Children's Week is a national celebration. It recognises the talents, skills, achievements and rights of children. The event takes place in October every year, with thousands of Victorian children taking part in the festivities. Children’s Week 2026 will be held between Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026. The theme for Children’s Week 2026 […]
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5 events,This four-hour interactive workshop is delivered by trainers with expert MARAM knowledge or firsthand experience of Putting MARAM into Practice as clinicians. Anyone 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 who […] Foundations of Infant Mental Health provides practitioners with a comprehensive introduction to infant development, early relational health, and the factors shaping mental health from pregnancy to three years of age. The workshop explores typical developmental processes, attachment and neurobiology, early signs of emotional or behavioural difficulties, and the impacts of trauma, adversity, and caregiver wellbeing […]
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This free online training will give you all the tools you need to support families to engage with a kindergarten program including kindergarten programs in long day care. What we cover: The kinder pathway including Early Start Kinder, Pre-Prep and Free Kinder. Child Care Subsidy and Additional Child care Subsidy including writing support letters […]
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Presented by WHISE and Sexual Health Victoria for Menopause Awareness Month 2026 This evidence-based educational session is designed to strengthen knowledge and confidence in supporting women through perimenopause and menopause across the lifespan. Participants will explore current research, best-practice approaches to assessment and management, and practical strategies for providing person-centred, evidence-informed care. The session will […]
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4 events,This 6 hour interactive workshop aims to support the development of foundation knowledge for professionals working with young person violence. It includes exploration of theoretical frameworks that underpin Young Person Violence in the Home (VPVITH), how to use a relational approach, assessment of risk, and practice examples. Exploring a young persons experience of trauma and […]
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This Partners in Prevention (PiP) Network event, hosted by Safe and Equal, will bring practitioners together to explore gender transformative practice in primary prevention. Gender transformative practice in primary prevention draws on a rich global history of gender transformative work, particularly in public health, and community led advocacy. This history is now at an exciting […]
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Women's pain is too often dismissed, minimised or left undiagnosed. That pattern is not inevitable. It is produced by how systems of care are designed, funded and connected, which means organisations in our region can change it. In August 2026, more than 70 practitioners from health, community, social services, family violence and multicultural sectors came […]
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This training is designed for professional working in education, wellbeing, child and family services, and youth services. Presenters Emma Van Den Driesen & Shivangi Singh will focus on: Understanding what Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI) is. Recognising signs of Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI). Exploring strategies and coping skills for young people, carers and supports.
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This one-day training is for professionals who want to lead initiatives to prevent family and gender-based violence. It provides the skills to design and implement impactful programs with an intersectional lens, helping you create tangible change. Prevention in Practice has now been separated into two distinct packages: Prevention Foundations and Prevention Programs. This package is […]
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Lunch and Learn is a practical online learning series that makes important topics clear, relevant and easy to apply. Each focused 60-minute session brings together useful insights, real-world examples and practical tools for providers, families, carers, leaders and learning professionals. These sessions will deliver: 60-minute practical and interactive sessions Tangible learning outcomes you can apply […]
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At the current rate of progress, achieving gender equality remains more than a century away. But, with bold leadership, sustained investment and a clear plan for the future, the next elected Government has a powerful opportunity to help close that gap and accelerate progress for current and future generations. Join Gender Equity Victoria (GEN […]
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At the current rate of progress, achieving gender equality remains more than a century away. But, with bold leadership, sustained investment and a clear plan for the future, the next elected Government has a powerful opportunity to help close that gap and accelerate progress for current and future generations. Join Gender Equity Victoria (GEN […]
