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SUMMARY:YPVITH – Neurodiverse Affirming Practice With Young People and Their Families | The Centre
DESCRIPTION: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 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 well as some suggested practice modifications and strategies to enhance engagement and improve the outcomes for the young person using violence and support their families and carers to better understand neurodiversity. \nThe training is delivered by Dr Amanda Mullin\, Doctor of Clinical Psychology and Director\, Mindworx Psychology\, and Karalyn Davies\, Senior Project Officer\, Adolescent Violence in the Home\, the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare. \nNote: this training is not designed for parents or carers or for practitioners supporting young people using violence in contexts outside of the home\, such as community or peer violence or intimate partner violence. \nCost excludes GST. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now to access our LMS login page. Once registered and logged in\, search for YPVITH to find this training. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/ypvith-neurodiverse-affirming-practice-with-young-people-and-their-families-the-centre/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Trauma prevention and early intervention approaches with children and young people | AIFS & Emerging Minds
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Child Maltreatment Study (ACMS) reinforced what many in the child and family sector had long suspected – most children and young people (62%) experience at least one form of abuse or neglect before the age of eighteen.1 \nFrom a wellbeing perspective\, we know that these children are more than twice as likely to develop mental health disorders including post-traumatic stress disorder\, anxiety\, depression and problematic alcohol consumption. \nTrauma prevention and early intervention of child maltreatment approaches are critical to the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people. Drawing on the expertise of Professor Daryl Higgins\, a key researcher in the ACMS\, and Shankari Sundaram\, a counsellor at Rebuild – Relationships Australia South Australia\, this webinar will outline strategies that practitioners\, organisations and systems can use to contribute to trauma prevention and early intervention. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-trauma-prevention-and-early-intervention-approaches-with-children-and-young-people-aifs-emerging-minds/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Children and Young People,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="AIFS":MAILTO:enquiries@aifs.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Trauma prevention and early intervention approaches with children and young people | Emerging Minds & AIFS
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Child Maltreatment Study (ACMS) reinforced what many in the child and family sector had long suspected – most children and young people (62%) experience at least one form of abuse or neglect before the age of 18. From a wellbeing perspective\, we know that these children are more than twice as likely to develop mental health disorders including post-traumatic stress disorder\, anxiety\, depression and problematic alcohol consumption. \n  \nTrauma prevention and early intervention of child maltreatment approaches are critical to the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people. This webinar will outline strategies that practitioners\, organisations and systems can use to contribute to trauma prevention and early intervention. It will help you: \n\nnavigate preventative and early intervention conversations with children and young people\nsupport children and young people’s safety in your practice and embed this principle across organisations and systems\ndevelop your ability to support children\, young people and parents to describe experiences of abuse and neglect and support them in early recovery.\n\nFacilitated by Dan Moss (Practice Development Manager\, Emerging Minds) the expert panel includes: \n\nProfessor Daryl Higgins (key ACMS researcher)\nShankari Sundaram (counsellor at rebuild – Relationships Australia South Australia).\n\nFind out more about the webinar topic and presenters on the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) website. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-trauma-prevention-and-early-intervention-approaches-with-children-and-young-people-emerging-minds-aifs/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="AIFS":MAILTO:enquiries@aifs.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T044304Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Grey: Ethical Practice Training | Youth Affairs Council Victoria
DESCRIPTION:If you work with young people\, you will often face ethical dilemmas: situations where you have to decide the right thing to do. \nYou’ll walk away feeling motivated and equipped by the framework of the Code of Ethical Practice (the Code) and how it can be used to enhance your work with young people. \nThis interactive training session includes some introductory theory and guidance for using the Code in your practice. There will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and reflective practice as well as strategies for developing ethical practice in your role/organisation. \nWe are running the sessions across 2 days: Wednesday 3 Sept and Wednesday 10 Sept\, 1pm – 3pm. Both will be held online.  \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/navigating-the-grey-ethical-practice-training-youth-affairs-council-victoria/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Youth Affairs Council Victoria":MAILTO:info@YACVic.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T040651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T040943Z
