Emma is on a bold mission: to challenge the messages young people are told—and to help them see themselves with clarity, strength and confidence.
Emma’s work is personal, purpose-driven, and shaped by real experience — from her own teen years to teaching high school biology and raising three children. She brings a rare blend of lived insight, professional credibility, and heartfelt connection to every student interaction.
As a sought-after facilitator, Emma delivers engaging, age-appropriate workshops for students in Years 5–12. Her sessions cover vital topics such as puberty, health, body image, wellbeing, social media, friendships, relationships, and sex. Her approach is wholesome, values-based, and backed by evidence, creating safe spaces for open, meaningful conversations.
More than just informative, Emma’s work is transformational — equipping young people to navigate adolescence with self-respect, resilience, and a strong sense of worth. In partnership with educators and parents, she isn’t just preparing teens for what’s ahead — she’s empowering them to shape the future with confidence and character.
Truth Over Noise
Emma’s work is grounded in a deep belief that young people deserve better than the noisy, hypersexualised, and often harmful messages that bombard them. In a culture that distorts beauty, love, sex and identity, it’s never been more confusing for our young people as they navigate one of the most vulnerable seasons of their life without a clear, grounded roadmap.
While many speak negatively about the next generation, Emma knows firsthand that what young people are craving is healthy connections, truth and purpose. This is why she chooses to partner with today’s youth in empowering them to critically analyse culture and media whilst passionately calling them into a new narrative centred around respect, intimacy and empathy.
Emma equips tweens and teens with the tools to navigate their bodies, relationships, and choices with confidence, clarity, a strong sense of self and personal values. Her heart is not to only raise teens’ standards for themselves and their relationships, but to raise the hope that their future can be built on dignity and deeply fulfilling connections.
Questions I get asked…
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I deliver workshops and presentations for students in Years 5–12, with content tailored to be age-appropriate, engaging, and relevant to the developmental stage of each group.
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I speak on a range of topics including puberty and body changes, body image, health and wellbeing, social media, friendships, relationships, consent, pornography and sex education. All sessions are values-based, inclusive, and designed to encourage open, respectful conversation.
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Yes. My content is aligned with the Health and Physical Education strand of the Australian Curriculum, and can also support broader wellbeing frameworks within your school.
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Session lengths can be adapted depending on your school’s needs. Common formats include 60–90 minute sessions, half-day workshops, or full-day programs.
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Absolutely. I offer parent information sessions (ideal in conjunction with student workshops), and can also provide staff professional development on adolescent wellbeing, respectful relationships, or supporting students through puberty.
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Costs vary depending on session length, group size, travel, and program design. Please get in touch for a personalised quote based on your school’s needs.
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I’m based in Northern NSW and am available to travel across Australia for school bookings. Travel costs may apply for regional or interstate visits.
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I combine professional expertise as a former teacher, deep insight into teen development, and an authentic, relatable presence that resonates with students. My sessions go beyond delivering content - they aim to transform how young people see themselves and relate to others.
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To enquire about availability or request a booking, please visit the Contact page or email hello@emmatabacaru.com.au. Emma will work with you to create a session that fits your school's context and goals.