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SUMMARY:OMCFS Alliance presents - RESISTING COLLUSION AND MOTIVATING CHANGE with men who use intimate partner violence\, online training
DESCRIPTION:Online training workshop \nTRAINERS : \nAda Conroy & Kelly Finch\nresisting collusion and motivating change with men who use intimate partner violence\n  \nThis workshop is supported by the OMCFS Alliance  \nResisting Collusion & Motivating Change is a full-day online training for practitioners who may come across men who use intimate partner violence in the course of their work\, and who are seeking to strengthen their practice\, contribute to change\, and enhance victim-survivor safety.  \nParticipants who attend this training will be able to: \n\nExplain the causes\, mechanisms\, and purpose of family violence\nExplore perpetrator accountability\nIdentify core beliefs held by men who use violence\nIdentify ‘smoke screens’ used to conceal violence\nUse invitational approaches to build rapport and enhance reflection\nUnderstand the nature of collusion and how to resist invitations to collude\nExamine shame and values\nMotivate change and referral readiness\nUnderstand safety planning and referral pathways\n\nThis training is MARAM aligned\, runs from 9:30am – 3:30pm \nBookings via mclarke@umfc.com.au
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/omcfs-alliance-presents-resisting-collusion-and-motivating-change-with-men-who-use-intimate-partner-violence-online-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250507T170000
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SUMMARY:ADF Prevention in Place Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Prevention in Place Conference 2025\n\n\nThe Prevention in Place Conference\, dedicated to using place-based approaches to reduce disadvantage and improve wellbeing\, will provide a first class\, evidence-based learning and networking experience for participants. \n\n\n\n\nThe national Prevention in Place Conference spans multiple sectors dedicated to strengthening protective factors for better outcomes\, in particular youth services\, justice\, disability\, suicide prevention\, mental health and alcohol and other drugs. \nWhy Attend? \n✅ Place-based approaches to address complex social issues \n✅ Evidence-based insights \n✅ Top-notch professional development \n✅ Group & student discounts available \nHosted by the Alcohol and Drug Foundation\, it will be held May 6-7\, 2025 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. \nProgram Info and Registrations
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/adf-prevention-in-place-conference-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250514T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250516T161500
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250409T001340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T001340Z
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SUMMARY:ANROWS Conference 2025 - Listen\, learn\, act Centring children and young people to end violence
DESCRIPTION:Event details\n\nWednesday 14 and Thursday 15 May: Online only\, from 10:30 am–4:15 pm AEST\nFriday 16 May: In-person only\, at the Aerial Function Centre\, Sydney\, from 10:00 am–4:15 pm AEST\n\nFor enquiries\, email conference@anrows.org.au \nRead more about the ANROWS Conference 2025 \n\n\n\nRegister now
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/anrows-conference-2025-listen-learn-act-centring-children-and-young-people-to-end-violence/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250408T235256Z
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UID:2338-1747227600-1747238400@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:Relationships Australia Victoria - Working with Dads\, online workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join our interactive online workshop\, and gain knowledge\, practical advice and strategies to engage dads\, father-figures and families in positive and effective ways. \nThrough collaborative group discussion\, you’ll develop strategies for supporting dads in your community and learn skills for creating more dad-friendly programs and services. \nLearning outcomes\nAt the end of this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \n\nexplain what makes dads important\narticulate the 7 different ways to be a dad\ndiscuss dad-focused programs\, research and work across Australia\neffectively promote programs and services to dads\nsupport dads to create positive family relationships\ngive examples of ways that dads can maintain work and family balance\ncreate dad-focused services and spaces\ndemonstrate an understanding of the issues impacting dads who work from home and ways to manage these\nplan for future work with dads.\n\nIdeal for\nA range of workers in community organisations\, social services\, schools or businesses who want to better support the needs of fathers. \nREGISTER
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/relationships-australia-victoria-working-with-dads-online-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250423T033006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T033006Z
UID:2363-1747296000-1747414800@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:National HOME STRETCH Symposium 2025
DESCRIPTION:Home Stretch Symposium 2025\nWith over 5000 young people now benefitting from extended care to 21\, this highly\nanticipated Symposium will focus on the additional supports needed for young people to\nachieve successful transitions from care to adulthood. \nIt will bring together a diverse range of experts\, policy makers\, and lived experience advocates\, to explore the successes\, innovations and further reform to supporting care leavers in Australia. \nThe event takes place on Thursday 15 and Friday 16 of May\, at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Melbourne.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/national-home-stretch-symposium-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250225T224114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T224114Z
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SUMMARY:OMCFS Alliance presents - Hoarding Home Solutions Workshop