UID:10001802-1756926000-1756929600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Turning the Page: A New Chapter in Ending Family Violence
DESCRIPTION:We’re proud to welcome two exceptional guest speakers\, Tammy Casselson and Anastasia Sagris-Desmond\, co-authors of “The Grimmest of FairyTales\,” who will lead an insightful and thought-provoking talk about an issue that touches every community\, family\, domestic and sexual violence. Books will be for sale on the day. \nWhile the topic is serious\, this event is designed to inspire\, educate and empower\, not to retraumatise. Through Tammy’s powerful lived experience and both speakers’ deep professional expertise\, we will explore practical ways to recognise red flags\, support victim-survivors\, and become effective allies and upstanders. \nTogether\, we’ll: \n\nDebunk common myths about perpetrators and their tactics\,\nShine a light on the financial systems that enable abuse\, and\nShare tools to build financial literacy and community awareness to help prevent future harm.\n\nThis is a conversation for everyone\, whether you’re a professional\, a friend\, a neighbour\, or simply someone who wants to help create safer communities. Above all\, this session is about hope\, connection\, and taking action\, because with the right knowledge and support\, we can all make a difference. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/turning-the-page-a-new-chapter-in-ending-family-violence/
LOCATION:Chelsea Heights Community Centre\, 160 Thames Promenade\, Chelsea\, VIC\, 3196\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Chelsea Heights Community Centre":MAILTO:office@chelseaheightscommunitycentre.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250905T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
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SUMMARY:2025 Queer Displacements Conference | Forcibly Displaced People Network
DESCRIPTION:The Queer Displacements Conference\, held biannually since 2019\, is the first and only event in the Asia-Pacific region that focuses on the intersectional challenges and solutions for LGBTIQA+ forcibly displaced people. It offers a unique platform to foreground the voices and lived experiences of LGBTIQA+ people\, building awareness\, solidarity\, and alliances to achieve justice\, protection\, and sustainable solutions. \n  \nDesigned with a methodology that centers lived experiences beyond storytelling\, the conference provides full scholarships to LGBTIQA+ displaced individuals\, ensuring their participation shapes the discussions and outcomes. Combining presentations and stakeholder engagements\, it promotes action-oriented results within a trauma-informed framework. \n  \nBuilding on the success of previous conferences\, the 2025 Queer Displacements Conference will focus on the Asia-Pacific region\, where the intersection of forced displacement and criminalisation of LGBTIQA+ identities presents significant challenges. Many countries in the region host large refugee populations while criminalising LGBTIQA+ identities\, making safe identification and refugee status determination extremely difficult. The conference will explore innovative solutions through leadership\, advocacy\, and regional collaboration.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/2025-queer-displacements-conference-forcibly-displaced-people-network/
LOCATION:Victoria University\, 300 Flinders Street\, South Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conference,LGBTIQ+
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T042929Z
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UID:10001808-1756978200-1756989000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Effective Supervision Training for the Community Services Sector | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:Designed for staff who have supervisory responsibilities of teams in the Community Services sector\, this workshop aims to provide participants with the skills and tools to run constructive supervision sessions. It focuses on a practice perspective that embeds evidence-informed practices into a non-clinical supervision model. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/effective-supervision-training-for-the-community-services-sector-the-centre/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T154500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T163000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250730T234921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T010730Z
UID:10001782-1757000700-1757003400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:AI-assisted image-based abuse: Navigating the deepfake threat | eSafety Commissioner
DESCRIPTION:Deepfakes and synthetic media are becoming more common as the AI tools used to create them become more available and easier to use. Some of these tools are being used to create harmful content\, including image-based abuse\, involving young people both as targets and as creators. \nThis webinar for educators and youth-serving professionals will cover: \n\nhow young people are experiencing AI-assisted image-based abuse – the tools\, the behaviours\, the impacts\nthe technological\, social and cultural contexts that are driving the use of deepfakes\nsupport strategies for professionals working with young people to both prevent and respond to AI-assisted image-based abuse.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/ai-assisted-image-based-abuse-navigating-the-deepfake-threat-esafety-commissioner/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T203000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T035529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T035550Z
