The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is holding a MARAM and Information Sharing Week from 26 to 29 April. The purpose of the week is to promote understanding of family violence and information sharing and align and embed the MARAM Framework and Information Sharing Schemes in practice. This will be a virtual event […]
When: Wed 27 Apr, 10.30am-12.30pm Where: Kingston City Hall, 985 Nepean Hwy, Moorabbin The workshop will cover: Royal Commission into Aged Care Recommendations Financial Scams Financial Elder Abuse Powers of Attorney Estate Planning. The Commissioner for Senior Victorians (Gerard Mansour) and Kingston Mayor (Cr Steve Staikos) will also speak. Read more in the event brochure. […]
Technology is increasingly being used as a means of facilitating abuse, and it is essential that professionals working in family violence are able to support victim-survivors to consider their online safety and its impact on risk. This session with eSafety Women will explore the latest information on how technology is used as a tool for […]
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is holding a MARAM and Information Sharing Week from 26 to 29 April. The purpose of the week is to promote understanding of family violence and information sharing and align and embed the MARAM Framework and Information Sharing Schemes in practice. This will be a virtual event […]
Join Women’s Legal Service Victoria for FREE online engaging and interactive training for specialist practitioners. Women experiencing family violence often have multiple pressing matters that must be dealt with in different courts, in different jurisdictions and under different legislation. You will often be the first point of contact for women experiencing family violence. Being able […]
Fast Track will help you advance your career by building your leadership and advocacy skills. This free online professional development program is designed for people who want to excel in a leadership role responding to family violence or preventing violence against women. Fast Track will build your knowledge in feminist leadership, advocacy, creating effective partnerships […]
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is holding a MARAM and Information Sharing Week from 26 to 29 April. The purpose of the week is to promote understanding of family violence and information sharing and align and embed the MARAM Framework and Information Sharing Schemes in practice. This will be a virtual event […]
Join Women’s Legal Service Victoria for FREE online engaging and interactive training for specialist practitioners. Women experiencing family violence often have multiple pressing matters that must be dealt with in different courts, in different jurisdictions and under different legislation. You will often be the first point of contact for women experiencing family violence. Being able […]
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is holding a MARAM and Information Sharing Week from 26 to 29 April. The purpose of the week is to promote understanding of family violence and information sharing and align and embed the MARAM Framework and Information Sharing Schemes in practice. This will be a virtual event […]
Domestic and Family Violence Awareness and Prevention Month is an annual event held each May to raise community awareness of the social and personal impacts of domestic and family violence and the support available to those affected. The key aims of the month are to: raise community awareness of domestic and family violence and its […]
PreventX – What’s Next? is the national conference for those who want to create change and prevent violence against women and family violence. This two-day conference is hosted by Safe and Equal, in partnership with Our Watch, a national leader in the primary prevention of violence against women and their children in Australia. This virtual event is […]
PreventX – What’s Next? is the national conference for those who want to create change and prevent violence against women and family violence. This two-day conference is hosted by Safe and Equal, in partnership with Our Watch, a national leader in the primary prevention of violence against women and their children in Australia. This virtual event is […]
Safe Steps' annual vigil to remember and honour those who have been killed by domestic and family violence. On Wednesday 4th May 2022, people across Australia will light a candle to remember those who have been killed by domestic and family violence. By joining this evening of reflection and remembrance, we honour their memories and […]
Fast Track will help you advance your career by building your leadership and advocacy skills. This free online professional development program is designed for people who want to excel in a leadership role responding to family violence or preventing violence against women. Fast Track will build your knowledge in feminist leadership, advocacy, creating effective partnerships […]
Safe and Equal has been engaged by Family Safety Victoria (FVS) to conduct a review and redevelopment of the MARAM victim survivor non-accredited training packages, which includes: MARAM Screening and Identification MARAM Brief and Intermediate MARAM Comprehensive Family Violence Risk Assessment and Management (Comprehensive) MARAM Leading Alignment MARAM Collaborative Practice The project will be undertaken […]