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2 events,Foundations of Neurodivergence and Neurodevelopmental Disorders provides practitioners with a comprehensive introduction to neurodiversity, neurodivergent identities, and the major neurodevelopmental conditions encountered in child, youth, and family service contexts. The workshop emphasises a neuro-affirming framework, contrasting traditional medical models with social and human-rights-based perspectives, and offers foundational knowledge on autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, and other […] |
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5 events,The three-day event is hosted by Sexual Assault Services Victoria (SASVic), the peak body for Victoria's 19 specialist sexual assault and harmful sexual behaviour services. Sexual violence impacts every part of society. The social and economic costs are immense and require wide-spread change. Driven by decades of feminist work that broke the silence on sexual […]
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Join us for a session led by South East Monash Legal The workshop will highlight recent legislative changes and examine their potential implications for individuals and families navigating the family law system. Through the use of a client case study, SMLS will bring these issues to life, deepening practitioners' understanding of how family violence can […]
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This training explores the impact on children witnessing/experiencing abuse and how to shift the focus of interventions to the father’s responsibility and accountability for safe parenting. It unpacks broader narratives that will often attribute responsibility for safety, security, and emotional wellbeing of children to the victim-survivor; and is underpinned by the current evidence base that […]
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In preparation for the 16 Days of Activism 2026, funded by Respect Victoria and Safe + Equal, the Promoting Respect and Equity Together partners are delighted to present Compassion, Care and Accountability webinar. Inspired by Equimundo's 2026 report “What If We Led with Compassion, Care and Accountability?” (Flood, Barker, Lauro & Gupta) in which a […]
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Lunch and Learn | Protecting NDIS funding during reassessment and review | The Centre for Excellence
Lunch and Learn | Protecting NDIS funding during reassessment and review | The Centre for Excellence
Lunch and Learn is a practical online learning series that makes important topics clear, relevant and easy to apply. Each focused 60-minute session brings together useful insights, real-world examples and practical tools for providers, families, carers, leaders and learning professionals. These sessions will deliver: 60-minute practical and interactive sessions Tangible learning outcomes you can apply […] |
2 events,This workshop supports us to conceptualise the neurobiological components of vicarious trauma and offers a professional framework to ensure our wellbeing in the midst of this challenging work. It is suitable for all professionals and organisations working with children and young people who have experienced trauma. Learning outcomes Explore the knowledge of neurobiology and […] |
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Lunch and Learn is a practical online learning series that makes important topics clear, relevant and easy to apply. Each focused 60-minute session brings together useful insights, real-world examples and practical tools for providers, families, carers, leaders and learning professionals. Examine how professionals can help parents and carers understand NDIS changes, manage uncertainty and advocate […] |
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Join us for FREE Information Sharing Training These sessions aim to bring relevant information sharing and MARAM theory, frameworks and concepts together and contextualise this for practice. This training is designed to be the ‘capstone’ course in your MARAM and information sharing learning journey. This session focuses on information sharing practice, including the purpose and […]
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1 event,Everyone needs a hand now and then. The AV Aid food van visits the ParentZone Hub each month with pantry supplies and fresh food. Let us know you are coming by registering so we can provide more. Just bring a shopping bag! See weblink to register your attendance. |
2 events,The Trauma-transformative practice with families workshop aims to transform the way professionals understand and engage with children, young people, and their families impacted by trauma. The workshop explores what “family” means from multiple perspectives. The shift from a trauma-informed paradigm to a trauma-transformative paradigm embraces deep relational safety, meaning making, compassion and hope with families. We […]
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Join ESBF and Megan Corcoran, Founder of the Wagtail Institute and author of Beyond Survival Mode, for an engaging discussion on the connection between practitioner wellbeing and child wellbeing. Drawing on her expertise in trauma-informed practice and positive psychology, Megan will explore why practitioner wellbeing is not simply a matter of self-care, but a critical […] |
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Session overview: Clarify NDIS access requirements and explore how eligibility criteria, relevant evidence and effective language can support a clear and compelling access request. Describe the core NDIS access and eligibility requirements. Identify relevant evidence that demonstrates disability, functional impact and support needs. Use clear, strengths-based language to prepare a focused and persuasive access request.
