Safe and Equal, in collaboration with the Partnership Brokers Association (PBA), are offering the PBA flagship four-day Partnership Brokers Training at a significantly reduced rates for members and stakeholders. The four-day course is a hands-on, skill-building and storytelling experience that’s as insightful as it is impactful. Public courses are offered for more than $2,700 per person (plus GST) but […]
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		 The Family Reconciliation Mediation Program (FRMP), in partnership with Drummond Street Services and the Centre for Family Research & Evaluation (CFRE) is offering specialist training to build staff capacity in supporting LGBTIQA+ young people and their families. Beginning with a 101 e-learning module on inclusive language, pronouns, unconscious bias, and safe environments, the program prepares […] 
	
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 Parents are telling us that they are concerned about their children’s safety online, but with technology evolving so quickly, feel that it is very difficult to “keep up”. These three sessions will build on each other and focus on informing and equipping parents to explore topics such as: understanding online child exploitation and keeping our […] 
	
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		 The webinar will provide an overview of financial abuse in First Nations communities. We'll look at who is primarily impact, what the risk factors for financial abuse and how to identify if someone is impacted by financial abuse. The session is practical and informative, will include case discussions and opportunities for questions. When: Tuesday, 28th […] 
	
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		 Please join the Greater Melbourne Family Law Pathways Network (VFLPN) in collaboration with Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association (VAADA) for a webinar on substance use exploitation in the context of family violence. The webinar will explore: The intersections of parenting, substance use and family violence The often overlooked issue of substance use coercion in the […] 
	
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 Facilitating groups that challenge inequality and shift power is both an art and a skill. This interactive two-day workshop, co-designed and co-facilitated by Women's Health in the South East (WHISE) and the Groupwork Centre, will give you the tools, techniques, and confidence to create truly inclusive spaces, where all voices are heard and meaningful change can happen. Together, […] 
	
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 Facilitation is more than guiding a discussion, it’s about creating spaces where every voice matters and real change can happen. This October, WHISE and the Groupwork Centre invite you to a two-day workshop designed for practitioners working in gender equity, health promotion, and social change. Together, we’ll explore how to navigate group dynamics with confidence, […] 
	
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		 The inTouch Practitioner Teach-in Series is a new, interactive learning initiative for frontline practitioners, offering expert-led, small-group sessions on culturally responsive family violence practice, with a focus on practical tools, real-life case studies, and collaborative discussions. This session requires prior approval and is limited to one staff member per organisation. Please review the description carefully […] 
		
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		 Join us as we mark 50 years since the passage of Australia's Racial Discrimination Act at our annual Kep Enderby Memorial Lecture. A keynote will be delivered by Race Discrimination Commissioner Giridharan Sivaraman, followed by a lively panel discussion about legal and policy reform needed to address racism across workplaces, and the education and justice […] 
	
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		 Presenters: Stacy Oehlman (National Centre for Action on Child Sexual Abuse), Kirby Burgess (Lived Experience Advocate) and Dan Moss (Emerging Minds) This webinar will explore how to identify and respond to child sexual abuse in ways that support healing, mental health and wellbeing. This webinar will help you: - identify the signs of child sexual […] 
	
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		 Participate in an interactive session that will explore evidence-informed initiatives that address masculinities and work with men and boys in the prevention of violence against women. Topic: Yes All Men – the role that all men can play in preventing violence against women Register here 
	
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		 For practitioners. Delivered across various dates and locations, the course helps you support victim-survivors in building financial skills, confidence, and independence. Topics include financial abuse, debt, budgeting, superannuation, and more. Learn more and register. 
	
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		 This training covers the best practices from Victoria’s framework as they apply to working with people with disability, including guidance around information sharing and privacy for organisations that are not part of Victoria’s family violence information sharing framework. Register here 
	
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		 How do we work collaboratively with children and families to reduce risk? Join the Centre’s final Centring the Child Lunch & Learn session to explore proactive, child-focused collaboration in family violence response. 🗓️ Wednesday 05 November 🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Hear from expert panelists who will explore: ✅ MARAM Responsibilities 9 & 10 ✅ Seeking […] 
	
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		 At the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare, we contribute to interstate and federal-level projects to advance understanding of effective program design for adolescent violence in the family home. Our Practice Leaders continue to collaborate with community service organisations to deliver tailored training programs to support learning in this emerging field. The benefits of […] | 
	
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 YPVITH, Neurodiverse Affirming Practice With Young People and Their Families, is a three-hour interactive training for professionals from all disciplines and service sectors working with neurodivergent young people using violence in the home. Building on the Centre’s Four Pillars of Practice Model for YPVITH, the training builds on practitioners’ understanding of ADHD and autism by […] 
	
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		 This session focuses on HOW to share information using the Family Violence Information Sharing Scheme (FVISS), including the purpose and importance of information sharing when responding to family violence and what this looks like in practice. With these sessions the BPIFVP aims to bring relevant information sharing and MARAM theory, frameworks and concepts together and […] 
	
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		 This workshop is the first in a series of two. Creating Connection Series: Young People—Understanding Young People With Autism introduces a range of innovative techniques for better understanding, communicating with, and meeting the needs of young people with autism. The workshop approaches the topic of autism through the lens of information—how do neurotypical people and […] 
	
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		 This Change the story presentation provides a brief, high-level overview of Change the story: A shared framework for the primary prevention of violence against women in Australia, covering: - our vision for a safe, respectful, equal world - what gets in the way of us achieving this - actions you can take to change the […] 
	
