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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. It will also explore the intersection between neuro affirming traits and eating disorders. This presentation is co facilitated by Monash Children's Hospital- Adolescent Medicine and […] 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 policy changes are needed? How can we foster resilience and ensure no teen is left behind? TRUST WOMEN: LUNCH BREAK SESSIONS The Victorian Women’s Trust […] |
3 events,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 working with women and children affected by family violence. Those wanting increased skills and knowledge working with families affected by family violence. DATES: Wednesday 14th, […]
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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 program is not just for mums, but for people from all walks of life. It doesn’t matter if you have never played before – absolutely […]
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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 National Reconciliation Week lecture. Jesse will explore themes as to how colonial and federal legislation systematically marginalised First Nations peoples by undermining their legal agency […] |
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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.
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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 Week theme is Bridging Now to Next, a call for all Australians to reflect on our shared history and build stronger connections with each other. […]
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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 29 May 2025 TIME 6:00pm - 7:30pm LOCATION The Capitol 113 Swanston Street, Melbourne RSVP RSVP by Friday 23 May Get your tickets here
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Walking on stone and cement it can be hard to remember what it feels like to have earth beneath our feet. Of the Land on Which We Meet follows the journey of three contemporary Australian circus artists with distinct relationships with Country; an indigenous Australian, a descendant of migrants, and a descendant of colonial settlers. […]
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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 Fields and Jem Cassar-Daley |
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2 events,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 program is not just for mums, but for people from all walks of life. It doesn’t matter if you have never played before – absolutely […]
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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 three, Kat Goldsworthy, Research Fellow in the Evidence and Evaluation Support team at AIFS, sits down with Dr Melissa Willoughby, Senior Research Officer at AIFS […] |
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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. […]
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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 potential exclusion to meeting children's needs. |
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3 events,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. Register your interest here.
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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 community and how to access these supports. The NDIS can support all people with disability, even if you aren’t an NDIS participant. Community connections can support […]
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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. These sessions are designed to provide an introduction to the Financial Independence Hub and initial information in understanding the supports available. What supports are available? […]
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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 Wellbeing Network, supported by Frankston City Council and Mornington Peninsula Shire. |
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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 Multicultural Commission the event celebrates positive contributions made by refugees to society. The theme for Refugee Week 2025 is "Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community". It […] |
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 and who can you speak to for further help? Register via the weblink |
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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 a clearer understanding of the difference their work is making, and for whom, as well as identifying areas that can be improved. The Evidence and […]
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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. This session will be useful for practitioners, advocates and policy-makers working in a range of settings and contexts to prevent violence against women […]
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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 community and how to access these supports. The NDIS can support all people with disability, even if you aren’t an NDIS participant. Community connections can support […] |
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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 […]
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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 gender equity in the early years. The afternoon will feature keynote speaker Dr Billy Garvey – developmental pediatrician, author, podcaster and dad – who will explore […] |
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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
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2 events,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 strengthen data capability in line with new requirements. The sessions are primarily aimed at practitioners, with the final 15 minutes of each webinar dedicated to […]
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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 Hub and initial information in understanding the supports available. Building confidence with finances Introduction to Money Personalities Recognising strengths Accessing supports Supports available with […]
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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 us to hear from a range of dynamic speakers with professional and lived experience expertise, highlighting the amazing work being done in Victoria and abroad […] 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 strengthen data capability in line with new requirements. The sessions are primarily aimed at practitioners, with the final 15 minutes of each webinar dedicated to […]
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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 weather events and is intended for both managers and frontline practitioners. This webinar will give you: • insight into how to adopt a child-centred and […] |
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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 covered in the training? Definition, nature and dynamics of Family Violence Defining and recognising Coercive Control behaviours Tech-Facilitated & Post Separation Abuse Key Practice approaches […]
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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 strengthen data capability in line with new requirements. The sessions are primarily aimed at practitioners, with the final 15 minutes of each webinar dedicated to […] 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 community and how to access these supports. The NDIS can support all people with disability, even if you aren’t an NDIS participant. Community connections can support […] |
1 event,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 strengthen data capability in line with new requirements. The sessions are primarily aimed at practitioners, with the final 15 minutes of each webinar dedicated to […] |
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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. Supporting neurodivergent young people using violence in the home (YPVITH) requires a specialised, therapeutic approach—one recognising […]
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Gain the foundational knowledge of family violence understand the key considerations for responding to disclosures of family violence within prevention programs to support you in your work. This three-hour virtual […]
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Stay up-to-date with seminars & training events…
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
SMA Connect is not a crisis response service. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 000
For 24/7 support to find safety from family violence, contact Safe Steps on 1800 015 188.