UID:10001800-1757014200-1757017800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Menopause & Mental Health | WHISE & City of Kingston
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Health in the South East and the City of Kingston are pleased to host a special online event for Women’s Health Week\, focusing on the mental health and wellbeing impacts of menopause and perimenopause. This free webinar will feature leading menopause specialist Dr Fatima Khan\, founder of the Menopause Clinic in Cremorne\, and is open to all community members interested in or affected by this important life stage. The session will explore common symptoms\, emotional wellbeing\, treatment options\, and ways to seek support. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-menopause-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Kingston":MAILTO:info@kingston.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250906T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250906T121500
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250822T041600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T011548Z
UID:10001799-1757158200-1757160900@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Indigenous Literacy Day: Elders Storytime | Derrimut Weelam & Kingston Libararies
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Indigenous Literacy Day\, Derrimut Weelam Gathering Place have partnered with Kingston Libraries to run two Storytime sessions.\nElders will read Indigenous story books out of both Chelsea and Cheltenham Library. This event is open to the wider community\, and children who registerwill receive an Indigenous book.\nFor ages 0-10 years.\nBookings essential. \nFor more information and to book:\nOnline: Indigenous Literacy Day: Elders Storytime – Kingston Libraries\nPhone 1300 135 668 or in person at your local branch \n  \nChelsea Library: \n12 Stanley Street\, Cheltenham 3192 \nBook now \nCheltenham Library: \n1 Chelsea Road\, Chelsea 3196 \nBook now
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/indigenous-literacy-day-elders-storytime-derrimut-weelam-kingston-libararies/
LOCATION:Kingston Library\, 1 Chelsea Road\, Chelsea\, Victoria\, 3196\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250908T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250908T121500
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250829T020837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T020837Z
UID:10001818-1757331000-1757333700@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Launch of National Child Protection Week | NAPCAN
DESCRIPTION:Join us online for the official launch of National Child Protection Week 2025 – a dynamic and uplifting webinar designed to spark ideas and shift the conversation into real action. You’ll hear powerful reflections from national leaders\, grassroots advocates\, and young changemakers on the reforms\, challenges\, and community-led solutions shaping child protection in Australia today. We’ll spotlight the role of fatherhood and male allies in connection and early intervention\, the impact of youth-led advocacy\, and the importance of a whole-of-society approach. This is about igniting change\, starting with you. Whether you’re working on the front line or influencing policy\, this webinar will leave you energised\, informed\, and ready to make a difference. Let’s move from conversation to action. Register now and be part of something bigger.\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/launch-of-national-child-protection-week-napcan/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250822T034200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T034213Z
UID:10001794-1757413800-1757419200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Change starts here: A short introduction to primary prevention | Our Watch
DESCRIPTION: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 story and prevent violence against women. This foundational introduction is for people who are new to Change the story\, or primary prevention work. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/change-starts-here-a-short-introduction-to-primary-prevention-our-watch/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T043908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T043908Z
UID:10001814-1757415600-1757419200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: AVITH in Context
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Dr Ashlee Curtis and Dr Travis Harries will discuss their recent research into substance-involved child-to-parent violence (SU-CPV). \nChild-to-parent violence (CPV) is associated with youth substance problems; however\, few studies have explored the familial context surrounding substance-involved CPV. \nKey findings from this research include associations between parental monitoring\, parental intrusiveness\, affective reactivity\, concurrent reactive CPV and SU-CPV in an Australian community sample of caregivers. \nYou can also view the associated article on parent’s substance use and child-to-parent violence. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-avith-in-context/
LOCATION:Brisbane
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250815T043447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T043447Z
