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SUMMARY:Media Making Change: Training for digital creators on preventing violence against women | Our Watch
DESCRIPTION:All forms of media – including new forms of media – are powerful drivers of social change and can positively influence the culture\, behaviours and attitudes that drive violence against women and their children. Whether you’re sharing personal stories\, interviewing guests\, or making content that reaches wide and diverse audiences\, your words and images matter – and so does how you use them. \nThis free online session provides an accessible introduction to the drivers of violence against women and explores how content creators can safely\, respectfully\, and effectively contribute to preventing this crisis. You’ll gain practical tips on: \n\nunderstanding your role in changing the conversation\n\n\nusing evidence-based language and framing on topics relating to gender and gender equality as it relates to violence against women\n\n\npromoting help-seeking pathways for your audience\n\n\nensuring culturally safe storytelling.\n\nMedia Making Change is presented by a trained facilitator from Our Watch\, a national organisation dedicated to preventing violence against women and their children. Join us to strengthen your content and be part of the change. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/media-making-change-training-for-digital-creators-on-preventing-violence-against-women-our-watch/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T140000
DTSTAMP:20250615T233124Z
CREATED:20250615T233124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T233124Z
UID:10001756-1750251600-1750255200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:YesAllMen – The Role that All Men can Play in Preventing Violence Against Women | Our Watch
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive session we’ll explore the evidence-informed approaches underpinning practice examples of initiatives that address masculinities and work with men and boys in the primary prevention of men’s violence against women. \nThis session will be useful for practitioners\, advocates and policy-makers working in a range of settings and contexts to prevent violence against women and/or working with men and boys in social and emotional wellbeing initiatives. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/yesallmen-the-role-that-all-men-can-play-in-preventing-violence-against-women-our-watch/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20250616T005422Z
CREATED:20250616T005422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T005422Z
UID:10001757-1750242600-1750248000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Safety Measures – Making sense of domestic and family violence service demand\, capacity and impact
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free webinar introducing Safety Measures\, an innovative new sense-making program\, led by six organisations across the Northern Territory\, South Australia and Victoria. Safety Measures aims to build a holistic picture of people’s support needs and experiences\, and inform more responsive\, inclusive\, and evidence-based decision-making about DFV service provision. \nHear from the Safety Measures partners and team\, DFSV Commissioner Micaela Cronin and a panel of sector experts on the complexities of DFV service measurement\, the need for storytelling to support administrative data collection and the centrality of victim survivors’ voices and specialist practitioners’ perspectives. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/safety-measures-making-sense-of-domestic-and-family-violence-service-demand-capacity-and-impact/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Safe and Equal":MAILTO:admin@safeandequal.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250618T113000
DTSTAMP:20250602T012516Z
CREATED:20250602T012516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T012516Z
UID:10001747-1750242600-1750246200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Safety Measures – Making sense of domestic and family violence service demand\, capacity and impact
DESCRIPTION:Every person experiencing domestic or family violence in Australia should be able to access the support and safety that they need\, when they need it. However\, no one currently has a full\, accurate sense of the scale and nature of support needed across Australia\, or the service system’s capacity to meet this. \nSafety Measures is an innovative new sense-making program\, led by six organisations across the Northern Territory\, South Australia and Victoria\, that aims to build a holistic picture of people’s support needs and experiences and inform more responsive\, inclusive and evidence-based decision making about DFV service provision. \nRegister Here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-safety-measures-making-sense-of-domestic-and-family-violence-service-demand-capacity-and-impact/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Violence,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Safe and Equal":MAILTO:admin@safeandequal.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250617T120000
DTSTAMP:20250508T014906Z
CREATED:20250508T014906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T014906Z
UID:10001721-1750154400-1750161600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Recovering From Financial Abuse | Consumer Action Law Centre
