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SUMMARY:Beyond burnout: Tools to navigate vicarious trauma and carer fatigue
DESCRIPTION:Time: 10.30 AM – 1.00 PM \nDate: Thursday 23 October \nLocation: Online (Zoom) \nPresented by: Megan Corcoran – Wagtail Institute \nBeyond burnout: Tools to navigate vicarious trauma and carer fatigue \nThis session will: \n\nExplore the impact of caring for others over time\, especially in the context of trauma\nBuild awareness of early warning signs\, personal stress\, and the difference between healthy empathy and feeling overwhelmed\nDemonstrate practical\, body-based strategies to support recovery\, regulation\, and long-term wellbeing\nConnect with other carers in honest\, real-time conversations that affirm shared experience and collective wisdom\n\nThis session will be interactive\, allowing carers to practice the strategies and engage with other carers. Q & A will be embedded throughout the session. \nThis session is presented by Megan Corcoran\, Director of the Wagtail Institute and trauma-informed wellbeing consultant. Megan is an experienced teacher\, leader\, university lecturer and workshop facilitator. Megan has successfully presented this content for Carer Kafe in previous retreats and workshops where carers have reported improved confidence in applying self-care strategies\, managing stress\, and a greater sense of connection with peers. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/beyond-burnout-tools-to-navigate-vicarious-trauma-and-carer-fatigue-23-october/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251016T113000
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SUMMARY:Playing it safe: Supporting healthy gaming for kids in care
DESCRIPTION:Time: 10.00 AM – 11.30 AM \nDate: Thursday 16 October \nLocation: Online (Zoom) \nPresented by: Evolve Education \nThis workshop has been designed to help carers support the gamer in their life\, including children and young people (up to 18 years of age) who are neurodivergent or have a trauma background. \nCarers will leave with practical tools to: \n\nUnderstand the emotional and developmental needs driving gaming behaviour\nRespond in ways that reduce conflict while increasing safety\nSet healthy\, respectful boundaries even in high-emotion moments\nSupport digital connection while minimising digital harm\nEngage in open conversations about games\, privacy\, and peer influence\nTailor their approach to children with trauma histories or who are neurodivergent\n\nEvolve’s trainers are trusted eSafety providers with a high level of industry experience and a Bachelor of Education background. They have a background of working in and with schools and acknowledge the unique challenges families currently face in the digital space. They have been providing digital safety and wellbeing programs to Carer Kafe for over 3 years. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/playing-it-safe-supporting-healthy-gaming-for-kids-in-care-16-october/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20250903T035802Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
DESCRIPTION:Time: 11.00 AM – 2.00 PM \nDate: Saturday 20 September \nLocation: Online (Zoom) \nPresented by: NOFASD – National Organisation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders \nIntroduction to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) \nAre you caring for a child who is\, or you suspect is\, affected by FASD? \nChildren with FASD have complex needs and require FASD-informed support in order to learn\, communicate and thrive. \nThe National Organisation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (NOFASD) Australia is the oldest established FASD organisation in Australia. Founded and led by parents and carers for more than 20 years. NOFASD has been delivering workshops to community organisations for nearly 10 years. Feedback is consistently positive\, with over 95% of participants who completed this workshop stating that they would recommend it. \nThis workshop will support carers’ knowledge of: \n\nDescription of FASD and its types\nMyths about FASD\nEffects of FASD on the individual\nChallenges for individuals living with FASD\nResponding to individuals living with FASD\nBasic strategies for support and learning\n\nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/introduction-to-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-fasd-20-september/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T203000
DTSTAMP:20250903T233741Z
CREATED:20250728T050911Z
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SUMMARY:Services Australia – Grandparents Foster and Kinship Adviser Program
DESCRIPTION:Time: 7.00pm – 8.30pm \nDate: Tuesday 9 September \nLocation: Zoom online \nJoin us for this session from Services Australia that will: \n\nIntroduce you to the Grandparents Foster and Kinship Advisor Program\nGive you valuable insight into what claims you can make and how to make them\nProvide you with information on who to contact for advice and assistance\nAnswer your general questions\n\nSpecialist information will be provided by Sandra – Grandparent\, Foster and Kinship Care Advisor. Sandra has been an active and registered foster carer for the past 34 years and loves this role and the opportunity to help her fellow carers. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/services-australia-grandparents-foster-and-kinship-adviser-program/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20250903T233634Z
CREATED:20250723T014112Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting with teens
DESCRIPTION:Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm \nDate: Saturday 6 September \nLocation: Zoom online \nThis webinar will support carers to become more confident in: \n\nUnderstanding the changes that happen during adolescence\, and how these can impact behaviour\, relationships\, and feelings;\nIncrease connection and influence;\nConfidently hold loving boundaries; and\nConfidently respond when boundaries are broken.\n\nThis webinar is presented by Karen Young\, who began her career as a psychologist in private practice and is now recognised as a leading authority on child and adolescent anxiety. Karen created Hey Sigmund\, an internationally popular online resource\, is the author of 5 books\, has appeared on television and radio\, and has proven popular in presenting previous Carer Kafe webinars \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/connecting-with-your-teen/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250830T120000
