Moving Forward Together
Field of Interest
- Arts and culture
- Social inclusion and justice
Target Population
- Young people (6-25)
- General population
Stop The Hate Mate is a youth‑focused movement dedicated to healing, harmony, and positive social change. We help young Australians aged 12–25 understand that hate is destructive—fracturing communities, undermining social unity, and destabilising the society we all share. Through our STOP–THINK–CONSIDER framework, we encourage reflection, empathy, and responsible decision‑making, promoting a culture where every person is treated with dignity, respect, and a fair go.
Our programs equip young people with practical tools to recognise and challenge hate speech, both online and in everyday life. By broadening perspectives and encouraging appreciation of Australia’s diversity, we prevent prejudice from taking root and help transform negative spaces into environments where kindness and consideration can flourish.
Stop The Hate Mate strengthens social cohesion by fostering mutual respect and shared humanity. Participants gain confidence, resilience, and the skills to become proactive agents of positive change—contributing to happier, more productive, and more connected communities.
The initiative is delivered by Moving Forward Together, a not‑for‑profit social movement committed to building understanding and harmony across all sectors of Australian society. Grounded in the philosophy of a decent, caring community, MFT works with people of all backgrounds, cultures, and faiths to promote unity and shared values.
We stand for a decent society and invite like‑minded groups to join us in creating an Australia where everyone feels valued, safe, and included.
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