Richie Hardcore

I am a public speaker, consultant, educator and advocate. My work discusses masculinity, mental health, social media, pornography, sex and consent and how we can end sexual and domestic violence. While the topics I discuss are serious, I am to talk about them in a relatable and digestible way. I have a Master's degree in Sociology, am a White Ribbon New Zealand ambassador, and is part of the New Zealand Ministry of Social Development’s ‘Change is Possible’ anti-domestic violence campaign I have been a multiple New Zealand champion in Muay Thai, and now I have retired from fighting am agym owner, a coach and trainer. Through my charitable trust, I uses Muay Thai and Kickboxing as part of a mentoring program for people who have left the criminal justice system, youth who are in alternative education and groups in alcohol and drug rehabilitation.”