DTSTAMP:20250903T040122Z
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SUMMARY:Big Feelings\, Behaviour and Regulation
DESCRIPTION:Time: 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM \nDate: Saturday 30 August \nLocation: Online (Zoom) \nPresented by: Karen Young \nBig Feelings\, Behaviour and Regulation \nBy participating in this webinar\, carers will: \n\ngain a deeper understanding of the origins of dysregulation\, big feelings\, and challenging behaviour;\nfeel more equipped to respond to dysregulation in a way that preserves relationship and influence\, and hold strong loving boundaries;\nproactively support young people and implement practices that minimise the incidents of challenging behaviour;\nlearn how to respond to challenging behaviour and violence from young people.\n\nThis webinar is presented by Karen Young\, who began her career as a psychologist in private practice and is now recognised as a leading authority on child and adolescent anxiety. Karen created Hey Sigmund\, an internationally popular online resource\, is the author of 5 books\, has appeared on television and radio\, and has proven popular in presenting previous Carer Kafe webinars \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/big-feelings-behaviour-and-regulation-30-august/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250624T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250624T210000
DTSTAMP:20250318T224903Z
CREATED:20250318T224903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T224903Z
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SUMMARY:Brain to Brain: The Neuroscience of Calm\, Connection\, and Regulation
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday 24 June \nTime: 7.00pm – 9.00pm \nLocation: Zoom online \nThis webinar will help you to support your children and young people through their challenging behaviour and dysregulation. \nBy participating in this webinar\, you will be more able to understand the origins of feelings and behaviour\, support young people through challenging behaviour\, and understand your own state and the impact of this on the young people in your care. \nThis webinar is presented by Karen Young\, who began her career as a psychologist in private practice and is now recognised as a leading authority on child and adolescent anxiety. Karen created Hey Sigmund\, an internationally popular online resource\, is the author of 5 books\, has appeared on television and radio\, and has proven popular in presenting previous Carer Kafe webinars \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/brain-to-brain-the-neuroscience-of-calm-connection-and-regulation/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250620T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250621T153000
DTSTAMP:20250522T030255Z
CREATED:20250507T045527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T030255Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Cultural Connections (Replacing Nikara's Journey) 20 and 21 June 2025
DESCRIPTION:Time: 9.30 AM – 3.30 PM (may finish early) \nDate: 20 and 21 June \nLocation: Online \nPresented by: VACCA \nStrengthening Cultural Connections (Replacing Nikara’s Journey) \nCARING FOR ABORIGINAL OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CHILDREN \nStrengthening Cultural Connections reflects a wide range of topics and information that non-Aboriginal carers need at an introductory level when caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. \nThere are four modules of learning: \nModule 1: Understanding Culture\nLearning objectives \n\nParticipants will be able to define what culture is\nParticipants will develop and explore their own culture\nParticipants will be able to explain the concepts of cultural disconnection and how it affects individuals and communities\n\nModule 2: History of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People\nLearning objectives \n\nParticipants will explore key elements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people before colonisation\nParticipants will develop an understanding of the timeline and key events of colonisation\nParticipants will explore the immediate impacts of colonisation\nParticipants will identify important government policies and legislation\n\nModule 3: It’s not all in the past- contemporary issues for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people\nLearning objectives \n\nLearners will develop a deeper understanding of the foundations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and knowledge systems\nLearners will develop an understanding of the long-term and ongoing impact of past experiences\, policies and legislation on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families today.\nLearners will begin to identify practical ways of promoting cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people\nLearners will be empowered to engage in and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander events and activities as allies\n\nModule 4: Advocacy and your role as a carer\nLearning Objectives \n\nLearners will develop an understanding of the Child Protection system to empower them when advocating for the cultural needs of children and young people in their care.\nLearners will understand microaggressions\, privilege and discrimination and identify ways to advocate for children and young people who may experience discrimination
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/strengthening-cultural-connections-nikaras-journey-20-and-21-june-2025/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250619T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250619T113000
DTSTAMP:20250508T015758Z
CREATED:20250506T235953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T015758Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting the child in care with their grief and loss