DESCRIPTION:presents \n \nHoarding Home Solutions Full Day workshop \nThis Full day workshop\, presented by professional organisers & hoarding specialist\, Angela Esnouf\, and Wendy Hanes CPO\, CPO-CD\, Master Training\, is for everyone who works with people who hoard. \nYou will learn: \n\nThe truth about hoarding – what it is\, what it’s not\, and why it’s important to know\nThe beliefs that create a hoarding situation\nHow to work in a Harm Reduction model\n4 effective decluttering strategies\, and when each is appropriate to use\nHow to collaborate with others\, to achieve the best possible outcome\nOther stakeholders to consider\nThe common risks you will face\, and how to work safely\n\nWhat else is included? \n\nAssessment Tools to help you work efficiently and safely\, and communicate well with all stakeholders\nEngaging activities to embed the learning\nSlide & Resource Packet\nCertificates of attendance on request\n\nFor more information contact OMAlliance@umfc.com.au \n 
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/omcfs-alliance-presents-hoarding-home-solutions-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250516T130000
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UID:2143-1747303200-1747400400@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:No to Violence - Engaging Dads Using Family Violence
DESCRIPTION:This package challenges the common practice of placing responsibility on victim-survivors. Backed by current evidence\, this training highlights the gendered drivers of men’s violence against women and shifts the focus to perpetrator accountability. \nDates: Thursday 15th & Friday 16th May from 10am – 1:00pm\nLocation: Online\nCost: $369.40 (including GST)\nDiscounted Price: $299 (including GST) \nRegister here to gain valuable insights and make a lasting impact.
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/no-to-violence-engaging-dads-using-family-violence-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250516T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
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SUMMARY:Blue Knot - Building Trauma Awareness Webinar\, online via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This one hour didactic webinar provides foundational knowledge in the area of Complex Trauma. This webinar is aimed at a diverse range of roles and focused on understanding trauma.\n$70.00 incl. GST AUD\n\n\nLearn more\nRegister
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/blue-knot-building-trauma-awareness-webinar-online-via-zoom/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250519T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250413T225034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T225034Z
UID:2345-1747641600-1747933200@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:FRSA National Conference 2025- Safe\, Strong & Thriving
DESCRIPTION:The FRSA National Conference is heralded as a highlight event for the Family and Relationship Services network and is one of the largest annual gatherings of practitioners\, academics and policy makers working to support children\, families and communities. This ‘not to be missed’ event will feature a number of highly acclaimed keynote presenters\, as well as Federal Ministers and sector leaders with a focus on delivering the most effective services to children\, families and young people. \nAs social service organisations we are always at the cutting edge of emerging trends and changes in society – for the FRS sector\, especially for vulnerable children\, families and communities. \nThe theme for the FRSA National Conference 2025 is Safe\, Strong and Thriving and will be held at the Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park on 19-22 May 2025. \n REGISTER TODAYor \nVIEW THE PROGRAM  \n 
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/frsa-national-conference-2025-safe-strong-thriving/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250520T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250324T015637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T015637Z
UID:2288-1747728000-1747846800@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:Annual NDIS Conference
DESCRIPTION:NDIS 2.0 Lets get on with it! DSC are hsoting their annual NDIS Conference – an opportunity to learn\, plan and connect with the whole NDIS ecosystem. \nDate: Tuesday 20th May\, 2025 – Wednesday 21st May\, 2025 \nVenue: Melbourne Convention Centre\nView Registration Form >
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/annual-ndis-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250521T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250521T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250519T025320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T025320Z
UID:2384-1747819800-1747834200@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN CHILD AND FAMILY WELFARE - Effective Leadership Skills\, online workshop
DESCRIPTION:Effective Leadership Skills \nDesigned for staff who have leadership responsibilities of teams in the Community Services sector\, or who wish to build their leadership capability\, this workshop aims to provide participants with the skills and tools to lead effectively and successfully.\nOnline\, Wednesday 21 May\, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm. $260 incl. GST
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/centre-for-excellence-in-child-and-family-welfare-effective-leadership-skills-online-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250526T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250526T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250114T234814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T234814Z
UID:2048-1748251800-1748277000@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:Safe & Together Model CORE Training - 4 day training event
DESCRIPTION:More Information/Registration:\nhttps://events.humanitix.com/safe-and-together-model-core-4-day-face-to-face-training-wangaratta-may-2025\nLocation: Wangaratta Library – 21 Docker Street\, Wangaratta\nTraining Dates: Mon 26th\, Thu 29th of May\, Mon 2nd and Thu 5th of June 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM.\nQuestions: fvcst@umfc.com.au \nBy focusing on four key skills: assessment\, interviewing\, documentation and case planning our experiential training provides the foundation for domestic\nviolence-informed practice. \nCORE Training explores the importance of:\n● Identifying the impact of domestic violence on children and family functioning.\n● Fact-based assessment of the perpetrators’ behavior patterns.\n● Partnering with adult survivors of domestic violence.\n● Intervening with perpetrators.\n● How domestic violence intersects with other issues like substance abuse and mental health. \nParticipants of the CORE Training will:\n● Learn to use practice tools\, such as Mapping Perpetrators’ Patterns and Multiple Pathways to Harm that can be implemented right away to improve assessment of risk\, impact on children\, survivor protective efforts and essential case decisions\n● Practice interviewing perpetrators\, survivors and children through modeling\, role play and videos\n● Improve their domestic violence-informed documentation through individual and group exercises\n● Discuss their own current or past cases and explore how the Safe & Together Model could be implemented