DESCRIPTION:FREE online workshop: Financial Recovery from Family Violence Are your clients struggling with family violence-related debts? Consumer Action Law Centre is here to help! We are offering a free 2-hour workshop for family violence workers and community workers about: • Options to help your clients recover from financial abuse • Your clients’ legal rights against banks and businesses about their money problems • Practical strategies for complaining to banks and businesses • What free Ombudsman schemes can do for your clients • How you and your clients can get free and independent financial help and legal advice  The workshop will include discussion of case studies and an interactive Q & A session. The workshop will bring people together from different agencies for mutual learning – feel free to share this invitation with your colleagues and others in your network. Please note this workshop is a repeat of the workshops held in 2022\, 2023\, 2024. It is not suitable for financial counsellors. \nRegister Here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/workshop-recovering-from-financial-abuse-consumer-action-law-centre/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Violence,Financial Abuse,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250612T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250612T123000
DTSTAMP:20250521T003357Z
CREATED:20241231T020929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T003357Z
UID:10001606-1749720600-1749731400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Responding to Disclosures Training | Safe + Equal
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour virtual interactive training provides foundational knowledge in understanding family violence and responding to disclosures of family violence. It prepares participants to recognise indicators of family violence\, ask questions and provide a safe\, simple and sensitive response to a disclosure from an adult victim survivor experiencing family violence. \nThe training covers foundational family violence concepts necessary to support an effective response including definitions\, dynamics and impacts. It covers knowledge and skills required to recognise indicators\, ask questions about family violence and respond effectively to disclosures. Participants will identify pathways for referral and key questions to prompt the development of a safety plan.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/responding-to-disclosures-training-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:For Professionals/Practitioners,Professional Development,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250610T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250610T120000
DTSTAMP:20250512T044830Z
CREATED:20250512T044529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T044830Z
UID:10001730-1749553200-1749556800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Navigating financial setbacks\, debts & scams | Good Sheppherd Financial Independence Hub
DESCRIPTION:Helpful solutions and services available for when you may experience financial hardship. \nNavigating financial hardship for people of all genders who have experienced financial abuse and/or domestic and family violence. These sessions are designed to provide an introduction to the Financial Independence Hub and initial information in understanding the supports available. \n\nWhat supports are available?\nWhat payments and grants may you be eligible for?\nHow can FIH support you\n\nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/navigating-financial-setbacks-debts-scams/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Financial Abuse
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250610T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250610T163000
DTSTAMP:20250116T045954Z
CREATED:20250116T044414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T045954Z
UID:10001621-1749549600-1749573000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Change the Story training | Our Watch
DESCRIPTION:This free\, 6.5-hour training by Our Watch has been developed to support people who are new to the primary prevention of violence against women. It provides an introductory overview of Change the story: A shared framework for preventing violence against women. \n  \nRegister your interest here.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/change-the-story-training-our-watch/2025-06-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Primary Prevention,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250605T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250605T170000
DTSTAMP:20250407T234531Z
CREATED:20250407T234514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T234531Z
UID:10001706-1749114000-1749142800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Understanding and Assessing Adolescent Family Violence Workshop | Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science\, Swinburne University & Forensicare
DESCRIPTION:This workshop offers an overview of current knowledge and practices in assessing adolescent family violence that occurs in the home environment. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the characteristics of adolescents who use family violence\, characteristics of victims\, the overlap between adolescent family violence and mental health\, and considerations for risk assessment and intervention. The workshop will provide guidance on current best practice and include a case example to apply learnt knowledge. This workshop is primarily targeted at mental health clinicians\, however\, would also be appropriate for youth justice professionals\, child protection practitioners\, and other professionals working with family violence. \nFaciliators: Dr. Maddison Riachi and Dr Abigail Sheed\, both Clinical and Forensic Psychologists at the Victorian Children’s Court Clinic and Postdoctoral Research Fellows at the CFBS. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/understanding-and-assessing-adolescent-family-violence-workshop-centre-for-forensic-behavioural-science-swinburne-university-forensicare/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250604T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250604T133000
DTSTAMP:20250512T051215Z
CREATED:20250512T051215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T051215Z
UID:10001734-1749042000-1749043800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: What is good research evidence and how do you find it? | AIFS
