Ochre Ribbon Week raises awareness of the impacts of domestic and family violence in Aboriginal and Torress Strait Islander communities. This campaign highlights the need to stop this violence and works to strengthen advances in prevention initiatives from other agencies and campaigns. Read more here
On 13 February 2008, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd publically apologised, on behalf of the Federal Government, to the Stolen Generations – the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children who were forcibly removed from their families and communities by successive colonial and Australian governments. The Stolen Generations refers to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who […]
Closing the Gap acknowledges the ongoing strength and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in sustaining the world’s oldest living cultures. Closing the Gap is underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect […]
This webinar, from ANROWS, features a panel discussion of First Nations researchers in domestic and family violence. The presenters will share their understanding of Indigenous research methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and examples of successful implementation of research methodologies. The discussion will be critical to policymakers and practice designers working across the domestic and family violence sector […]
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people often experience barriers to seeking help. These include a lack of culturally appropriate services and geographical remoteness. Online and digital approaches that are community-led can address some of these barriers and support the resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families. This webinar will feature three Aboriginal presenters that […]
The Ending Family Violence Against First Nations Women & Children conference, developed by The Hatchery in partnership with Djirra, will bring together specialists from across the sector to share self-determined solutions that keep women and children safe and end the cycle of violence. This conference will explore the importance of self-determined solutions, the need for investment in specialist services and […]
The Ending Family Violence Against First Nations Women & Children conference, developed by The Hatchery in partnership with Djirra, will bring together specialists from across the sector to share self-determined solutions that keep women and children safe and end the cycle of violence. This conference will explore the importance of self-determined solutions, the need for investment in specialist services and […]
Keep up the momentum for change: the theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023 is Be a Voice for Generations. The theme encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives – where we live, work and socialise. For the work of generations past, and the benefit of generations future, act today for a more just, equitable and reconciled country […]
This mental health first aid training aims to provide participants across Australia with the skills to assist Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander adults who may be experiencing a mental health challenge or mental health crisis, until appropriate professional help is received or until the crisis is resolved. The course will help participants learn how to […]
This two-hour webinar will introduce you to an understanding of culture from a First Nations perspective, especially in the context of colonisation. In particular we will explore the notion of cultural humility and its meaning and relevance when working with First Nations families in Australia. Click here for more information Click here to register
