La Sobremesa
La Sobremesa won the 2023 "People’s Choice" TMRWW awards. - This award celebrates the changemakers leading the way to a better future.
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La Sobremesa won the 2023 "People’s Choice" TMRWW awards. - This award celebrates the changemakers leading the way to a better future. 〰️
Listen to what participants think about playing our LS boardgames
overview
La Sobremesa is an award-winning, evidence-based program that transforms conversations about gender equality, healthy relationships, and consent into powerful, playful experiences. Through three unique board games and a vibrant comic book, communities come together to explore real-world challenges and co-create solutions.
Inspired by the cherished Spanish and Latin American tradition of “La Sobremesa” - the heartfelt conversations that unfold around the table after a meal- this program invites participants to slow down, connect, and reflect.
The Board Games and Comic Book
Our games were co-designed with the community, field experts, and research. The design process included consultations with the broader community and the LGBTIQ+ community. The games were tested by community members and refined based on expert feedback to ensure relevance and engagement.
the objectives of la sobremesa
La Sobremesa design and objectives are based on established frameworks, theories, and research. In particular, the Change the Story Framework, the Victorian Gender Equality Action Plan, Pride in Prevention, Intersectionality, the Real Face of Men’s Health, the Man Box Research, and Affirmative Consent Legislation.
Be Part of La Sobremesa!
Social Change Partners Membership: Empower your school, workplace, or community with La Sobremesa’s licence-based membership. Gain full access to our award-winning board games and comic book—tools designed to spark transformative conversations around gender equality, healthy relationships, and consent.
We’ll equip you with everything you need:
🎓 Facilitator Training: Learn how to lead engaging, inclusive workshops with confidence.
📦 Game & Comic Access: Use our interactive materials to create safe spaces for dialogue and reflection.
🤝 Ongoing Support: One-on-one support to ensure you get the most out of the games.
Workshop Delivery:Latin Stories Australia offers dynamic workshops for communities and organizations, designed for participants aged 13 and up. Whether you're a school, council, workplace, or youth group, our sessions promote: 🌈 Gender Equality 🧩 Team-Building 🏢 Workplace Inclusion
Led by experienced facilitators in a relaxed, interactive environment, each workshop blends storytelling, play, and reflection to spark meaningful conversations. Sessions are available in English or Spanish, with a maximum of 24 participants per group.
Supporter: Advocate for La Sobremesa and gain exposure within our community.
INTERESTED? CONTACT US AT LATINSTORIESAUSTRALIA@GMAIL.COM
Impact on Organisations, Schools, and Communities in Australia
1. Promoting Social Responsibility and Organisational Values
Businesses: La Sobremesa offers a unique way for organisations to incorporate gender equality and healthy relationships into their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, reinforcing commitments to inclusion, diversity, and community wellbeing.
Schools: The program aligns with Australian Curriculum values, fostering respect, empathy, and social justice while addressing topics like consent and equity, preparing students to become active citizens.
Non for Profits: La Sobremesa supports community organisations in their mission to build inclusive, equitable communities by facilitating important conversations on gender equality, respect and healthy relationships.
2. Alignment with the Australian Curriculum and Workforce Needs
Australian Curriculum: La Sobremesa promotes learning through gamification, supporting social-emotional education, cultural awareness, and personal development while aligning with educational standards.
Relevance to Workplaces and Communities: The program addresses values critical to Australian organisations: diversity, inclusion, and equity. It also helps build teams committed to social change.
3. Encouraging Innovation and Active Reflection
Reflection and Critical Awareness: The evidence-based games foster introspection and dialogue, helping participants challenge biases and develop tools for real-life application in an engaging and accessible way.
Intergenerational Impact: Designed to engage participants of all ages, backgrounds, and roles, the program ensures meaningful participation across diverse groups.
4. Creating Community Impact and Strengthening Organisational Reputation
Building Community Networks: La Sobremesa strengthens connections between businesses, schools, and non-profits, amplifying community impact.
Visibility and Recognition: Participation in the program positions organisations as active contributors to social change, enhancing their reputation with clients, employees, students, and other stakeholders.
5. Sustainable and Scalable Impact
Training and Independence: We offer licensing and training programs, empowering organisations and schools to implement La Sobremesa independently while continuing delivery high-quality workshops.
Cultural and Contextual Adaptability: Our activities are culturally relevant and adaptable to diverse Australian contexts, ensuring relevance across communities.
feedback from organisations and community members
“The students really enjoyed their time with you, meeting you, and learning about the concepts like consent and gender equality. The local government service staff they have been eagerly awaiting these board games for a long time and were keen to see what they were all about! We were really impressed with the resources and with how these games presented new and important content to the young people in a fun and interactive manner. We were all of the opinion that your session was very effective and reinforces how learning can happen while having fun and animated discussions!” — Coonamble Shire
“Our participants felt the game was really fun, engaging, and creative. We loved how it allowed us to hear each other’s stories while learning about consent! The reflection afterward was so powerful. We look forward to collaborating with you in the future!” — Women’s Health East
“Thank you for delivering La Sobremesa. The team enjoyed the games and the conversations it sparked. We’re excited to purchase some board games for our staff and school.” — Wyndham Community & Education Centre
Together, we can drive positive social change! Join the La Sobremesa movement to engage with vital topics like gender equality and healthy relationships.
Interested? Contact us at latinstoriesaustralia@gmail.com
The development of the project was funded by the Victorian Government
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