nathan dubsy want
youth speaker / author / MENTOR
vision
helping teens & parents through life’s inescapable moments.
IMPACT
132 +
schools & Community groups across australia
55,000+
students
16,000+
student leaders trained
DUBSY’S SESSIONS
Dubsy specialises in high-impact, values-based sessions tailored to your school, equipping teens with practical tools to navigate life’s key moments now and into the future.
Delivered as individual sessions or strategically designed half-day to full-day experiences for one or multiple year levels.
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Student wellbeing sessions
CHOICES
Making Better Decisions & Having Fewer Regrets
This student session helps teens make wiser decisions by giving them practical tools to navigate the moments that shape their lives. Students will explore how their choices impact themselves, their relationships, and their future, while learning strategies to respond wisely when facing pressure, uncertainty, and everyday decision-making.
In this session students will:
Understand the key influences that shape their choices, including peer pressure, social media, and personal values
Learn how to slow down and think through the consequences of their decisions
Reflect on past choices and what they can learn from them
Discover the importance of seeking wisdom from trusted adults and mentors
Gain practical tools to help them make healthier and more confident choices
respect
Building Healthy Relationships & Positive Culture
This student session is designed to support schools in strengthening student wellbeing, behaviour, and positive culture. This session helps students understand what respectful behaviour looks like in everyday contexts and equips them with practical strategies to build healthier relationships, make positive choices, and contribute to safe, inclusive learning environments.
In this session students will:
Identify respectful and disrespectful behaviours in classrooms, peer relationships, group chats, and social media
Understand the importance of self-respect and its connection to how they treat others
Recognise the impact of language, attitudes, and behaviour on individual wellbeing and group culture
Learn practical strategies to show respect, manage conflict, extend grace, and respond appropriately to disrespect
Develop the confidence and skills to positively influence peers and contribute to a culture of respect
reseverance
Finding The Way
The student session on perseverance is a practical and inspiring experience that helps teens keep going when learning and life feel tough.Through storytelling, real-world examples, and reflective activities, students discover strategies to stay motivated, manage frustration, and continue moving forward so they can persevere through the challenges that come their way.
In the session students will:
Understand what perseverance is and why it's essential
Recognise common challenges that test perseverance
Reframe negative thinking and build a growth mindset
Strengthen motivation and self-belief during setbacks
Discover the importance of community and support
FAQ ABOUT SESSIONS
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We work with students from Year 5–Year 12, with each session thoughtfully tailored to the age, stage, and real-life challenges your students are navigating.
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Every school is different and that’s what we love.
From year levels to whole school, we’ll work with you to design the right format that creates meaningful impact across your school community.
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Most sessions run 45–60 minutes, with flexibility to expand longer or into half-day or full-day experiences if you’re looking to go deeper and embed the learning.
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Each school is unique, so we tailor every booking to fit your goals.
Based inMelbourne and working across Australia, we’ll provide a clear quote that reflects your session format and travel required for those interstate or regional.
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Start by reaching out through the website. Our team will connect with you, understand what you’re looking for, and help map out the best next step for your school.
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An Inescapable Moment is:
An unavoidable situation, experience or event teenagers will face in life. It’s not a matter of IF it will happen, but WHEN.
PARENTS
Navigating Inescapable Moments is a practical and engaging session for parents designed to help them walk alongside their teen through the inevitable moments that arise in adolescence.
This session blends storytelling, research, and real-world tools that leave parents feeling equipped, encouraged, and ready to support their teen through whatever comes next.
In the session parents will: Understand the Power of Moments, Gain Practical Tools for Real Challenges, Personalise Their Parenting Approach, Build Stronger Parent-Teen Connections.
“Inescapable Moments is a memorable parent evening. Dubsy has crafted a relatable, impactive journey, leaving families with invaluable strategies, tools, and fresh insights.” — Michelle Mitchell | Parenting Educator, Author & Speaker
“Dubsy delivered an inspiring, engaging presentation - insightful, well-articulated, and aligned with our values. Parents left feeling empowered.” — Trish Jarvis | Executive Officer, Catholic School Parents SA
“Dubsy’s message struck a chord, blending honesty, humour, and hope. He created a safe, uplifting space where parents felt seen and supported.” — Tegan Walsh | Coordinator, Parenting Connection WA - Wheatbelt
Speaking programs
online course
teen mentoring
SPEAKING programs
WELLBEING
Equipping teens with the tools navigate what they are facing now and to come
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Helping teens find who they are in a world telling them who to be.
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Building Healthy Relationships & Positive Culture
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Making better decisions and having fewer regrets
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Helping teens keep going when they want to give up
LEADERSHIP
Developing teen leaders to lead and influence their school community
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How to be a person and leader of healthy character
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What do we want to be known for?
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Leaders who go the distance and don’t give up
PARENTS
Equipping parents with the tools to navigate what teens face today
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Practical and engaging session for parents designed to help them walk alongside their teen through the inevitable moments in adolescence.
The fact is …
moments matter and we are all shaped by moments. How we respond to these moments is important because it influences what happens next.
MEET DUBSY
Nathan “Dubsy” Want is a speaker, author, and mentor who specialises in helps teens and parents navigate life’s inescapable moments.
With over two decades of experience working with students, schools, and families, he is a trusted voice equipping young people with the confidence, resilience, and practical tools to face challenges and step boldly into what’s next.
Starting as a student mentor in a local high school, Dubsy saw firsthand how defining moments shape a young person’s future igniting a mission that now reaches thousands across Australia.
Known for his captivating storytelling, infectious energy, and values-based insights, Dubsy delivers practical, memorable ideas that don’t just inspire in the moment but stay with students long after the session ends.
People would describe Dubsy as:
Passionate
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Inspiring
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Practical
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TESTIMONIALS
get dubsy’s book
Beyond This Moment is a book that helps teens through life's inescapable moments. In this lifetime, there are moments that are unavoidable, and it's not a matter of IF but WHEN they arrive. The way teens respond to these moments influences what happens next.
Get BEYOND THIS MOMENT ONLINE COURSE
Beyond This Moment online course helps teens through life's inescapable moments. In this lifetime, there are moments that are unavoidable, and it's not a matter of IF but WHEN they arrive. The way teens respond to these moments influences what happens next.