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 19 June \nTime: 10.00am – 11.30am \nLocation: Zoom online \nThe goal of this webinar is to equip kinship\, foster and permanent carers with the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence to support children and young people in their care who navigate complex feelings of grief and loss. This includes understanding the child or young person’s unique experiences of loss\, fostering emotional security\, and providing strategies to help them process and cope with their emotions in a healthy way. \nAs with all other Carer Kafe training\, we ask that you have your camera on to fully participate in the session\, and that you reach out to Carer Kafe and/or Griefline at any time after\, if the session triggers strong emotions or memories in you. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/supporting-the-child-in-care-with-their-grief-and-loss/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250605T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250605T133000
DTSTAMP:20250414T021500Z
CREATED:20250414T021500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T021500Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the NDIS – for carers
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 05 June\nTime: 10.30 am – 1.30 pm\nLocation: Zoom online \nThis workshop will help you to better understand the NDIS and maximise your success in securing and managing funding for the child/ren in your care. \nOne of the highlights of this workshop is gaining inside information about how decisions are made in the NDIS. You’ll gain insights into how disability is defined\, understand the evidence that influences decisions\, and learn the best language to use for optimal outcomes. We’ll even provide you with templates and tools to gather information and effectively communicate the needs of your child/ren to NDIS decision makers. \nThese workshops have been presented to over 2\,500 people since 2018. They have all been co-delivered by Mark Ryan from the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare\, together with a member of the education team at the Association for Children with a Disability. The presenters bring many years of lived experience as carers of young people with disability\, and as advocates in the disability arena \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/understanding-the-ndis-for-carers/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250523T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250524T153000
DTSTAMP:20250519T031419Z
CREATED:20250113T052322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T031419Z
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SUMMARY:Nikara's Journey 23 and 24 May 2025
DESCRIPTION:Nikara’s Journey \nCARING FOR ABORIGINAL OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CHILDREN \nFollow the story of Nikara and her non-Aboriginal foster parents as they learn how to provide the right support\, respect her identity\, and keep her safe and connected to her family\, culture\, and community. \nThis program provides both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Carers with the knowledge to care for and support Aboriginal children. Priority for this training will go to carers with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children or young people in their care. \nFriday 23 and Saturday 24 May \n9.30 AM – 3.30 PM (may finish early) \nLocation: Online \nPresented by: VACCA
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/nikaras-journey-23-and-24-may-2025/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250522T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250522T130000
DTSTAMP:20250318T224245Z
CREATED:20250318T224245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T224245Z
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SUMMARY:Building Bridges: Caring for Neurodivergent and Traumatised Children
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 22 May \nTime: 10.00am -1.00pm \nLocation: Zoom online \nAs a result of participating in this webinar\, you will feel more confident in identifying the behavioural\, relational\, and learning needs of neurodivergent and truamatised children in your care\, as well as building relationships and environments that support trust\, safety\, and growth for them. \nThis webinar is presented by Karen Young\, who began her career as a psychologist in private practice and is now recognised as a leading authority on child and adolescent anxiety. Karen created Hey Sigmund\, an internationally popular online resource\, is the author of 5 books\, has appeared on television and radio\, and has proven popular in presenting previous Carer Kafe webinars \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/building-bridges-caring-for-neurodivergent-and-traumatised-children/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250411T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250412T153000
DTSTAMP:20250303T235841Z
CREATED:20241210T063836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T235841Z
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SUMMARY:Nikara's Journey 11 and 12 April 2025
DESCRIPTION:Nikara’s Journey \nCARING FOR ABORIGINAL OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CHILDREN \nFollow the story of Nikara and her non-Aboriginal foster parents as they learn how to provide the right support\, respect her identity\, and keep her safe and connected to her family\, culture\, and community. \nThis program provides both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Carers with the knowledge to care for and support Aboriginal children. Priority for this training will go to carers with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children or young people in their care. \nFriday 11 and Saturday 12 April \n9.30 AM – 3.30 PM (may finish early) \nLocation: Online \nPresented by: VACCA \nIf you are unable to attend any of these currently scheduled Nikara’s Journey sessions\, please join our waitlist by filling out the form below. We will inform you when new sessions are available. 
