Professor Richard Rose offers carers an interactive and practical approach focusing on communication strategies, understanding where the child’s behaviour is coming from and providing a number of tools for carers to use in managing challenging situations. Click here for more information and to register
A two-day training program presented by VACCA following an Aboriginal child and her foster parents as they learn how to provide the right support. This program provides both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Carers with the knowledge to care for and support Aboriginal children. Priority for this training will go to carers with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander […]
A two-day training program presented by VACCA following an Aboriginal child and her foster parents as they learn how to provide the right support. This program provides both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Carers with the knowledge to care for and support Aboriginal children. Priority for this training will go to carers with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander […]
The 2024 report, Young People’s Experiences and Use of Violence in the Home investigates four types of child maltreatment, their intersections and self-reported use of violence in the home. In this webinar, you will hear from authors Dr Silke Meyer and Maria Atinézar-Prieto (PhD), who examine findings from the national ANROWS-funded study on young people’s use […]
MARAM Collaborative Practice Training is the capstone module in the suite of MARAM training for all professionals responding to family violence in Southern Melbourne Area. Key learning outcomes for participants include: Identify responsibilities that drive collaborative practice across the service system including visibility of the person using violence Outline how information sharing can enhance collaborative […]
In Victoria, young person violence has typically been viewed through the lens of intergenerational family violence. Many specialist AVITH practitioners report that many of the young people they work with are neurodivergent. Is it time to consider new ways of conceptualising this issue to bring about changes in language, prevention and response? Join CFECFW as […]
This webinar is intended for both general and specialist practitioners working in child and family services including general family support, mental health care and health care, family and relationship services, social workers, counsellors and psychologists. It will also be relevant to practitioners working in animal welfare or veterinary services. This webinar will help you: understand […]
This course has been developed by Mental Health First Aid Australia and will be delivered by AJ Williams-Tchen an award-winning Wiradjuri Mental Health Social Worker, Nurse and Youth Worker. For the past 30 years, AJ has been working at providing awareness of mental illness within the Aboriginal community and increasing mental health literacy among all […]
Join CFECFW online during Anti-Poverty Week for a critical discussion on Reframing Housing as a Human Right. With the cost of living and housing crises intensifying across Victoria, more families are grappling with housing insecurity. The Centre will explore how we can prioritise the needs and experiences of children and young people in these challenging […]
Find out how to use No Interest Loans (NILs) and the Financial Independence Hub (FIH) to help the people you support meet needs and achieve their goals. Click here to find out more information and register for the event NILS: Borrow up to $2,000 for essentials including whitegoods, educational expenses, car repairs and registration, medical […]
This course has been developed by Mental Health First Aid Australia and will be delivered by AJ Williams-Tchen an award-winning Wiradjuri Mental Health Social Worker, Nurse and Youth Worker. For the past 30 years, AJ has been working at providing awareness of mental illness within the Aboriginal community and increasing mental health literacy among all […]
Join the Early Start Bright Future team in exploring some of the supports available for CALD families in the early years that promote engagement with culturally safe early learning opportunities. Click here to register
Transforming futures: Improving the lives of children and their families. Victoria’s child and family sector continues to push boundaries and inspire, working tirelessly to support our most vulnerable community members. We’re excited to showcase promising practices, innovative programs, and cutting-edge research during our online Symposium in the last week of October. Students Free! Click here […]
Transforming futures: Improving the lives of children and their families. Victoria’s child and family sector continues to push boundaries and inspire, working tirelessly to support our most vulnerable community members. We’re excited to showcase promising practices, innovative programs, and cutting-edge research during our online Symposium in the last week of October. Students Free! Click here […]
Non-fatal strangulation (NFS) is used by perpetrators of domestic abuse to control and intimidate their victims-survivors. It is an insidious and lethal form of physical violence which is about power, control and lethality. During these two days together, ShantiWorks want to listen and learn about the history and advocacy that brought this issue to light […]
By learning how to be an active bystander through Small Steps: Bystander Action for Equality, you can safely and effectively challenge sexist attitudes in your personal and professional life. This 4-hour virtual course is designed for workplaces and individuals. Who is this for? Community members‚ human resources officers, community development workers, primary prevention officers; Anyone […]
Transforming futures: Improving the lives of children and their families. Victoria’s child and family sector continues to push boundaries and inspire, working tirelessly to support our most vulnerable community members. We’re excited to showcase promising practices, innovative programs, and cutting-edge research during our online Symposium in the last week of October. Students Free! Click here […]
Non-fatal strangulation (NFS) is used by perpetrators of domestic abuse to control and intimidate their victims-survivors. It is an insidious and lethal form of physical violence which is about power, control and lethality. During these two days together, ShantiWorks want to listen and learn about the history and advocacy that brought this issue to light […]
This training is for professionals who are wanting to develop a foundational understanding of family violence, including how to identify when family violence might be occurring, and how to respond to disclosures from a victim survivor in a safe and effective manner. Participants may work in generalist/mainstream organisations that are not prescribed to MARAM, but […]
Walk in the shoes of a victim survivor facing justice at Dandenong Magistrates' Court on this tour. Walk in the shoes of those who seek a family violence intervention order and explore the ins and outs of the legal system. This in-person event is aimed at professionals working with families experiencing family violence and will […]
Tailored to enrich and bolster professional proficiency in family services, child protection, and placement and support services, the Best Interests Case Practice Model (BICPM) is dedicated to fostering favorable outcomes for children and their families. In this engaging and interactive 6-hour workshop, the primary goal is to equip practitioners with the following insights: Understanding the […]
Tailored to enrich and bolster professional proficiency in family services, child protection, and placement and support services, the Best Interests Case Practice Model (BICPM) is dedicated to fostering favorable outcomes for children and their families. In this engaging and interactive 6-hour workshop, the primary goal is to equip practitioners with the following insights: Understanding the […]
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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.
Click here for more information about MARAM Collaborative Practice Training
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For 24/7 support to find safety from family violence, contact Safe Steps on 1800 015 188.