This presentation will provide an overview of eating disorders of eating disorder presentations in children and adolescents. It will identify early detection of eating disorders, appropriate responses and referral pathways. […]
Teen girls face a mental health crisis, with anxiety at record highs. Social media, weakened community ties, and rising misogyny fuel the problem, yet support remains hard to access. What […]
Are you looking to enhance your skills in working with women and children affected by family violence? SUITABLE FOR: Professionals or tertiary students with existing skills, backgrounds or passion for […]
An introductory football program designed specifically for women and gender-diverse people, where participants can have fun, meet new people and learn basic soccer skills in a social, judgment-free environment. The […]
Jesse J Fleay will present “Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander First Nations Australians in the workforce from 1840’s till Present”, as the National Centre for Reconciliation, Truth, and Justice’s 2025 […]
Join for an exciting event, featuring: Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony by traditional custodians, Performances by Djarlo Dance group, Family-friendly activities & Afternoon tea.
Held on Thursday 29 May starting 4:00pm at Bunjil Place Plaza, this event is part of National Reconciliation Week, a time to reflect on our shared history. This year’s Reconciliation […]
This powerful documentary urges you to understand why we must better support young people who experience family and domestic violence and what’s possible if we all work together. DATE Thursday […]
Come along for this unforgettable community celebration of diversity, equality, and inclusion! In partnership with First Peoples Health and Wellbeing, Nairm Marr Djambana and Bunurong Land Council. Performances from Electric […]
An introductory football program designed specifically for women and gender-diverse people, where participants can have fun, meet new people and learn basic soccer skills in a social, judgment-free environment. The […]
Presenters: Kat Goldsworthy and Dr Melissa Willoughby This webinar series will share examples of evaluative practice and ideas for collecting and using evidence in child and family services. In episode […]
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 […]
This webinar will highlight effective practices for including children who have experienced adversity in early education settings. We will explore case studies showing how supportive approaches can transform situations from […]
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 […]
Join us for an informative webinar on NDIA Community Connections. This webinar is designed to help people with disability, families and carers understand what supports are available in the local […]
Helpful solutions and services available for when you may experience financial hardship. Navigating financial hardship for people of all genders who have experienced financial abuse and/or domestic and family violence. […]
This 2025 Men’s Health Week, Matt Brown shares how healing childhood trauma and embracing vulnerability helps men break cycles of violence and build healthier communities. Presented by Frankston Mornington Peninsula Men’s […]
Join Sisterworks at Springvale City Hall in celebrating Refugee Week (15-21 June) at this family friendly event on Sunday 15 June. Supported by Greater Dandenong City Council and the Victorian […]
As technology advances, so do its risks—especially for women and marginalised groups. AI reflects gender bias, while tech-facilitated abuse surges. What policies protect privacy and safety? What more is needed to ensure equity and security in the digital world? TRUST WOMEN: LUNCH BREAK SESSIONS The Victorian Women’s Trust presents Trust Women—a new webinar series unpacking […]
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 […]
Presented by Betty Vattakunnel from Monash Health Community. What are the signs that your child might need occupational therapy? What can you do to support your child with this? Where […]
Professionals in child and family services work to make a meaningful difference for the families they support. While the impact of their everyday work is often visible, evaluations can provide […]
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 […]
Join us for an informative webinar on NDIA Community Connections. This webinar is designed to help people with disability, families and carers understand what supports are available in the local […]
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 […]
Promoting Gender Equity in the Early Years is BHN’s inaugural forum – an event designed to bring together early childhood services to connect, learn and reflect on practical ways to embed […]
This interactive, online training module will assist professionals to effectively identify, understand and resist invitations to collude with men who use family violence. Register here
To support this transition, Family Safety Victoria, in partnership with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, will be delivering 4 webinar training sessions to support consistent data entry and […]
This session is 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 […]
Explore the positive impact education can have in the lives of children and young people with an out-of-home care experience from the early years right through to university and TAFE. Join […]
To support this transition, Family Safety Victoria, in partnership with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, will be delivering 4 webinar training sessions to support consistent data entry and […]
Presenters: Michelle Roberts, Tayla Iellamo, Sarnia Ralston and Jacquie Lee This webinar will explore how to support workers who work with children and families during and after disasters and severe […]
This full-day, interactive online module aims to upskill practitioners, with theory and practice approaches, to enable them to walk alongside survivors of coercive control safely, respectfully and ethically. What topics are […]
To support this transition, Family Safety Victoria, in partnership with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, will be delivering 4 webinar training sessions to support consistent data entry and […]
Join us for an informative webinar on NDIA Community Connections. This webinar is designed to help people with disability, families and carers understand what supports are available in the local […]
To support this transition, Family Safety Victoria, in partnership with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, will be delivering 4 webinar training sessions to support consistent data entry and […]
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 […]
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The Southern Melbourne Family Violence Regional Integration Committee host FREE MARAM Collaborative Practice Training. Watch this space to see what dates are available to register.
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