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SUMMARY:Changing the Outcome
DESCRIPTION:Practical Strategies in engaging men to make non-abusive choices. Whether you’re just starting out in this space or looking to deepen and refine your existing practice\, this workshop offers a powerful combination of practical tools\, real-world insights\, and evidence-informed strategies. You will gain the confidence\, clarity\, and capability to engage men in ways that promote safety\, foster accountability\, and support genuine\, long-term change. A must-attend workshop for anyone working with men who use family violence \nAre you: \n\n\n\n\n\nSupporting men who use violence and abuse in their relationships?\nWanting to grow your confidence\, competence\, and capacity to engage safely and effectively?\nReady to turn theory into action and support real change in your client work?\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/changing-the-outcome/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251006T121500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251006T130000
DTSTAMP:20250910T023124Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Webinar Series: Family and Partner Violence | Thorne Harbour Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Lunch + Learn Webinar Series—a set of dynamic 45-minute online sessions designed to strengthen workforce knowledge and confidence in supporting LGBTIQA+ communities in the context of mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) care. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/lunch-learn-webinar-series-family-and-partner-violence-thorne-harbour-health/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Thorne Harbour Health":MAILTO:enquiries@thorneharbour.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251002T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251002T153000
DTSTAMP:20250828T041232Z
CREATED:20250828T041232Z
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UID:10001803-1759401000-1759419000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Microskills When Working with Men Using Family Violence | Tori Cooke
DESCRIPTION:This practical session with two highly experienced trainers and practitioners focuses on the core communication skills that underpin safe\, ethical\, and effective work with men using family violence. We’ll explore the intentional use of questioning\, reflecting\, summarising\, and reframing to promote accountability\, reduce resistance\, and keep the focus on victim survivor safety.  Participants will gain tools and strategies they can apply immediately in both group and one-on-one contexts. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/microskills-when-working-with-men-using-family-violence-tori-cooke/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251001T120000
DTSTAMP:20250828T042547Z
CREATED:20250828T042547Z
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UID:10001806-1759312800-1759320000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:MARAM Intermediate Training for Mental Health and Wellbeing Clinicians | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:The Centre is pleased to deliver MARAM Intermediate Training for Mental Health and Wellbeing Clinicians. \nThe MARAM intermediate training for mental health and wellbeing clinicians runs over two hours and was developed with the Centre for Mental Health Learning with input from Specialist Family Violence Advisors in area mental health and wellbeing services. \nThe training is designed for all mental health and wellbeing clinicians with intermediate MARAM responsibilities in any role within the mental health and wellbeing sector. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/maram-intermediate-training-for-mental-health-and-wellbeing-clinicians-the-centre/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250930T130000
DTSTAMP:20250917T233323Z
CREATED:20250917T233323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T233323Z
UID:10001834-1759233600-1759237200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Ethical\, Impactful Research Starts with Listening | ANROWS
DESCRIPTION:Join ANROWS for a powerful conversation on ethical and respectful collaboration with experts by experience in domestic\, family\, and sexual violence (DFSV) research. This free online event will highlight insights from the Australian National Research Agenda and showcase the leadership of people with lived experience.\nWhat to Expect: \n\nPractical guidance on survivor–researcher collaboration\nStrategies for building trust and accountability\nExploration of power dynamics in research partnerships\n\nSpeakers include Lula from Good Shepherd ANZ and Anna from The Survivor Hub\, both bringing lived experience and professional expertise to the conversation. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-ethical-impactful-research-starts-with-listening-anrows/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="ANROWS":MAILTO:enquiries@anrows.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250930T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250930T153000
DTSTAMP:20250919T024225Z
CREATED:20250919T024225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T024225Z
UID:10001840-1759222800-1759246200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Gender and Sexuality Politics Conference (GSPC)
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to welcome you to the inaugural Gender and Sexuality Politics Conference (GSPC)\, co-hosted by the APSA Women’s Caucus and LGBTQIA+ Caucus. This flagship event has received over 40 paper submissions\, representing scholars from 11 Australian universities and 10 international institutions\, bringing together a wide range of voices\, perspectives\, and experiences. \n  \nThe program spans a wide range of timely and critical themes\, including: \n\nGender politics and policy-making\nFeminist international relations\nDecolonial (feminist) theory and practice\nBacklash against women’s and/or LGBTQIA+ rights\nThe media\, arts\, and legal reform\nMen and masculinities\nPolitics and resistance of non-binary\, genderqueer\, intersex\, and trans communities\n \n\nTo ensure accessibility and affordability for all scholars\, the GSPC will be online only. We will make full use of online opportunities for networking\, mentoring\, relationship-building and sharing with one another. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/gender-and-sexuality-politics-conference-gspc/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250929T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250929T153000