DESCRIPTION:Quality research evidence can improve service design and delivery\, and professionals in child and family services often need to use this to inform their work. This can include writing grant proposals\, developing program theories\, or preparing program evaluations. However\, people may not know how to find high-quality\, relevant research. \nThe Evidence and Evaluation Support (EES) team at the Australian Institute of Family Studies has put together a four-part webinar series to share examples of evaluative practice and ideas for collecting and using evidence in the context of Australian child and family services. \nIn episode 3\, Kat Goldsworthy\, Research Fellow in the Evidence and Evaluation Support team\, sits down with Dr Melissa Willoughby to discuss practical strategies for finding and using research evidence in a practice context. \nThis episode will discuss different types of research evidence and how to find and assess its quality; as well as insights into how research evidence can be used alongside other forms of evidence\, such as lived experience and practice expertise. \nThis webinar will give you: \n\nan understanding of what research evidence is and how it’s relevant to service design and delivery\ninsights into how to identify quality research evidence and make judgments about if it can be used to inform decision-making in practice\ninsights into how to find relevant research evidence.\n\nThe webinar is intended for anyone interested in understanding and using research evidence more effectively. It will be particularly useful for professionals involved in service design and delivery\, especially those who write grants and funding applications\, design new programs or refine existing ones\, and those who support or do program evaluations. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-what-is-good-research-evidence-and-how-do-you-find-it-aifs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="AIFS":MAILTO:enquiries@aifs.gov.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250528T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250528T123000
DTSTAMP:20250407T232028Z
CREATED:20250407T232028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T232028Z
UID:10001704-1748424600-1748435400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Understanding Family Violence Training | inTouch
DESCRIPTION:This training offers professionals who are not family violence specialists with foundational understanding of family violence to increase their skills and knowledge when working with refugees experiencing family violence.\nRegister here for May 2nd Session \nRegister here for May 28th Session
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/understanding-family-violence-training-intouch/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250523T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250523T143000
DTSTAMP:20250512T040838Z
CREATED:20250512T040838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T040838Z
UID:10001728-1748007000-1748010600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Preventing violence against women: The work of Our Watch and how professionals can enact change in their workplace to create gender equity
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Greater Melbourne Family Law Pathways Network in collaboration with Our Watch for the second of our four part webinar series on the response to family violence by different sectors. \nThis webinar is for legal and non-legal practitioners working with separated and separating families who are affected by family violence \nThe training will provide participants with insight on how Our Watch is helping to prevent family violence across Australia \nThe training will explore primary prevention strategies and the National framework for combating family violence against women (Change the story) \nThe training will also provide practical actions that professionals can take in their workplace to create gender equity. \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/free-webinar-preventing-violence-against-women-the-work-of-our-watch-and-how-professionals-can-enact-change-in-their-workplace-to-create-gender-equity/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Violence,Primary Prevention,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250521T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250521T140000
DTSTAMP:20250520T005715Z
CREATED:20250520T005715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T005715Z
UID:10001746-1747832400-1747836000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Centering children when supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families | CFCA
DESCRIPTION:This year’s National Reconciliation Week theme is ‘Bridging Now to Next’\, which calls on all Australians to step forward together\, to look ahead and continue the push forward\, guided by past lessons. \n  \nWith this theme in mind\, our May webinar with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) highlights the need to challenge the assumption of Western expertise that has dominated Australia’s colonial history and that has been imposed on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children\, families and communities. It also focuses on the importance of valuing and respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing\, being and doing. \n  \nAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children have the right for their voice to be heard in matters that affect them\, and may want to be involved in decisions relating to them. Centering the perspectives and experiences of children can provide a place for them to feel seen\, heard and understood\, while helping reinforce their cultural\, social or personal identities. By practicing deep listening we can have more meaningful conversations and build deeper relationships with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families we work with. \n  \nIn the lead up to National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June 2025)\, please join us for this important discussion on how to better centre Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children’s experiences\, concerns and aspirations for their future. \n  \nFind out more about the webinar and presenters on the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) website.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-centering-children-when-supporting-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-families-cfca/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="AIFS":MAILTO:enquiries@aifs.gov.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250521T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250521T140000
