From early intervention and coercive control awareness to legislative reform and digital safety, SDV25 will explore the most pressing issues in domestic, family, and sexual violence. Under the theme Turning the Tide: Supporting Survivors and Shaping Change, the conference will bring together experts, advocates, and frontline responders to drive systemic change, empower survivors, and challenge […]
This webinar will explore practical ways to engage with children in out-of-home care (OOHC) to support their mental health and wellbeing. This webinar will help you: understand the effects of being in care on children’s participation, identity and self-worth understand the importance of culture and identity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in OOHC […]
Most health, social and community services workforces currently support child mental health at work. Research conducted by Emerging Minds shows that even service workers whose job descriptions do not include support of child mental health are regularly engaged in this work. While this research shows that competency is moderate to low across a range of […]
The Australian Human Rights Awards is an inspirational showcase of the best in all of us. The Awards honour and celebrate diverse human rights heroes and significant achievements in protecting and promoting human rights in Australia. The Awards are your opportunity to honour and promote the work of our unsung heroes of human rights as […]
The Commission advises their office will be closed from 25 December 2025 to 4 January 2026. You can still make a submission at any time. Visit the website to see the different ways you can make a submission, or to contact the Commission with any other questions.
In 2025 the Murdoch Children's Research Institute released a series of webinars to explore early childhood perspectives, share evidence and resources, and explore equity and innovation in community child health. Explore topics about strengthening Child and Family Hubs, the importance of embedding children’s voices in matters that concern them, and framing messages to inspire collective action and […]
In neurodivergent families, parents, children and siblings often have to navigate the world in a different way, not only with each other, but also with those around them. This can impact both individual and family wellbeing. Whether you work with adult clients, children or families, this webinar will offer insight into how you can promote […]
As AI becomes more embedded in service delivery, poorly designed or governed systems can unintentionally cause harm or retraumatisation. To support organisations to identify and address these risks, ARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making and Society has developed the Trauma-Informed AI Assessment Toolkit (TIAKIT) – a FREELY available practical resource that helps organisations reflect on how […]
The language we use with clients has the power to support, heal and empower. But words can also harm and dehumanise individuals. Although this is rarely intentional, research consistently suggests that recipients of health and social support services often feel disempowered, disrespected and excluded. There are increasing calls from disabled people and advocates to challenge […]
Join OPG at 12pm on Thursday, 19 February 2026 for a free webinar to learn how the Office of the Public Guardian's (OPG) Community Visitors support the children and young people in your care. Learn about: How OPG Community Visitors advocate for children’s safety, wellbeing and rights, and why their visits are so important. How […]
Children and their families engage with a range of workforces and systems every day, with many playing a role in supporting children’s mental health and wellbeing. While access to specialist care is important, there are great benefits to expanding opportunities to reach children and families earlier in their journey and to respond to concerns in […]
Are you supporting clients affected by a disaster or severe weather event? Free webinar - What are my client's legal rights after a disaster? Wednesday 25 February 12pm–1:15pm (AEST) Join Legal Aid Queensland's Disaster Relief Director, Paul Holmes, and lawyer Julie Maron for a free webinar exploring common legal issues following disasters, including: insurance claim […]