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/nikaras-journey-11-and-12-april-2025/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250407T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250407T120000
DTSTAMP:20250305T050046Z
CREATED:20250226T061458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T050046Z
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SUMMARY:I never thought I’d be a carer
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday 7 April \nTime: 10.30am – 12pm \nLocation: Online via Zoom \nCaring for a child can be joyful and rewarding\, however\, carers can also face challenges\, grief\, and loss in this crucial role. Join Griefline for a conversation with a lived experience Kinship Carer\, touching on topics including grief\, social and identity shifts\, and support. \nThis webinar aims to empower carers with knowledge\, tools\, and strategies to better understand and navigate these experiences. \nAs with all other Carer Kafe training\, we encourage you to have your camera on to fully participate in the session\, and that you reach out to Carer Kafe and/or visit griefline.org.au if the session triggers strong emotions or memories in you. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/i-never-thought-id-be-a-carer/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250405T123000
DTSTAMP:20250122T011644Z
CREATED:20250113T053414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T011644Z
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SUMMARY:Practical Strategies in sharing cultural perspectives of young people in care
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday 5 April \nTime: 10am – 12.30pm \nLocation: Zoom online \nLearn practical strategies and gain confidence in supporting your Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander child or young person with connection to culture\, community and country. \nJoin AJ Williams-Tchen and other carers to share ideas\, learn and be connected\, with an overall focus of caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people and developing deeper understandings of their cultures. \nAJ Williams-Tchen is a proud Wiradjuri / Wotjobulak Social Worker\, Nurse & Youth Worker\, Director of Girraway Ganyi Consultancy\, nominee for Australian of the Year Victoria 2024 and winner of the Social Worker of the Year 2023 (Allied Health Awards). \nThis session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/practical-strategies-in-sharing-cultural-perspectives-of-young-people-in-care/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250402T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250402T120000
DTSTAMP:20250303T233611Z
CREATED:20250113T053048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T233611Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting young lives: Trauma-informed and positive approaches
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 2 April \n10am – 12pm \nZoom online \nJoin Megan Corcoran for a 2-hour webinar where you will learn: \n\nThe importance of using trauma-informed approaches to support the wellbeing of children and young people\, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.\nEvidence-based strategies for fostering autonomy and creating a secure base\, empowering children to thrive.\nPractical positive psychology interventions that can be seamlessly integrated into daily and weekly routines to enhance mental wellbeing.\nA comprehensive model of wellbeing\, building both understanding and capacity for supporting the mental health of children and young people in care.\n\nThis session is presented by Megan Corcoran\, Director of the Wagtail Institute and trauma-informed wellbeing consultant. Megan is an experienced teacher\, leader\, university lecturer and workshop facilitator. Feedback from Megan’s previous sessions have been overwhelmingly positive\, with carers reporting increased confidence in using the above strategies\, noting a significant boost in both personal resilience and their ability to nurture their child(ren)’s mental health. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/supporting-young-lives-trauma-informed-and-positive-approaches/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250318T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250318T210000
DTSTAMP:20250211T003926Z
CREATED:20241029T231425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T003926Z
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SUMMARY:Online Safety and Wellbeing for Children in Care (0-18 Years)
DESCRIPTION:This session will include exploring the emerging risks of AI\, including exploitation and deepfakes\, equipping carers with the skills to: \n\nmodel safe and healthy practices in the home\nparticipate and encourage help-seeking\ncommunicate openly about online risks and rewards\nsupervise and support\n\nThese outcomes will empower carers to take proactive steps in protecting children and young people and promoting a positive\, healthy approach to digital wellbeing. \nThe presenters Steve Villani and Rebecca Martin from Evolve Education (the IVET Group) are passionate about ensuring children and young people have safe online experiences and develop positive relationships with technology. They both have a background of working in and with schools and acknowledges the unique challenges families currently face in the digital space. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/online-safety-and-wellbeing-for-children-in-care-0-18-years/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T123000