DTSTAMP:20250507T030920Z
CREATED:20250507T030739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T030920Z
UID:10001718-1747832400-1747836000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Centering children when supporting Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families | AIFS
DESCRIPTION:Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children are overrepresented in nearly all statutory services including child protection\, out-of-home care and the youth justice system. \nJoin us in the lead up to National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June) for this important discussion\, held in partnership with Emerging Minds\, on how to better centre children’s experiences\, concerns and aspirations for their future. \nThe theme for National Reconciliation Week 2025 is Bridging Now to Next. The theme reflects the connection between past\, present and future and calls on all Australians to step forward together\, to look ahead and continue the push forward\, guided by past lessons. \nThis webinar will highlight the need to challenge the assumption of Western expertise that has dominated Australia’s colonial history and that has been imposed on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children\, families and communities\, and the importance of valuing and respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing\, being and doing. \nAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children have a right for their voice to be heard in matters that affect them\, and may want to be involved in decisions relating to them. By centering the perspectives and experiences of children\, we can provide a place for children to feel seen\, heard and understood\, and help reinforce their cultural\, social or personal identity. By practicing deep listening we can have more meaningful conversations and build deeper relationships with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families we work with. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-centering-children-when-supporting-aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-families-aifs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander,Children and Young People,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="AIFS":MAILTO:enquiries@aifs.gov.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250520T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250520T153000
DTSTAMP:20250512T043410Z
CREATED:20250512T043410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T043410Z
UID:10001729-1747733400-1747755000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Resisting Collusion & Motivating Change: Working with Men who use Intimate Partner Violence (online) | Ada Conroy and 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. \nResisting Collusion with Men Who use Intimate Partner Violence was originally created on behalf of Women’s Health in the North (WHIN) by Ada Conroy and then further updated by Ada and Kelly Finch. Both Ada and Kelly each have over 20 years’ experience and knowledge in the sector\, including as Men’s Behaviour Change Facilitators. They are passionate about creating an engaging and safe learning environment. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/resisting-collusion-motivating-change-working-with-men-who-use-intimate-partner-violence-online-ada-conroy-and-kelly-finch/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Collusion,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250515T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250515T140000
DTSTAMP:20250415T000422Z
CREATED:20250415T000210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T000422Z
UID:10001710-1747312200-1747317600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Embedding Evidence: Voices from practice – Building outcomes\, service data and client focus | Anchor Inc.\, Anglicare Victoria and Uniting VicTas
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session exploring practical strategies to embed outcomes\, service data\, and client insights into everyday practice. This event is part of OPEN’s new series\, showcasing diverse approaches from organisations across the sector—offering key takeaways for leaders\, program managers\, and practitioners alike. \n  \nNo matter where you are in your evidence and data journey\, this session is for you. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your approach\, you’ll gain practical\, real-world insights that can be applied across different programs and services. These presentations will show that embedding evidence and client voice doesn’t have to be overwhelming—small\, strategic steps can make a big impact. \n  \nThis session will highlight three different approaches to embedding evidence in practice: \n\nFrom Vision to Impact:  Anchor’s Journey in Implementing Evaluation Work – Avi MacMull (Anchor Inc.) will share how their Outcomes & Impact Framework was developed to align with strategic goals and drive a consistent approach to measuring success. Avi will take a deep dive into a project where theory of change was reviewed\, outcome measures were refined\, and practitioner-led tools were developed to systematically collect data without overburdening clients. The presentation will highlight how culture\, infrastructure\, and processes work together to embed evidence-informed practice across an organisation.