their true value, worth and dignity. He lives in Brisbane with his wife Katelyn, and they are joyfully awaiting the birth of their first child. ​

Gerard Trolove
Gerard has been involved in youth ministry and leadership for the last 8 years. As a full-time employee of Real Talk International he has the pleasure of speaking to over 10,000 young people every year. Gerard is from New Zealand and is a carpenter by trade. So, if you need someone to knock up your back deck, he is your man. He has a love of the outdoors and surfing.
He is passionate about life and living it to the full and desires that all people experience what is good and true. 


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