DTSTAMP:20250211T003920Z
CREATED:20250113T051915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T003920Z
UID:10000026-1741860000-1741869000@www.carerkafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence and the importance of emotion coaching kids in care – Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 13 March \nTime: 10 am – 12.30 pm \nOnline \nThis session builds on the Emotion Coaching steps provided by Joanie Bartolo in session 1 (see 20 February) and then moves on to explore anger – what is underneath and how to respond and support children and young people. \nCarers will need to have registered and participated in session 1 if they wish to join this session. \nJoanie Bartolo is the Principal Consultant at Emotion Wise. She is a qualified social worker and an accredited Tuning in to Kids®  and Tuning in to Teens® practitioner. Joanie has worked with children and families for 25 years and has been a consultant for over 10 years. She has a particular passion for working with children who have experienced trauma and believes in fostering the relationship between children and their families.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/emotional-intelligence-and-the-importance-of-emotion-coaching-kids-in-care-part-2/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T113000
DTSTAMP:20250304T024817Z
CREATED:20250121T231214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T024817Z
UID:10000032-1741687200-1741692600@www.carerkafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Identifying and responding to Child Sexual Exploitation
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday 11 March \nTime: 10:00am – 11:30am \nZoom online \nJoin Clare from the Department of Families\, Fairness and Housing as she supports you\, as a carer\, to understand how to identify and respond to Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). \nAs a result of participating in this training\, you will have an increased understanding of: \n\nHow grooming / child sexual exploitation can infiltrate children’s spaces\nEarly risk indicators\nPrevention strategies\nYour role in supporting children at risk of child sexual exploitation\nWhere to find support\n\nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/identifying-and-responding-to-child-sexual-exploitation/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T123000
DTSTAMP:20250303T233708Z
CREATED:20250113T042632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T233708Z
UID:10000017-1741255200-1741264200@www.carerkafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Caring for the Carer: A Wellbeing Toolkit for Carers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 6 March \n10am – 12.30pm \nZoom online \nJoin Megan Corcoran for a 2.5-hour webinar that will focus on the importance of your self-care. In this session\, carers will learn: \n\nStrategies to nurture your compassion and prevent fatigue\nPositive psychology interventions that you can embed into your day to enhance wellbeing\nStrategies to support yourself during stressful days and challenging moments\nThe benefits of peer support with the opportunity to connect with other carers during the session\n\nThis session is presented by Megan Corcoran\, Director of the Wagtail Institute and trauma-informed wellbeing consultant. Megan is an experienced teacher\, leader\, university lecturer and workshop facilitator. Megan has successfully presented this content for Carer Kafe in previous retreats and workshops where carers have reported improved confidence in applying self-care strategies\, managing stress\, and a greater sense of connection with peers. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/caring-for-the-carer-a-wellbeing-toolkit-for-carers/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T210000
DTSTAMP:20250211T003534Z
CREATED:20250113T045051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T003534Z
UID:10000021-1740510000-1740517200@www.carerkafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Caring for young people who self-harm
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday 25 February \nTime: 7.00pm – 9.00 pm \nLocation: Online via zoom \nIn this 2-hour workshop\, Garry King will address the topic of “Self-Harm – Non-Suicidal Self-Injury”. \nGarry will explore what self-harm is\, why it happens\, and what you as a carer can do. \nThe workshop\, like the one presented by Garry last year\, will include: \n\nwho is most at risk\nspecific strategies to reduce and prevent self-harm\nprotective factors\nrisk factors\nwhat to say\, what to do\, who to link with and when\nwhat to look for / signs of self-harm\n\nThe Presenter Garry King has extensive experience working with young people\, as a teacher\, youth worker and counsellor. This experience is complimented by degrees in welfare\, education\, counselling and suicidology. His most recent book\, authored with Mary Margaret Kerr\, is “School Crisis Prevention & Intervention.” \nChildren and young people should not be present during this presentation nor have access to the notes. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/caring-for-young-people-who-self-harm/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250221T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250222T153000