\nKeeping on with what’s working or correcting the course: the role of outcomes and client voice data during active service-provision – David Giles  and Jonathon Cummins (Anglicare Victoria) will outline Anglicare Victoria’s processes for assessing client outcomes and conducting client voice surveying during ongoing service episodes\, using the example of out-of-home care. These processes are designed to inform decision-making about ongoing service provision; both at an individual client level\, and for continuous improvement purposes at an organisational level.\nEngaging practitioners and clients in understanding impact – Mia Lorenzo (Uniting VicTas) will explore how integrating client and practitioner insights throughout the evaluation process leads to better quality data and improved outcomes. Mia will share lessons from the Family Preservation and Reunification Response (FPRR) evaluation\, where diverse feedback methods—including workshops\, surveys\, and focus groups—were used to build engagement\, improve service delivery\, and drive continuous improvement.\n\nAlongside these presentations\, OPEN will introduce new training\, project support\, and resources to help organisations build their evidence and outcomes capabilities. \n  \nThis session offers a blend of foundational insights for those new to evidence-informed practice and more advanced strategies for those looking to refine their approach. Don’t miss out on practical takeaways from these shared experiences\, highlighting key lessons\, tools\, and challenges in embedding evidence and client voice into service delivery. \nRegister Here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/embedding-evidence-voices-from-practice-building-outcomes-service-data-and-client-focus/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:For Professionals/Practitioners,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250514T160000
DTSTAMP:20250507T031730Z
CREATED:20250507T031730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T031730Z
UID:10001719-1747227600-1747238400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Online Workshop: Working with Dads | Relationships Australia Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Join our interactive online workshop\, and gain knowledge\, practical advice and strategies to engage dads\, father-figures and families in positive and effective ways. \nThrough collaborative group discussion\, you’ll develop strategies for supporting dads in your community and learn skills for creating more dad-friendly programs and services. \nAt the end of this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \n\nexplain what makes dads important\narticulate the 7 different ways to be a dad\ndiscuss dad-focused programs\, research and work across Australia\neffectively promote programs and services to dads\nsupport dads to create positive family relationships\ngive examples of ways that dads can maintain work and family balance\ncreate dad-focused services and spaces\ndemonstrate an understanding of the issues impacting dads who work from home and ways to manage these\nplan for future work with dads.\n\nIdeal for: A range of workers in community organisations\, social services\, schools or businesses who want to better support the needs of fathers.\nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/online-workshop-working-with-dads-relationships-australia-victoria/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250514T133500
DTSTAMP:20250513T052530Z
CREATED:20250513T052530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T052530Z
UID:10001738-1747227600-1747229700@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Applying culturally inclusive principles in evaluation | AIFS
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Australian Institute of Family Studies\, this webinar features a conversation between Stephanie Beckwith and Lena Etuk from Culturally Inclusive Research Centre Australia  exploring how culturally inclusive principles can be embedded in evaluation. Designed for those working in child and family services\, the session offers practical reflections on evidence collection that respects cultural context and diversity. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/applying-culturally-inclusive-principles-in-evaluation-aifs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="AIFS":MAILTO:enquiries@aifs.gov.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250513T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250513T163000
DTSTAMP:20250108T040326Z
CREATED:20250108T040110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T040326Z
UID:10001613-1747128600-1747153800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:MARAM Collaborative Practice Training Online
DESCRIPTION:Why Collaborative Practice Training? \nWorking together to respond to family violence is essential for all professionals\, no matter what sector we work in. When we want victim-survivors and children to be safe from harm\, and persons using violence to receive support for change\, we need to collaborate\, sharing our professional judgement and expertise with each other to ensure clear identification of family violence\, and to inform risk management and safety plans. \nThis training provides you with an important opportunity to build cross-sector relationships\, learn from other professionals and to establish networks across sectors in the BPA. These networks will be invaluable in your ongoing work. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/maram-collaborative-practice-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:MARAM Collaborative Practice,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Bayside Peninsula Integrated Family Violence Partnership":MAILTO:bpifvp@vt.uniting.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTSTAMP:20250326T023434Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Are You Safe at Home? Day 10 May\n10 May is an opportunity to start the conversation. Ask. Listen. Believe.\n\n\nIf you’re worried about someone you know who might be experiencing abuse\, it can be hard to know what to do. But just by asking\, listening and believing\, you can have an enormous impact on someone’s journey to safety. \n\n\nGet involved\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/8091/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Violence