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Each part of the family violence system affects the others. Hear how they connect, from prevention through to recovery, and what it would take to reach people before crisis point. The drivers and early warning signs of family violence are well known, yet our systems tend to focus most on responding at the point violence […]
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There is no single pathway into work. Opportunities and outcomes are shaped by people's circumstances, experiences and life stage, and look very different across population groups. Join the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) for a live webinar exploring what our 3 major Australian longitudinal studies can tell us about pathways into work. Drawing on […] This four-part Community of Practice is designed for advanced practitioners working in mainstream services who want to strengthen their confidence, capability and critical practice when supporting women from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. Through in-depth case discussions, reflective practice and facilitated exploration, participants will examine how culture, migration, language, racism, settlement experiences and systemic […]
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Join Promoting Respect and Equity Together (PRET) Partnership leaders and practitioners on Thursday 19 November 2026 for a half-day forum exploring how we can strengthen and sustain lived experience leadership in the primary prevention of gender-based violence. Over the past year, the PRET Lived Experience Community of Practice has generated valuable insights into what it takes […]
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This highly-interactive 3-hour workshop is designed for practitioners, case managers, social workers, and other professional working within an integrated system that supported children, young people, and their families. Participants will engage in a safe and reflective learning environment to deepen their understanding of professional boundaries and explore practical strategies for maintaining them in a complex […]
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The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency is proud to be launching our new Aboriginal Research and Evidence Hub. For the first time, this dedicated online space brings together our growing collection of research, evaluation findings and other resources. Grounded in Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing, this work helps strengthen services, inform policy and […]
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November is Trans Month and November 20th is Trans Day of Remembrance (TDoR) is observed every year on 20 November. It began in 1999, when American advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith held a vigil to honour Rita Hester, a trans woman killed the year before. What started as one vigil is now marked in cities across the […]
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In Victoria, the Walk Against Family Violence is an important event during the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – a global campaign for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls. By joining the Walk you can take action to prevent family violence and violence against women and stand in solidarity with people […] |
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2 events,The Looking After Children (LAC) training supports practitioners working with children and young people in out‑of‑home care to strengthen the quality and consistency of care and case planning. LAC is a child‑centred practice framework that provides a holistic approach to understanding a young person’s needs, strengths and progress across key life areas. The training positions […] Culturally Responsive Case Management Practice with Culturally and Racially Marginalised Communities is an interactive workshop supporting practitioners working with children, young people and families from CARM backgrounds within the Victorian family services context. The training emphasises practical, values‑informed application through realistic case scenarios and guided reflection, supporting culturally safe, respectful practice grounded in child‑centred, trauma‑informed […] |
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Delivered by FARREP (Monash Health) in partnership with WHISE Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) is a complex global health and human rights issue that continues to impact women and girls living in Australia. Health and community practitioners play a critical role in providing safe, informed, and appropriate care; yet many report low confidence in recognising, responding […]
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Hosted by Cardinia Communities for Children (CFC) at the ParentZone Hub For practitioners working with children and families in Cardinia. Discussing tough issues and how to approach them. Sharing referrals, information, resources and support. |
3 events,Protect, Share, Support: Understanding Family Violence in Disability Service is a specialised workshop designed for disability support workers operating outside of Victoria’s formal MARAM (Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management) framework. This session introduces best practices from the MARAM framework and explores how they can be applied in disability service contexts, with a focus on safe, respectful, and […] Building trauma-informed approaches to support children and young people Trauma can profoundly influence every aspect of a child or young person’s life. Approaches that thoughtfully recognise and respond to the impacts of trauma can help prevent further harm, while positively supporting development and strengthening relationships. Adopting trauma-informed practice when working with children, young people and […]
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Language – written, spoken, or otherwise – is important. It determines who gets to speak, who is listened to and how we engage with each other. It’s an incredible force for connection but can also shape and reinforce power dynamics. Language is a cornerstone of primary prevention work. It's how we share evidence and knowledge […]
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2 events,This training is designed to support and strengthen professional practice across family services, child protection, and placement and support services. This highly interactive 6 hour workshop help practitioners understand and apply the principles of the BICPM to achieve positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families. Participants will explore the purpose and benefits of […]
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Respect Creates Change. Casey Says No to Violence. Connected Libraries and the City of Casey are proud to present Rosie Batty AO, 2015 Australian of the Year, for a special In Conversation event in recognition of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign. Rosie will share her deeply personal experience of family and […] |
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