DTSTAMP:20250211T003616Z
CREATED:20241205T225655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T003616Z
UID:10000007-1740130200-1740238200@www.carerkafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Nikara's Journey 21 and 22 Feb 2025
DESCRIPTION:Nikara’s Journey \nCARING FOR ABORIGINAL OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CHILDREN \nFollow the story of Nikara and her non-Aboriginal foster parents as they learn how to provide the right support\, respect her identity\, and keep her safe and connected to her family\, culture\, and community. \nThis program provides both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Carers with the knowledge to care for and support Aboriginal children. Priority for this training will go to carers with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children or young people in their care. \nFriday 21 and Saturday 22 February \n9.30 AM – 3.30 PM (may finish early) \nLocation: Online \nPresented by: VACCA \nIf you are unable to attend any of these currently scheduled Nikara’s Journey sessions\, please join our waitlist by filling out the form below. We will inform you when new sessions are available. 
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/nikaras-journey-21-and-22-feb-2025/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250220T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250220T123000
DTSTAMP:20250211T003103Z
CREATED:20250113T044743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T003103Z
UID:10000020-1740045600-1740054600@www.carerkafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Emotional Intelligence and the importance of emotion coaching kids in care – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 20 February \n10 am – 12.30 pm \nOnline \nThis session\, presented by Joanie Bartolo from Emotion Wise\, explores emotional intelligence and offers support for carers by providing a brief introduction of kids in care\, trauma and the key principles from Tuning in to Kids®\, a parenting program that aims to provide helpful ways of responding to young people’s emotions\, and help children learn important skills of emotional intelligence. 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. \nIt is useful for carers of children and young people of all ages and offers: \n– A brief introduction to the key principles from Tuning in to Kids® and Tuning in to Teens® \n– a focus on the emotional connection between carers and children \n– skills in emotion coaching including recognising\, understanding and responding to children’s emotions in an accepting\, supportive way \nJoanie Bartolo is the Principal Consultant at Emotion Wise. She is a qualified social worker and an accredited Tuning in to Kids® and Tuning in to Teens® practitioner. Joanie has worked with children and families for 25 years and has been a consultant for over 10 years. She has a particular passion for working with children who have experienced trauma and believes in fostering the relationship between children and their families. \nThis is session 1 of a 2-part series. You may do session 1 on its own (Thursday 20 February) or choose to register for session 2 as well (Thursday 13 March). Please note that you must do session 1 in order to continue with session 2.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/emotional-intelligence-and-the-importance-of-emotion-coaching-kids-in-care-part-1/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T113000
DTSTAMP:20250211T011409Z
CREATED:20250113T043830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T011409Z
UID:10000019-1739354400-1739359800@www.carerkafe.org.au
SUMMARY:Fostering resilience in children and young people in care
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 12 February \n10.00am – 11.30am \nZoom online \nJoin Michael Place for a 90-minute session designed to support carers in identifying and building resilience traits in children and young people. \nAs a result of participating in this training\, you will \n\nBe able to identify and promote resilience traits in young people\nHelp young people become the best versions of themselves\nFeel better prepared for your caring responsibilities.\n\nAfter spending time in foster care himself\, Michael dedicated his research to uncover what created positive outcomes for young people during and after care. Fostering resilience is a combination of his personal story and his professional findings in positive psychology research. Carers can expect to learn powerful evidence-based insights through a narrative lens. At the end of the session\, Carers will complete a “Fostering Resilience Check List” to support their day-to-day resilience building activities. \nThe session is designed for kinship\, foster and permanent carers.
URL:https://www.carerkafe.org.au/event/fostering-resilience-in-children-and-young-people-in-care/
LOCATION:Online Zoom
CATEGORIES:Foster Care,Kinship,Permanent Care,Online
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