DTSTAMP:20250919T024225Z
CREATED:20250919T024225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T024225Z
UID:10001839-1759136400-1759159800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Gender and Sexuality Politics Conference (GSPC)
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to welcome you to the inaugural Gender and Sexuality Politics Conference (GSPC)\, co-hosted by the APSA Women’s Caucus and LGBTQIA+ Caucus. This flagship event has received over 40 paper submissions\, representing scholars from 11 Australian universities and 10 international institutions\, bringing together a wide range of voices\, perspectives\, and experiences. \n  \nThe program spans a wide range of timely and critical themes\, including: \n\nGender politics and policy-making\nFeminist international relations\nDecolonial (feminist) theory and practice\nBacklash against women’s and/or LGBTQIA+ rights\nThe media\, arts\, and legal reform\nMen and masculinities\nPolitics and resistance of non-binary\, genderqueer\, intersex\, and trans communities\n \n\nTo ensure accessibility and affordability for all scholars\, the GSPC will be online only. We will make full use of online opportunities for networking\, mentoring\, relationship-building and sharing with one another. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/gender-and-sexuality-politics-conference-gspc/2025-09-29/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250925T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250925T130000
DTSTAMP:20250922T064404Z
CREATED:20250922T064404Z
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SUMMARY:Yarning Circle | Woor-Dungin
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming September Yarning Circle\, which will bring together members of the philanthropic and Aboriginal Community-Controlled sectors to discuss updates\, challenges\, and grant-seeking experiences. In this month’s Yarning Circle we welcome Laura Egan from Mungabareena Aboriginal Corporation where she works with along side community every day in Wodonga. Laura will gift us with story of her experiences completing her Churchill Fellowship investigating how venture philanthropy can genuinely grow enterprises that foster economic inclusion\, especially for First Nations people. \nLaura will also share reflections on how as a co-founder of the clothing company Magpie Goose she transitioned it into Indigenous ownership.\nThis will be a generous\, conversational yarn about what it really takes to keep First Nations leadership at the centre of enterprise\, and how funders\, partners and ACCOs can work together.\nCome ready to listen\, reflect and yarn with us and Laura.\nWe welcome folks to join us at our office for the Yarn\, please let us know if you’d like to attend in person. \nRegister here \n  \n 
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/yarning-circle-woor-dungin/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Woor-Dungin":MAILTO:info@woor-dungin.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250925T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250925T130000
DTSTAMP:20250925T001937Z
CREATED:20250925T001937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T001937Z
UID:10001852-1758798000-1758805200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Sex Worker Affirmative Practice | RhED
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Sex Worker Affirming Practice \nJoin RhED’s Health Educators online for an introduction to sex worker affirming practice! \nThese 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 challenges facing\, the sex work community. This training also encompasses how individuals and services can reform and/or enhance their practice to create a sex worker inclusive and affirming space and proactively contribute towards challenging sex worker stigma and discrimination with greater confidence. \nThis session will cover: \n· Who is RhED? \n· What is sex work\, who does it\, and why? \n· The consequences of conflating sex trafficking with sex work. \n· Victorian sex work legislation and the impact of legislation on sex workers. \n· Sex work stigma and discrimination. \n· Engaging in sex worker affirming & non-stigmatising practice. \nOur Introduction to Sex Worker Affirming Practice sessions include interactive elements\, and have time for discussion and questions. \nAfter attending this session you will have a deeper understanding of sex work stigma and its impact on the sex work community\, as well as some ideas and practice approaches you can implement in your work to create a safer and more inclusive service for sex workers.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/introduction-to-sex-worker-affirmative-practice-rhed/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="RhED":MAILTO:sexworker@sexworker.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250925T150000
DTSTAMP:20250828T043159Z
CREATED:20250828T043159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T043159Z
UID:10001809-1758794400-1758812400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Navigating the NDIS | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides hands-on\, practical training for professionals working in the child and family sector who support NDIS participants or their carers. It runs for four hours in total and is delivered in two separate two-hour sessions. You can choose to attend both sessions on the same day or spread them across two different days – whatever suits your schedule best. \n\nNavigating the NDIS – Session one: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nNavigating the NDIS – Session two: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\n\nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/navigating-the-ndis-the-centre/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250925T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250925T133000
DTSTAMP:20250917T234535Z
CREATED:20250917T234535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T234535Z