UID:10001791-1757415600-1757421000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Online launch event:  Pride in Prevention Program Guide | Rainbow Health Australia
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Health Australia is thrilled to invite you to the launch of the Pride in Prevention Program Guide: A guide to programming for primary prevention of family violence experienced by LGBTIQ+ communities. \nLike all of us\, LGBTIQ people deserve to live in a supportive community\, and be treated with care and respect in all relationships. Much important work is already underway to prevent the violence that LGBTIQ+ people continue to experience\, but there is a lot more to be done. \nThe new Program Guide provides clear and practical guidance for prevention projects that focus on\, or include\, LGBTIQ+ people and communities. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/online-launch-event-pride-in-prevention-program-guide-rainbow-health-australia/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow Health Australia":MAILTO:rainbowhealthaus@latrobe.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T124500
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250829T021247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T021247Z
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SUMMARY:Unpacking Netflix's Adolescence: building healthier masculinities in today’s online world | NAPCAN
DESCRIPTION:What’s really going on behind the screens of young people today? This confronting yet essential webinar dives deep into the hidden worlds of online subcultures that glorify misogyny and gendered violence. Building on the conversations started by the hit Netflix series Adolescence\, we’ll explore how these toxic narratives are spreading across social media\, gaming\, and online communities\, shaping beliefs\, behaviours\, and even national security responses. Hear from experts in education\, policy\, tech\, and youth safety as we unpack how violent misogyny is taking root\, why respectful relationships education (like NAPCAN’s Love Bites) is more urgent than ever\, and how families\, schools\, and platforms can work together to intervene early. We’ll also be discussing what real accountability from tech companies should look like. If you care about the digital world young people are growing up in\, this webinar is for you. Join the conversation. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/unpacking-netflixs-adolescence-building-healthier-masculinities-in-todays-online-world-napcan/
LOCATION:Brisbane
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250820T231756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T231756Z
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SUMMARY:9K Walk for Suicide Awareness | Dardi Munwurro
DESCRIPTION:Come Walk with us on World Suicide Prevention Day to remember family & friends we have lost to suicide and raise awareness and funds to help provide 24/7 crisis support for those struggling with mental health. \nMeet at Dardi Munwurro 558 High Street Preston then we will walk down Tyler Street to Barrbunin Beek gathering place walk around the park and then back up Wood Street back to Dardi. \nLunch will be provided after our walk and a space to yarn and reflect.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/9k-walk-for-suicide-awareness-dardi-munwurro/
LOCATION:Dardi Munwurro\, Level 1/558 High Street\, Preston\, Victoria\, 3072\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Dardi Munwurro":MAILTO:info@dardimunwurro.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250818T060943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T060943Z
UID:10001792-1757509200-1757512800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Preventing childhood emotional abuse: Prioritising action | AIFS
DESCRIPTION:National Child Protection Week (NCPW) is a big week for the sector and we’re very proud to be partnering with the National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN) for another important webinar. \nThis year we’ll be picking up the conversation from the NCPW webinar from 2023 on childhood emotional abuse. \nThe theme for NCPW 2025 is Shifting Conversations to Action. In line with this theme\, our expert panel will be focussing on practical ways we as a sector can improve our response to this harmful form of child maltreatment – particularly through parental support. \nAccording to the Australian Child Maltreatment Study (ACMS)\, approximately 35% of young people aged 16–24 have experienced emotional abuse. Findings from the ACMS also suggest the prevalence of this form of abuse is increasing with higher rates among younger cohorts (16–24 years) than among older cohorts (25–44 years and 45 years and older). \nEmotional abuse contributes to a range of social\, physical and psychological issues. However\, despite its high prevalence and associated poor outcomes\, emotional abuse remains poorly understood across much of the child and family sector. \nThis webinar will explore some of the risk factors of childhood emotional abuse\, including parental stress and burnout\, and discuss how to recognise\, respond to and prevent this form of maltreatment – with a focus of empathising with the parents you work with and understanding why they might be engaging with their children in this way. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-preventing-childhood-emotional-abuse-prioritising-action-aifs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="AIFS":MAILTO:enquiries@aifs.gov.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250829T021505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T021505Z
