Strengthening Cultural Connections (Replacing Nikara’s Journey)
Online ZoomPresented by VACCA. A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
Presented by VACCA. A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
Join Services Australia for an informative session on the Grandparents Foster and Kinship Advisor Program, eligible claims, how to make them, and where to get trusted advice and support.
Date: Tuesday 10 February
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am
This webinar by Lorren Arezio, LCP, introduces the concept of 'Blocked Trust' and examines its impact on relationships and emotional development and provides strategies to respond.
Training Details:
Facilitator: Lorren Arezio
Date: Saturday 21 February 2026
Time: 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Session by NOFASD, which focuses in-depth on supporting individuals living with FASD who display challenging behaviours, and on difficulties that may arise during adolescence.
Training Details
Facilitator: NOFASD Australia
Date: Saturday, 28 February 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
This webinar compares relational and behavioural caregiving, highlighting how DDP and PACE can meet the needs of children with early trauma. It offers insights into building trust, setting boundaries, and creating safety in caregiving relationships.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Lorren Arezio
Date: Saturday 21 March 2026
Time: 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
A 4-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.
Time: 6PM - 9PM (may finish early)
Date: Wednesday 17, Thursday 18, Wednesday 24, and Thursday 25 June 2026
Location: Online
Presented by: VACCA
This longer online session covers in more depth how DDP PACE supports connection with children in care, especially during challenging moments. This session offers practical ways to apply PACE, understand its benefits, and overcome barriers to staying emotionally present and connected.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Lorren Arezio
Date: Saturday 9 May 2026
Time: 10.00 AM – 3.30 PM
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Carer Kafe
Session with an in-depth focus on strategies for carers to support students with FASD in the school environment– and to work effectively with educators to promote learning, inclusion, and wellbeing. Presented by NOFASD.
Training Details-
Facilitator: NOFASD Australia
Date: Saturday, 30 May 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
A 4-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.
Time: 6PM - 9PM (may finish early)
Date: Wednesday 17, Thursday 18, Wednesday 24, and Thursday 25 June 2026
Location: Online
Presented by: VACCA
Join Services Australia for an informative session on the Grandparents Foster and Kinship Advisor Program, eligible claims, how to make them, and where to get trusted advice and support.
Date: Saturday 20 June
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am