UID:10001837-1758792600-1758807000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Protect\, Share\, Support: Understanding Family Violence in Disability Service | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:Protect\, Share\, Support: Understanding Family Violence in Disability Service shares 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. \nIt draws on the best practices and latest knowledge about family violence\, as reflected in Victoria’s Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management (MARAM) framework. Topics covered: \n\nWhat is family violence? How our understanding of the spectrum of family violence has evolved over time.\nUnderstand the nature of coercive control and cumulative harm\, particularly as it may occur for people with disability.\nUsing a disability and trauma-informed lens\, we examine best practices for responding safely and respectfully to disclosures.\nWe share guidance for sharing information and seeking consultation from services that can support people experiencing family violence.\nWe share best practices for documenting and handling client concerns.\n\nLearning outcomes\n\nUnderstand the nature of family violence and the ways it can impact people with disability\nApply the best practices for responding to signs of family violence or to disclosures of family violence\nUnderstand the best practices for recording observations and disclosures of family violence and for collaborating and consulting with family violence specialist services\n\nIntended audience\nWorkers in the disability sector who may encounter clients experiencing family violence but whose organisations are not formally a part of the MARAM framework. \n 
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/protect-share-support-understanding-family-violence-in-disability-service-the-centre/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T163000
DTSTAMP:20250917T234156Z
CREATED:20250917T234156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T234156Z
UID:10001836-1758634200-1758645000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Creating Connection Series: Supporting Young People with Autism 2 of 2 | The Centre
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is the second and final in a series of two. \nCreating 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. \nBuilding on the workshop Creating Connections: Understanding Young People with Autism\, this workshop covers a range of strategies to identify and respond to an autistic person’s needs.  The workshop discusses: \n\nIdentifying signs of sensory overload and techniques to respond\nPlanning the young person’s environment to both reduce overload and allow for sensory seeking\nRelaxation techniques for children and young people\nStrength-based coping strategies\nTips for creating social-story models to help autistic young people carry out tasks\nUnderstanding the complexities of autism and adolescence\n\nLearning outcomes\n\nUnderstand how sensory processing can lead to complex behaviour.\nApply techniques to organise the sensory environment of a young autistic person so that it suits their particular needs.\nRespond to and manage times of sensory overload.\nHow to reflect on complex behaviours and tailor restorative practices.\nSupport autistic people in regulating themselves and managing tasks.\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-supporting-young-people-with-autism-2-of-2-the-centre/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T153000
DTSTAMP:20250612T003936Z
CREATED:20250612T003936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T003936Z
UID:10001753-1758619800-1758641400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Online Training: Resisting Collusion & Motivating Change: Working with Men who use Intimate Partner Violence | Ada Conroy & Kelly Finch
DESCRIPTION:This interactive\, online training module will assist professionals to effectively identify\, understand and resist invitations to collude with men who use family violence. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/online-training-resisting-collusion-motivating-change-working-with-men-who-use-intimate-partner-violence-ada-conroy-kelly-finch-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Resisting Collusion":MAILTO:resisting.collusion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T123000
DTSTAMP:20250917T233946Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250922T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250922T130000
DTSTAMP:20250917T235245Z
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:20250918T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250918T163000
DTSTAMP:20250120T001431Z
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:20250917T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250917T130000
DTSTAMP:20250905T014659Z
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:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T140000
DTSTAMP:20250905T014426Z
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:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T110000
DTSTAMP:20250814T061605Z
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:20250916T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250916T133000
DTSTAMP:20250828T043400Z
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:20250911T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250911T133000
DTSTAMP:20250828T042750Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T200000
DTSTAMP:20250828T035950Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T154500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T163000
DTSTAMP:20250731T010258Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T150000
DTSTAMP:20250828T044304Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250910T140000
DTSTAMP:20250818T060943Z
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:20250909T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T123000
DTSTAMP:20250815T043447Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T120000
DTSTAMP:20250822T034213Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250908T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250908T121500
DTSTAMP:20250829T020837Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T203000
DTSTAMP:20250828T035550Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T154500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250904T163000
DTSTAMP:20250731T010730Z
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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