UID:10001820-1757509200-1757512800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Preventing childhood emotional abuse: Prioritising action | NAPCAN
DESCRIPTION:National Child Protection Week (NCPW) (7–13 September) is a big week for the sector and we’re very proud to be partnering with the National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN) for another important webinar. This year we’ll be picking up the conversation from the NCPW webinar from 2023 on childhood emotional abuse. This year we’ll be discussing how we can improve our response to emotional abuse and the role parenting support can play in prevention. Presenters: Professor Ben Mathews\, Professor Sophie Havighurst\, Emma Carmody and Greg Antcliff Make sure to test your system before the webinar: https://support.goto.com/webinar/system-check-attendee-av Read our Frequently Asked Questions: https://aifs.gov.au/accessibility/webinar-faqs A recording of the webinar will be made available on the AIFS website: https://aifs.gov.au/webinars \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/preventing-childhood-emotional-abuse-prioritising-action-napcan/
LOCATION:Brisbane
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T044304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T044304Z
UID:10001816-1757509200-1757516400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Navigating the Grey: Ethical Practice Training | Youth Affairs Council Victoria
DESCRIPTION:If you work with young people\, you will often face ethical dilemmas: situations where you have to decide the right thing to do. \nYou’ll walk away feeling motivated and equipped by the framework of the Code of Ethical Practice (the Code) and how it can be used to enhance your work with young people. \nThis interactive training session includes some introductory theory and guidance for using the Code in your practice. There will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and reflective practice as well as strategies for developing ethical practice in your role/organisation. \nWe are running the sessions across 2 days: Wednesday 3 Sept and Wednesday 10 Sept\, 1pm – 3pm. Both will be held online.  \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/navigating-the-grey-ethical-practice-training-youth-affairs-council-victoria/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Youth Affairs Council Victoria":MAILTO:info@YACVic.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T154500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T163000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250731T010258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T010258Z
UID:10001780-1757519100-1757521800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Exploring the online experiences of boys and young men | eSafety Commissioner
DESCRIPTION:For boys and young men\, the internet can be a place where they seek connection\, validation and guidance as they explore what it means to be a man today. However\, it also exposes them to risks like harmful content\, online exploitation and the growing influence of misogynistic ideologies. \nThis 45-minute webinar will help educators understand: \n\nthe social and cultural influences shaping boys and young men\nhow boys engage online\, build relationships and how they may be vulnerable to manipulation or exploitation\nthe impact of social media\, gaming\, and influencers on their attitudes\, behaviours and sense of identity.\n\nThis presentation will share practical strategies to build critical thinking\, challenge harmful narratives\, and create open conversations that empower boys and young men to navigate the online world safely and respectfully. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-exploring-the-online-experiences-of-boys-and-young-men-esafety-commissioner/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T035950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T035950Z
UID:10001801-1757530800-1757534400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Exploring Endometriosis: A Session for Parents\, Carers & Young People | Kingston Youth Services & WHISE
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Women’s Health in the South East\, join Kingston Youth Services for an informative online presentation covering the signs and symptoms of endometriosis\, where to find more information\, along with useful strategies for providing support to your young person.\nYoung people are encouraged to attend too! \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/exploring-endometriosis-a-session-for-parents-carers-young-people-kingston-youth-services-whise/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T042750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T042750Z
UID:10001807-1757583000-1757597400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Foundation Case Notes Training | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:Tailored for professionals such as practitioners\, case managers\, and social workers – along with other integral members of a comprehensive support system for children\, youth\, and families – this dynamic 4-hour workshop offers an immersive and practical learning experience. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/foundation-case-notes-training-the-centre/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250829T021629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T021629Z
UID:10001821-1757588400-1757593800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Power\, Shame\, and Screens: Protecting Young People from Image-Based Abuse | NAPCAN