This training is open to any professional in the Bayside-Peninsula region of Melbourne who responds to family violence. Explore how to contribute to risk assessment and collaborate for ongoing risk management through respectful and sensitive engagement with victim survivors, information sharing, referral and secondary consultation. This is not risk assessment training, but forms an integral […]
Fast Track will help you advance your career by building your leadership and advocacy skills. This free online professional development program is designed for people who want to excel in a leadership role responding to family violence or preventing violence against women. Fast Track will build your knowledge in feminist leadership, advocacy, creating effective partnerships […]
Explore the status of LGBTI+ health and wellbeing. Individually analyse your own assumptions and values and reflect on the implications in your delivery of health care to LGBTI+ communities. Understand the importance and use of appropriate language. Identify and understand the unique vulnerabilities and health barriers that LGBTI+ communities face. Improve your confidence in comprehensively […]
Are you curious about what it’s like working as part of a team helping people experiencing family violence and seeking support for the wellbeing of their children? The Orange Door is an Australian-first model that brings together workers from specialist family violence, child and family, Aboriginal and men’s services, to provide an integrated response for […]
Frankston City Council staff and community members who identify as LGBTQIA+ and their allies are invited to come together for Frankston City Council’s annual Rainbow Flag Raising Ceremony to acknowledge the history of IDAHOBIT, show support for LGBTQIA+ people globally and raise awareness for the need to combat discrimination. Tuesday 17 May, 9:30 – 11am […]
These Collaborative Practice Forums (or Communities of Practice) bring together practitioners that want more understanding on embedding the MARAM Framework and Information Sharing Schemes. With the focus of sharing resources, strategies and knowledge, these forums provide group member involvement and reflection. The benefits from attending these forums include the opportunity to network with other […]
Mornington Peninsula Shire staff and community members identifying as LGBTIQA+ and their allies are invited to come together for our annual Rainbow Flag Raising event to acknowledge the history of IDAHOBIT, show support for LGBTQIA+ people globally and raise awareness for the need to combat discrimination. Speeches and a performance from comedian Geraldine Quinn in […]
Join Jonathan Butler to hear about The Boy in the Dress: a deeply personal investigation into a possible gay hate crime on the home front in 1944. Tuesday 17 May, 11am Mornington Library (Vancouver St, Mornington) Recommended for adults Register here
Register for the free webinar hosted by Nicholes Family Lawyers : “Family violence – why psychological and legal service providers need to work together” held on 17 May from noon – 1pm as part of Victorian Law Week 2022. For people who have experienced family violence, engaging with the legal process can revive emotional reactions, leading to […]
Frankston City Council’s Job Advocates are celebrating IDAHOBIT and helping people to overcome discrimination. They will be providing free 1:1 consultations in a safe and inclusive space to discuss specific barriers to employment and study, linking people with tailored support and culturally specific services. Consultations are available for people 15+ with all clients at this session […]
Join author, historian and podcaster Dr Yves Rees in conversation with Clair Halliday, to talk about All About Yves. This special live event will explore Dr Yves Rees’ timely, honest and thought provoking memoir about the trans experience. Tuesday 17 May, 5 – 6pm For people aged 16+ Frankston Library, 60 Playne Street, Frankston Register here
Across Australia, we know women are killed by their male partners every week. This is a reality of our work and thus requires we, as practitioners and organisations, to learn more about systems’ gaps, about the processes and practices that do not serve the safety of victims or the accountability of the perpetrator. Examining our […]
Fast Track will help you advance your career by building your leadership and advocacy skills. This free online professional development program is designed for people who want to excel in a leadership role responding to family violence or preventing violence against women. Fast Track will build your knowledge in feminist leadership, advocacy, creating effective partnerships […]
Level: Foundational Duration: One day When: Tuesday 24 May 9:30am- 4:30pm (Broadmeadows) Tuesday 21 June 9:30am- 4:30pm (Dandenong) Audience: This training is aimed at professionals who are not family violence (FV) specialists but may be working in community, health or education environments, and who engage with women experiencing FV. Note: Due to high demand, we can only accept […]
This training is open to any professional in the Bayside-Peninsula region of Melbourne who responds to family violence. Explore how to contribute to risk assessment and collaborate for ongoing risk management through respectful and sensitive engagement with victim survivors, information sharing, referral and secondary consultation. This is not risk assessment training, but forms an integral […]