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		 Free Workshop! Master the art of resume writing, craft compelling cover letters, and sharpen your interview skills. Connect with industry experts and explore exciting career opportunities. Contact us: Email: [email protected] Phone: 03 9564 2030 
	
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 This is a series of two (2) workshops, for social and community service professionals, to learn about how gender and disability inequality drives violence, and how you can prevent it. See below for session details. Details Part 1: Wednesday 12 November, 10:00am–3:00pm Part 2: Thursday 13 November, 10:00am–3:00pm Both sessions include a lunch break and […] 
	
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		 We would love for you to join us for an engaging webinar exploring the findings of the Intersectionality and Leadership research paper — and connect about how these insights and collective learning can strengthen your leadership practice in driving meaningful change. This study contributes to the existing research base and investigates how leaders ensure an intersectional or […] 
		
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		 This workshop is the second and final in a series of two. Creating Connection Series: Young People – Supporting Young People with Autism covers a range of strategies to build parental/carer capacity to manage the behaviour of and teach self-management to children and young people with autism. Building on the workshop Creating Connections: Understanding Young […] 
	
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 This workshop provides a practical and experiential exploration of the neurobiology of professional well-being. It considers the risks and impacts of vicarious trauma and provides a framework that enables the implementation of a well being approach. Importantly this workshop supports professionals, and enhances confidence and effectiveness in practice. This workshop is aimed at people working […] 
	
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 This is a series of two (2) workshops, for social and community service professionals, to learn about how gender and disability inequality drives violence, and how you can prevent it. See below for session details. Details Part 1: Wednesday 12 November, 10:00am–3:00pm Part 2: Thursday 13 November, 10:00am–3:00pm Both sessions include a lunch break and […] 
	
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		 Introduction to Sex Worker Affirming Practice Join RhED's Health Educators online for an introduction to sex worker affirming practice! These sessions are aimed at those working in a range of community and social services, as well as those working in private practice, who are looking to develop a greater understanding of the strengths of, and […] 
	
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	 Connected Voices: Community Expo 2025 Sharing Programs, building networks, strengthening responses to young people. Our Expo aims is to strengthen networks, build relationships, and share knowledge to support better service coordination across the BPA. At the event, you will: Connect with colleagues from a range of sectors across the Bayside Peninsula Area (BPA) Discover services […] 
	
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 On 18 November, the Global Summit on Economic Abuse will unite changemakers from around the world - specialist NGOs, financial institutions, debt and money advice services, advocates, researchers, survivors, lawyers, practitioners and policymakers - for a powerful day of action and insight. The Summit will explore what can be done at both the systemic […] 
	
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 Risk Assessment Management Panel's (RAMP's) are a state-wide initiative where formally convened meetings of key local agencies and organisations conduct a multi-agency risk assessment of people who are at high risk of service harm from family violence. RAMP focuses on the Adult using violence while simultaneously strengthening the safety of victim survivors and their children. RAMP […] 
	
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		 This workshop will explore the complex relationship between suicide and intimate partner violence, examining the tensions, challenges and opportunities in policy and practice. It is devastating when an intimate partner violence victim takes their own life because they are subject to such torment, pain and entrapment. To prevent such suicides, it is essential to strengthen […] 
	
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		 Making informed decisions on your finances: Financial independence Recognising your strengths Settings financial goals Who are these sessions for? People of all genders who have experienced financial abuse and/or domestic and family violence. These sessions are designed to introduce the Financial Independence Hub and provide initial information in understanding the available supports. Register here 
	
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		 The Bayside Peninsula Integrated Family Violence Partnership is running a series of four information sessions in collaboration with Victoria Police that will things such as: The L17 process, liaising with FVTOs, FLVOs FVIU and understanding these roles including constraints & limitations, information sharing process, police prosecutors, the court process & more! This session will focus […] 
	
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     Join us for a march against Gender-Based violence on November 25th 11.30AM-2PM Hastings Foreshore. 11.30am-Meet at hastings foreshore opposite the Shire’s office 11.45am- March 12.00pm-Welcome and Panel Discussion 12.30pm-Sausage Sizzle, Stalls and Information Available Free Sausage Sizzle & Coffee Van Flyer 
	
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     As part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, eSafety is hosting a series of webinars focused on empowering Australians to recognise and respond to technology-facilitated abuse. These sessions will provide practical advice and tools to help people stay safe, supported and in control when navigating digital spaces. Exploring a series of de-identified […] 
	
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		 Building on the Centre’s Four Pillars of Practice Model for YPVITH, the training builds on practitioners’ understanding of ADHD and autism by exploring different presentations and dispelling common myths. The training examines the links between nervous system dysregulation and aggressive behaviours. Participants will gain a practical understanding of how to apply a therapeutic approach, as […] 
	
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 Parents are telling us that they are concerned about their children’s safety online, but with technology evolving so quickly, feel that it is very difficult to “keep up”. These three sessions will build on each other and focus on informing and equipping parents to explore topics such as: understanding online child exploitation and keeping our […] 
	
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 Save the date! The RMIT Grad Cert in Domestic & Family Violence will be hosting its first 1-day conference on domestic and family violence practice on 27th November 2025! Follow the Forum page on LinkedIn Learn more about RMIT's Grad Cert here | 
	
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   Join the Walk Against Family Violence on Friday 28 November and create Victorian communities where everyone is safe, equal and respected. Friday, 28 November 2025, 10:00am Birrarung Marr (Upper Terrace), Melbourne Find out more here 
	
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