The original ‘The Five Essential Discussion Tools’ training package has been revised and refreshed. Perfect for practitioners who are new to working with men using family violence or those who have not explored de-escalation techniques in their work, this training explores the Five Essential Discussion Tools whilst applying an intersectional lens. It identifies how practitioners […]
This training program explores the application of a trauma lens when supporting teams and individuals who work with complex trauma. Being trauma responsive means both individual and organisation recognise and respond to trauma which can enable change and strengthen resilience and protective factors. A trauma responsive leader embeds trauma informed principles into practice and creates […]
Introduction to working with men using family violence is a foundational training experience for professionals to learn the ways in which men’s family violence is defined and understood. This training develops practitioner skill and confidence in engaging men in the collaborative conversation about their use of abuse and violence, which is critical in linking them […]
The ESBF team is excited to announce the second instalment of our bi-annual forum series. This session will dive deep into successful cross-sectoral collaborations in early childhood education, child and family services, and other allied services. We aim to spotlight best practice examples that achieve excellent outcomes for under-supported children and families. Tuesday 17 September […]
For practitioners who have engaged with the Five Essential Discussion Tools before, this enhanced package will refresh knowledge and introduce new topics and practice considerations. Training content expands upon underlying theories that support the tools – interoception (Body Signs Tool), Name it to Tame it (Traffic Light Tool) – the theory of behaviour change and […]
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 we 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 […]
The original ‘The Five Essential Discussion Tools’ training package has been revised and refreshed. Perfect for practitioners who are new to working with men using family violence or those who have not explored de-escalation techniques in their work, this training explores the Five Essential Discussion Tools whilst applying an intersectional lens. It identifies how practitioners […]
In Victoria, young person violence has typically been viewed through the lens of intergenerational family violence. Many specialist AVITH practitioners here report that many of the young people they work with are neurodivergent. It is time to consider new ways of conceptualising this issue to bring about changes in language, prevention and response? We talk […]
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 us as […]