This training will build your capacity and confidence to guide and support your client through the family law system, especially when there is family violence and children’s matters. This workshop is suitable for all social workers and community support practitioners who are seeking in depth knowledge of family law. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN? […]
Across Australia, we know women are killed by their male partners every week. This is a reality of our work and thus requires we, as practitioners and organisations, to learn more about systems’ gaps, about the processes and practices that do not serve the safety of victims or the accountability of the perpetrator. Examining our […]
This training will build your capacity and confidence to guide and support your client through the family law system, especially when there is family violence and children’s matters. This workshop is suitable for all social workers and community support practitioners who are seeking in depth knowledge of family law. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN? […]
In recognition of National Sorry Day tomorrow, please take a moment to have a look at https://nationaltoday.com/national-sorry-day/ https://storyboxlibrary.com.au/stories/sorry-day And an event for families in Kyneton: National Sorry Day Event - VACCA https://linkupvictoria.org.au/2022/05/10/national-sorry-day-event/ And here are, 5 AMAZING FACTS ABOUT INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS Oldest and boldest? In evolutionary terms, Australian Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders are among […]
This training explores the important components of family safety contact work in all programs that work directly with men who use violence. The skills and information support practitioners and managers to align with state and national minimum standards by drawing from the NTV Implementation Guide. Working with men using family violence requires thoughtful consideration of […]
Fast Track will help you advance your career by building your leadership and advocacy skills. This free online professional development program is designed for people who want to excel in a leadership role responding to family violence or preventing violence against women. Fast Track will build your knowledge in feminist leadership, advocacy, creating effective partnerships […]
Throughout the year, SouthSafe will be speaking with professionals in their field, to find out what it is like in a day of their working life. We will be approaching organisations and agencies in different sectors to get a sense of what kind of work they do, who are their clients, and how are their […]
The Trans and Gender Diverse in Community Health (TGDiCH) Training Project is helping to create safe access to healthcare for trans and gender diverse people in Victoria: A TGD-led, evidence-based, state-wide training project by and for health professionals. To register, open the pamphlet and scan the QR code.
The National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2022 theme, ‘Be Brave. Make Change’ is a challenge to all Australians – individuals, families, communities, organisation and government – to Be Brave and tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation so we can Make Change for the benefit of all Australians. Last year Reconciliation Australia encouraged all Australians to take […]
Reconciliation Victoria representatives will share updates and talk about our journey in facilitating reconciliation across the state. The breakfast will begin with a Welcome to Country by a Wurundjeri Woi- Wurrung Elder. Make yourself a cuppa, tune in, and start your National Reconciliation Week being brave, making, and supporting meaningful change. For information and registration […]
Join the Aboriginal community of the Mornington Peninsula, for the annual walk, or leisurely stroll, in the spirit of Reconciliation. When: 29 May, 11am. Where: Pelican Park on the Hastings Foreshore, VIC 3912 - the walk will proceed to the Gathering Place at 10 Pound Road, Hastings
Movie synopsis: Ten-year-old Dujuan is a child-healer, a good hunter and speaks three languages. As he shares his wisdom of history and the complex world around him we see his spark and intelligence. Yet Dujuan is ‘failing’ in school and facing increasing scrutiny from welfare and the police.As he travels perilously close to incarceration, his […]
This training empowers facilitators of MBCP online groups to: Ensure safety considerations are central in this unique professional work Take an ethic of care approach in client and family safety work Feel confident in when facilitating online groups and more Course Details Registrations Close: 31/05/2022 Course Dates: 02/06/2022 to 02/06/2022 Tuition fee: $175.90 Vacancies: […]
Fast Track will help you advance your career by building your leadership and advocacy skills. This free online professional development program is designed for people who want to excel in a leadership role responding to family violence or preventing violence against women. Fast Track will build your knowledge in feminist leadership, advocacy, creating effective partnerships […]
An in-person morning tea and Community of Practice event to help VAADA launch a new family violence resource. About this event Known across the family violence sector as the “Red Flags” of family violence, these are the fourteen evidence based high-risk indicators that clinicians are trained to look out for when meeting with their clients. […]