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May 2017
Tree of Life: an approach to working with vulnerable children, young people and adults
This narrative therapy approach enables people to talk about their lives in ways that do not re-traumatise them, but instead, strengthens their connection with their history, culture, and the significant people in their lives. It involves encouraging people to draw their own Tree of Life, where they get to talk about of their roots (where they come from), their skills and knowledge, their hopes and dreams, and the special people in their lives. Participants then join their trees into a…
Find out more »Doing Shame Without Shaming: Responding to Affect in Men’s Violence Workshop
This workshop will highlight and illustrate ways of responding to men’s affective reactions when addressing family violence. Violence is often mediated through reactive affects which can be overlooked in cognitive interventions and psycho-educational programs. The workshop will focus on the importance of understanding and responding to the parasympathetic affects of shame, disgust and contempt which are central in the mediation of violence and abusive behaviour. When these affects are misunderstood they tend to produce reactive behaviour for the men we…
Find out more »National Volunteer Week 2017
National Volunteer Week, 8–14 May 2017 National Volunteer Week (NVW) is an annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nation’s volunteers. From 8–14 May 2017 thousands of events across the country will be held to say thank you to the 6 million Australians who volunteer including breakfasts, morning/afternoon teas, and luncheons as well as open days, award ceremonies, picnics, forums and training sessions. For more info visit: https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/nvw/
Find out more »Essential Skills for Effective Workers – Coffs Harbour, NSW
This one day workshop will introduce the participants to a range of essential skills that are vital for working effectively in a helping role. The training will be full of simple tips, ideas and strategies for helping workers provide the best possible service to their clients while enhancing their own well-being. The workshop is seen as being useful for those who are new to a helping role as well as honing the skills of more experienced workers. The workshop will…
Find out more »Introduction to iPads (Cofacilitated with Monash Library services) – PRONIA
PRONIA (former Australian Greek Welfare Society) presents the following sessions for seniors at the Clayton Community Centre Youth & Family Services, 9-15 Cooke Street, Clayton. Limited spots available. Booking essential by contacting PRONIA on 93889998 and RSVP. For further information on the sessions, please talk to Adonis Maglis Community Education Officer.
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