ORGANIZER;CN="Safe and Equal":MAILTO:admin@safeandequal.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250507T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250507T160000
DTSTAMP:20250502T023521Z
CREATED:20250502T023521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T023521Z
UID:10001715-1746630000-1746633600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Raising Children with Disability – Supporting Fathers | Relationships Australia Victoria
DESCRIPTION:Fathers of children with special needs often face immense emotional and psychological challenges\, yet their caregiving role is frequently overlooked—especially in cultures influenced by traditional patriarchal norms.\nIn Hong Kong\, where open discussions about fatherhood and emotional struggles remain limited\, many fathers experience deep-seated feelings of shame and guilt\, leading to avoidance behaviours or overcompensation in their parenting approach. \nDr Kai Chung Lo\, from the Department of Applied Social Sciences at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University\, spearheaded a groundbreaking study—the first of its kind in Hong Kong—exploring the moral emotions of fathers caring for children with special needs. This research sheds light on their hidden struggles\, and provides crucial insights into how these emotions impact both their wellbeing and their children’s development. \nJoin us for this eye-opening webinar\, when Dr Lo will present key findings from his extensive research\, offering a rare glimpse into the psychological and social challenges faced by father caregivers. Discover how deeply rooted emotions like shame and guilt manifest in their parenting behaviours and explore the broader societal factors contributing to these struggles. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-raising-children-with-disability-supporting-fathers-relationships-australia-victoria/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250507T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250507T123000
DTSTAMP:20250401T232452Z
CREATED:20250401T232452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T232452Z
UID:10001695-1746610200-1746621000@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Training: YPVITH - Neurodiverse-Affirming Practice with Young People and Their Families | Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare
DESCRIPTION:The Centre\, in collaboration with Dr Amanda Mullin (Doctor of Clinical Psychology and Director\, Mindworx Psychology) is offering a three-hour interactive training designed to equip professionals with the skills and strategies needed to work effectively in these complex situations. \nSupporting neurodivergent young people using violence in the home (YPVITH) requires a specialised\, therapeutic approach—one recognising their unique needs while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of their families. \nParticipants will explore: \n\nA neurodiverse-affirming approach – learn how to apply a therapeutic framework that acknowledges neurodivergent perspectives and strengths.\nImproved engagement strategies – discover practical ways to connect with young people who may struggle with traditional interventions.\nBetter outcomes for families – explore techniques to support the young person\, parents\, carers\, and family members while maintaining a young person-focused approach.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/training-ypvith-neurodiverse-affirming-practice-with-young-people-and-their-families-centre-for-excellence-in-child-and-family-welfare/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Neurodiversity,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Excellence in Child & Family Welfare":MAILTO:admin@cfecfw.asn.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250506T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250506T210000
DTSTAMP:20250428T064150Z
CREATED:20250428T064150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T064150Z
UID:10001714-1746561600-1746565200@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:The Left Write Hook film team in conversation with Blue Knot Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Seen the Left Write Hook documentary and want to learn more?\nJoin this free online session\, to meet survivors from the film\, the film’s director and producer\, and Dr Cathy Kezelman\, President and Managing Director of Blue Knot Foundation\, as they chat to television and radio presenter\, Jo Stanley. \nThis session brings together voices of lived/living experience\, filmmakers\, and experts in the field of child sexual abuse and gendered violence\, as they further unpack the themes explored in the film. Discussion points will include the prevalence of child sexual abuse in Australia\, the life-long impacts of complex trauma\, and personal perspectives on the journey towards\, and barriers to trauma recovery. \nThe discussion will explore the film participants’ experience of Left Write Hook’s innovative\, trauma-informed recovery program\, featuring creative writing and non-contact boxing\, along with the challenges and rewards of sharing their truths via the film. \nDr Cathy Kezelman will discuss myths and misconceptions about child sexual abuse and complex trauma\, pathways to healing and insights from her own lived and living experience. \nWho is this session for? We welcome victim-survivors\, supporters\, fans of the film and anyone who wants to learn more about this issue\, to join us for this session. \nIn order to facilitate a relaxed conversation and questions from the audience\, this session will not be recorded.