DESCRIPTION:Young people are growing up in an increasingly complex digital world\, one where image-based abuse is becoming disturbingly common. But behind the headlines are real lives\, real harm\, and real opportunities for change. This webinar is your chance to step into a conversation that goes beyond awareness and into action. Bringing together experts from across education\, youth services\, and law\, we’ll unpack the growing threats facing young people online and offer tangible\, trauma-informed strategies for prevention\, response\, and recovery. Together\, we’ll explore how to build digital literacy\, encourage consent-based online behaviour\, and reduce the shame and stigma that prevent young people from speaking up. We’ll also highlight what compassionate\, early intervention looks like\, at home\, in classrooms\, and across communities. This session will add a powerful depth to a topic that urgently needs our attention and empathy. NAPCAN is pleased to be supported by the Department of Social Services to deliver National Child Protection Week 2025. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/power-shame-and-screens-protecting-young-people-from-image-based-abuse-napcan/
LOCATION:Brisbane
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250828T043400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T043400Z
UID:10001810-1758015000-1758029400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Putting MARAM into Practice | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:Build your confidence working with people experiencing family violence \nThis four-hour interactive workshop is delivered by trainers with expert MARAM knowledge or firsthand experience of putting MARAM into practice as clinicians. \nLearning outcomes \n\nIncreased confidence using the MARAM tools and undertaking intermediate risk assessments.\nIncrease ability to analyse the level of risk and manage family violence risk.\nThe ability to apply a trauma-informed lens and understand the reasons why a person experiencing violence may not engage\, or struggle to engage\, or may even begin to disengage\, when you try to work with them about violence they are experiencing.\nA reminder of the ten MARAM principals and your MARAM responsibilities.\nIncreased confidence in aligning your case notes with MARAM’s evidence base and language and help to ensure case notes will have a positive impact on the person experiencing violence if they were to read them in future.\n\n Intended audience \nAnyone can attend this workshop from any workforce and it’s best suited to those with MARAM intermediate responsibilities who want to expand their learning and deepen their skills when working with people experiencing family violence. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/putting-maram-into-practice-the-centre/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Excellence in Child & Family Welfare":MAILTO:admin@cfecfw.asn.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250814T061536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T061605Z
UID:10001787-1758016800-1758020400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:BPA RAMP Information Session | BPIFVP
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRAMP focuses on the Adult using violence while simultaneously strengthening the safety of victim survivors and their children. \nRAMP is engaged when the usual service system has not or cannot mitigate serious risk posed by the adult using violence due to their systemic and structural barriers and/or intensifying\, overt\, calculating and immutable violent behaviour. \n  \nThis information session will cover the following topics: \n➤ An overview of RAMP in Bayside Peninsula \n➤ Risk Assessment Criteria \n➤ Tips and Tricks for Consult and Referral preparation \n➤ BPA Referral Pathways into RAMP \n➤ Adolescent Violence and RAMP \n➤ Privacy\, Confidentiality and Record Keeping \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/bpa-ramp-information-session-bpifvp/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Bayside Peninsula Integrated Family Violence Partnership":MAILTO:bpifvp@vt.uniting.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250905T014426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T014426Z
UID:10001830-1758016800-1758031200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Neurobiology of professional well-being | Australian Childhood Foundation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis workshop is aimed at people working with and caring for children and young people who have experienced trauma\, including Child Protection practitioners\, Mental health and allied health professionals\, Educators and early-learning staff\, Family Support Services\, and out-of-home care staff. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nExplore the knowledge of neurobiology and well-being\nUnderstand the personal\, professional and organisational contributors to vicarious trauma\nUse this knowledge to explore a framework and strategies that support staff in a range of environments\nConsider tools to assess well-being and create a personalised support plan\n\nRegister here 
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/workshop-neurobiology-of-professional-well-being-australian-childhood-foundation/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Childhood Foundation":MAILTO:support@childhood.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250905T014659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T014659Z
