The first session in a series of 4, this workshop for foster carers reviews core elements of trauma informed practice and then delves into what this means for providing trauma informed care.
Time: 10.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Date: Thursday 7 May
Location: Online (Zoom)
Presented by: Marina Dickson
This session builds on the Emotion Coaching steps provided by Joanie Bartolo in Part 1 (on 31 March 2026) and then moves on to explore anger – what is underneath and how to respond and support children and young people.
This is the second part of a 2-part seminar series. You need to have attended session 1 to attend this session.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Joanie Bartolo – Emotion Wise
Date: Thursday 23 April
Time: 10.00am – 12.30 pm
As the content of this training is highly sensitive (including discussion of trauma), and we want to make it a safe space for all, we ask that:
· Your camera is on during the whole session
· You are not driving during the session
· You don’t have children nearby who can hear the content or hear you if you are sharing
Presented by Christina Keeble, this webinar provides carers with a well-rounded introduction to the Autistic profile of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), also known as Persistent Drive for Autonomy, along with related strategies.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Christina Keeble
Date: Tuesday 21 April
Time: 10.00 AM – 1.00 PM
This session, presented by Joanie Bartolo from Emotion Wise, explores emotional intelligence and offers support for carers. The presentation has been tailored to the Out of Home Care community (inclusive of all carers) and focuses on the emotional connection between carers and children.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Joanie Bartolo – Emotion Wise
Date: Tuesday 31 March
Time: 10.00am – 12.30 pm
As the content of this training is highly sensitive (including discussion of trauma), and we want to make it a safe space for all, we ask that:
· Your camera is on during the whole session
· You are not driving during the session
· You don’t have children nearby who can hear the content or hear you if you are sharing
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.
Time: 9.30am-3.30pm
Date: Friday 27 & Saturday 28 March 2026
Location: Online
Presented by: VACCA
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
Join Minus 18 for an informative 3-hour workshop which will provide tools for carers to become more aware, confident and knowledgeable in responding to the needs of LGBTQIA+ young people in your care.
Facilitator: Minus 18, Champions for LGBTQIA+ youth
Date: Tuesday 10 March 2026
Time: 10.00 AM – 1.00 PM
Important Information:
Please enter the Zoom call at least 5 minutes early, where possible, as the session will begin promptly at the start time.
Each participant should dial in separately from their own devices like laptops or phones (even if in a shared room watching on a projector/screen) as the session includes interactive elements such as online chat, polls and Q&A features. Participant cameras and mics will not be engaged.
Users do not necessarily need Zoom software to join the session and can access the session in-browser:
1. The link will first attempt to open Zoom if the user has this on their computer (optimal experience).
2. If not, an option Join from your Browser will appear on the screen: "Having Issues with Zoom Client? Join from your browser".
3. Enter your Name and Email to access the session.
4. The session can also be joined from mobile devices.
An online session supporting carers to nurture Aboriginal children’s cultural identity. Presented by Yolanda Finette, this workshop shares practical, culturally grounded ways to bring Cultural Support Plans to life.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Yolanda Finette
Date: Tuesday 3 March
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
An interactive workshop helping carers strengthen children’s positive cultural identity. Led by Janet Irvine, we will explore culture’s influence, build connections, and address impacts of racism.
Training Details-
Facilitator: Janet Irvine
Date: Tuesday 24 February
Time: 10.00 AM – 1.00 PM