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/the-left-write-hook-film-team-in-conversation-with-blue-knot-foundation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250506T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250506T123000
DTSTAMP:20250225T233003Z
CREATED:20250225T060238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T233003Z
UID:10001666-1746523800-1746534600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Reflective Leadership - Developing and Enhancing your Practices as a Supervisor
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for leaders and supervisors to come together and explore their leadership practices. Some of what this workshop will cover: \n• Explore and develop your supervision thinkings and practices. \n• Make sense of you in your role and your work as a leader and supervisor. \n• Develop or extend your complex understandings of organisational-team and worker care. \n• Explore your personal\, political and professional understandings of supervision and leadership. \n• Explore and develop clarity of your theories\, ideas and values about accountability\, advocacy\, collegial supervision and support. \n• Join with colleagues in order to nourish each other. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/workshop-reflective-leadership-developing-and-enhancing-your-practices-as-a-supervisor/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250502T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250502T160000
DTSTAMP:20250407T232028Z
CREATED:20250407T232028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T232028Z
UID:10001703-1746190800-1746201600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Understanding Family Violence Training | inTouch
DESCRIPTION:This training offers professionals who are not family violence specialists with foundational understanding of family violence to increase their skills and knowledge when working with refugees experiencing family violence.\nRegister here for May 2nd Session \nRegister here for May 28th Session
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/understanding-family-violence-training-intouch/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250430T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250430T163000
DTSTAMP:20250402T013041Z
CREATED:20250402T013041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T013041Z
UID:10001697-1746025200-1746030600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Reflective Practice - Considering Diverse Perspectives | Relationships Australia Victoria
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, you’ll learn how to pause\, reflect\, and assess situations from multiple viewpoints\, enhancing your ability to collaborate effectively and make informed\, unbiased choices. Whether you work in education\, healthcare\, business\, or any field where diverse perspectives enrich outcomes\, this webinar will provide you with practical tools to develop a more mindful\, open\, and equitable approach to your work. \nDuring this webinar\, you’ll: \n\ngain an understanding reflective practice\nlearn strategies to actively seek and integrate diverse perspectives into their reflective practice\, leading to more inclusive decision-making and problem-solving\ndevelop a deeper sense of empathy by considering experiences and viewpoints different from their own\, improving collaboration and communication within diverse teams\nleave with practical techniques to incorporate reflective practice into their daily work\, helping them respond thoughtfully and inclusively to challenges\nunderstand how reflective practice can contribute to creating a more inclusive workplace culture by encouraging continuous learning\, self-improvement and open-mindedness.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-reflective-practice-considering-diverse-perspectives-relationships-australia-victoria/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250430T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250430T140000
DTSTAMP:20250331T223431Z
CREATED:20250331T223431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T223431Z
UID:10001693-1746018000-1746021600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding and responding to childhood suicidal ideation: A case scenario | CFCA & Emerging Minds
DESCRIPTION:Suicidal ideation refers to thoughts about endings one’s life. These thoughts can be once-off or reoccurring. Childhood suicidal ideation is a growing public health issue in Australia. In 2023\, Kids Helpline reported that suicide-related concerns was the third most common reason a child or young person (5-18 years) reached out to the service\, accounting for 17% of service contacts. Although most suicide-related counselling contact is from 15 to 18 year olds\, an increasing number of younger children\, some as young as 7\, are seeking suicide-related support. \nAlthough suicidal ideation does not mean a child will take their own life\, it can be extremely distressing for the child and their family. Childhood suicidal ideation is a complex issue and one that practitioners are increasingly encountering in their work. \nUsing a case scenario – a hypothetical situation used for educational purposes – panellists will reflect on some of the ethical considerations that practitioners need to consider when responding to children and families and provide practical strategies to help practitioners better understand and support children experiencing suicidal ideation. \nThe webinar will discuss how practitioners can foster connection\, seek the child’s insights\, and recognise the child’s and the families’ strength. \nThis webinar will give you: \n\na better understanding of the experiences of distress and despair that can lead to childhood suicidal ideation\ninsight into the ethical considerations that need to be considered when responding to childhood suicidal ideation\nan understanding of how to apply a collaborative and curious approach to support connection and understanding between the child and their family\ninsight into how to recognise and highlight children’s ideas\, values and skills in managing their challenges\n\nThis webinar will be of interest to practitioners working with children and families. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-understanding-and-responding-to-childhood-suicidal-ideation-a-case-scenario-cfca-emerging-minds/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Suicide,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250429T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250429T160000
DTSTAMP:20250407T231708Z
CREATED:20250407T231708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T231708Z
UID:10001702-1745931600-1745942400@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Practice Training | inTouch
DESCRIPTION:This training offers professionals working within Settlement and Community services a foundational understanding of cultural humility\, intersectionality and unconscious bias when supporting refugee and migrant clients experiencing family violence. This training will be particularly beneficial for workers who do not have prior experience in family violence. \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/culturally-responsive-practice-training-intouch/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250429T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250429T123000
DTSTAMP:20250225T233003Z
CREATED:20250225T060238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T233003Z
UID:10001665-1745919000-1745929800@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Workshop: Reflective Leadership - Developing and Enhancing your Practices as a Supervisor
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for leaders and supervisors to come together and explore their leadership practices. Some of what this workshop will cover: \n• Explore and develop your supervision thinkings and practices. \n• Make sense of you in your role and your work as a leader and supervisor. \n• Develop or extend your complex understandings of organisational-team and worker care. \n• Explore your personal\, political and professional understandings of supervision and leadership. \n• Explore and develop clarity of your theories\, ideas and values about accountability\, advocacy\, collegial supervision and support. \n• Join with colleagues in order to nourish each other. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/workshop-reflective-leadership-developing-and-enhancing-your-practices-as-a-supervisor/2025-04-29/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250424T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T035936Z
CREATED:20250414T035936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T035936Z
UID:10001709-1745496000-1745499600@southsafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Election Priorities for Women: A Cross-Party Conversation | Women's Agenda
DESCRIPTION:Join Women’s Agenda for a live\, one-hour webinar exploring what each major political party is promising women this election. Hear directly from party representatives as they outline their key policies on work\, safety\, housing\, climate\, and more. Speakers include: Allegra Spender\, Independent Member for Wentworth Senator Katy Gallagher\, Minister for Women\, Australian Labor Party Senator Larissa Waters\, Greens Spokesperson for Women We’ll explore policies on: – Family-friendly workplace reforms – Domestic and family violence – Women’s homelessness and housing security – Support for women-led small businesses – Gender-responsive climate action – Women’s financial security There will be opportunities for our audience to engage through a live Q&A. This is your chance to ask questions and get real answers before heading to the polls. *Women’s Agenda reached out to Liberal Party members Sussan Ley\, Jane Hume\, and Anne Ruston for participation\, with Sussan Ley declining and no response yet from Hume and Ruston; we remain eager to include a representative from the Liberal Party in this important conversation. \nRegister Here
URL:https://southsafe.org.au/event/webinar-election-priorities-for-women-a-cross-party-conversation-womens-agenda/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Agenda":MAILTO:contact@womensagenda.com.au.
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