Led by Maria Ruberto, registered psychologist and founder of Salutgenics, this webinar will explore evidence-based frameworks and strategies to support carers when building their capacity, resilience and sustainability.
Date: Wednesday 05 August
Time: 10.00am – 11.00am
Location: Online (Zoom)
Facilitator: Maria Ruberto (Salutegenics)
An online session designed to support carers to strengthen their confidence, knowledge, and practical skills in nurturing the cultural identity, belonging, and wellbeing of Aboriginal children in their care.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Yolanda Finette
Date: Thursday 20 August
Time: 6.30 PM – 8.30 PM
Location: Online (Zoom)
A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Presented by VACCA. Strengthening Cultural Connections reflects a wide range of topics and information that non-Aboriginal carers need when caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
Click here to view the Participant's Workbook
It would be great if you could familiarise yourself with the participants workbook before attending the training. There is no need to read the entire workbook or print it, as it will be referred to throughout the session.
Time: 9.30am-3.30pm
Date: Friday 4 & Saturday 5 September 2026
Location: Online
Presented by: VACCA
This session will focus on de-escalation as a first response, as well as strategies and responses that support safety for the carer and the child or young person. It will also include planning regarding how to repair the relationship after rifts stemming from aggression or violence.
Details;
Date: Saturday 19 September
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm (3 hours)
Location: Online (Zoom)
Presented by: Marina Dickson
A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Presented by VACCA. Strengthening Cultural Connections reflects a wide range of topics and information that non-Aboriginal carers need when caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
Click here to view the Participant's Workbook
It would be great if you could familiarise yourself with the participants workbook before attending the training. There is no need to read the entire workbook or print it, as it will be referred to throughout the session.
Time: 6.00pm - 9.00pm
Date: 6 and 7 October
Location: Online
Presented by: VACCA
A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Presented by VACCA. Strengthening Cultural Connections reflects a wide range of topics and information that non-Aboriginal carers need when caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
Click here to view the Participant's Workbook
It would be great if you could familiarise yourself with the participants workbook before attending the training. There is no need to read the entire workbook or print it, as it will be referred to throughout the session.
Time: 9.30am-3.30pm
Date: Friday 23 & Saturday 24 October 2026
Location: Online
Presented by: VACCA
An online session designed to support carers to strengthen their confidence, knowledge, and practical skills in nurturing the cultural identity, belonging, and wellbeing of Aboriginal children in their care.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Yolanda Finette
Date: Saturday 24 October
Time: 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Location: Online (Zoom)
A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Presented by VACCA. Strengthening Cultural Connections reflects a wide range of topics and information that non-Aboriginal carers need when caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
Click here to view the Participant's Workbook
It would be great if you could familiarise yourself with the participants workbook before attending the training. There is no need to read the entire workbook or print it, as it will be referred to throughout the session.
Time: 9.30am-3.30pm
Date: Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 December 2026
Location: Online
Presented by: VACCA
An online session designed to support carers to strengthen their confidence, knowledge, and practical skills in nurturing the cultural identity, belonging, and wellbeing of Aboriginal children in their care.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Yolanda Finette
Date: Tuesday 01 December
Time: 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Location: Online