UID:10001832-1758110400-1758114000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Inside organised exploitation: A conversation with Michael Salter | Australian Childhood Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Speakers:\n\nProfessor Michael Salter\, criminologist and internationally recognised expert on child sexual exploitation\nFacilitated Q&A with Cyra Fernandes\, practice leader in harmful sexual behaviour and out-of-home care\nChair: Kelly Royds\, Executive Director – Knowledge Mobilisation & Practice\n\nOrganised child sexual abuse is present in Australia—but remains largely unacknowledged in statutory responses\, child protection systems\, and therapeutic care. This webinar brings together research\, practice\, and policy insights to address these gaps.\n\nProfessor Michael Salter will present recent findings on:\n\nThe nature of organised child sexual abuse in care environments\nHow offenders operate through networks and exploit systemic blind spots\nThe failure to clearly differentiate child sexual exploitation (CSE) from harmful sexual behaviours (HSB)\nThe impact of trauma\, disrupted attachment\, and fragmented services on children’s vulnerability\n\n\nThe session will then transition into a Q&A facilitated by Cyra Fernandes\, exploring:\n\nHow CSE and HSB are often confused and misunderstood\nWhat care providers and frontline workers need to notice and respond to\nHow trauma-informed and attachment-aware practice must evolve in the context of organised harm\n\nThis session is designed for residential care workers\, case managers\, therapeutic specialists\, child protection practitioners\, and professionals working in youth justice\, education\, and related systems of care. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-inside-organised-exploitation-a-conversation-with-michael-salter-australian-childhood-foundation/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Childhood Foundation":MAILTO:support@childhood.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T163000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250120T001431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T001431Z
UID:10001622-1758187800-1758213000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Alcohol and Other Drugs 101 Workshop: A toolkit for non AOD workers | VAADA
DESCRIPTION:This new full day workshop is designed specifically for non specialist workers who may encounter individuals who use alcohol and other drugs in their work. We cover essential knowledge on alcohol and other drugs\, understanding the alcohol and other drug treatment sector\, and how to best refer. \nSuitable for workers in a variety of sectors including health\, welfare\, housing\, justice\, child protection\, and education\, we will cover practical strategies to engage compassionately and effectively\, how to have conversations about alcohol and other drug use\, and how to offer support within your role.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/alcohol-and-other-drugs-101-workshop-a-toolkit-for-non-aod-workers-vaada/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:AOD,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250922T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250917T235245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T235245Z
UID:10001838-1758542400-1758546000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar Series: Centring the Child | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:Are you a practitioner working with children and young people affected by family violence? Join the Centre’s first session of our ‘Centring the Child’ Lunch & Learn online series to explore how trauma impacts development and attachment. \nHear from expert panelists who will explore: \n\nRecognising signs of trauma\nEngaging safely and sensitively\nUnderstanding developmental stages
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-series-centring-the-child-the-centre/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T022455
CREATED:20250917T233848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T233946Z
UID:10001835-1758619800-1758630600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Creating Connection Series: Understanding Young People With Autism 1 of 2 | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is the first in a series of two. \nCreating 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. \nThe workshop approaches the topic of autism through the lens of information—how do neurotypical people and neurodivergent people experience the world around them? It guides participants to closely examine their own sensory experience of the world—what is ‘normal’ for us\, and what do we take for granted about our own senses? \nUsing the categories in the formal definition of autism as a starting point\, we explore how each common characteristic of autism – from social awkwardness to sensory sensitivities – can be understood as different ways of processing information. We demonstrate a variety of techniques to help a non-autistic person understand what it is like to be autistic. \nLearning outcomes\n\nUnderstand the key characteristics of autism\, drawing on the latest research\nConnect scientific knowledge about autism with outward behaviour\nAcquire a range of techniques to communicate about autism with parents and carers\n\nIntended audience\nThis workshop is designed for practitioners who support parents and carers of children and young people with autism.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/creating-connection-series-understanding-young-people-with-autism-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Online
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