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/safe-together-model-core-training-4-day-training-event-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250527T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250225T223046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T223046Z
UID:2217-1748343600-1748349000@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:Blue Knot - Wellbeing and Emotional Awareness when working with Complex Trauma Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This one and a half hour webinar provides information about wellbeing and self-care when working with clients who have Complex Trauma.\nDelivered Via Zoom\n\n\nLearn more\nRegister
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/blue-knot-wellbeing-and-emotional-awareness-when-working-with-complex-trauma-webinar-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250519T030056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T030056Z
UID:2391-1748424600-1748435400@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN CHILD AND FAMILY WELFARE - Effective Supervision Training\, Online
DESCRIPTION:Effective Supervision Training \nDesigned for staff who have supervisory responsibilities of teams in the Community Services sector\, this workshop aims to provide participants with the skills and tools to run constructive supervision sessions. It focuses on a practice perspective that embeds evidence-informed practices into a non-clinical supervision model.\nOnline\, Wednesday 28 May\, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. $260 incl. GST \nREGISTER \n 
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/centre-for-excellence-in-child-and-family-welfare-effective-supervision-training-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250519T025723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T025723Z
UID:2386-1748424600-1748439000@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN CHILD AND FAMILY WELFARE - Best Interest Case Practice Model Training\, Online 2 day training
DESCRIPTION:Best Interest Case Practice Model Training – BICPM \nThis two-day training is dedicated to fostering favourable outcomes for children and their families\, through bolstering professional proficiency in family services\, child protection\, and placement and support services.\nOnline\, Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 May\, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm. $450 incl. GST
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/centre-for-excellence-in-child-and-family-welfare-best-interest-case-practice-model-training-online-2-day-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20241119T234204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T234204Z
UID:2013-1748424600-1748451600@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:Three Phased Approach: Safety and Stabilisation - Online
DESCRIPTION:This interactive training presents best principles for working with complex trauma clients\, drawing on current research in trauma theory and therapy\, attachment\, affective neuroscience and interpersonal neurobiology. It explores the importance of a phased approach for complex trauma clients with a primary focus on Phase 1 Safety and Stabilisation.\n\n\n\n\n$350.00 incl. GST AUD\nGroup Booking (3 or more people) Per Person Rate $330.00 incl. GST AUD\nBlue Knot Professional Member Discount $310.00 incl. GST AUD\n\n\n\nLearn more\nRegister
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/three-phased-approach-safety-and-stabilisation-online-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250529T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250529T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250519T025853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T025853Z
UID:2389-1748511000-1748525400@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN CHILD AND FAMILY WELFARE - Best Interest Case Practice Model Training\, Online two-day training
DESCRIPTION:Best Interest Case Practice Model Training – BICPM \nThis two-day training is dedicated to fostering favourable outcomes for children and their families\, through bolstering professional proficiency in family services\, child protection\, and placement and support services.\nOnline\, Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 May\, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm. $450 incl. GST
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/centre-for-excellence-in-child-and-family-welfare-best-interest-case-practice-model-training-online-two-day-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250529T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250529T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T154854
CREATED:20250519T030636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T030636Z
UID:2395-1748512800-1748530800@omcfsalliance.com.au
SUMMARY:CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN CHILD AND FAMILY WELFARE - Navigating the NDIS
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the NDIS \nThis interactive workshop is designed to deliver practical\, pragmatic training for child and family sector staff who work with clients on the NDIS. The training is four-hours in total\, split into two\, two-hour sessions. The sessions are listed separately so that you can choose to attend both in one day\, or split them across two different days.\nOnline\, Thursday 29 May\, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm.\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://omcfsalliance.com.au/training-and-practice/centre-for-excellence-in-child-and-family-welfare-navigating-the-ndis/
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