About this Event
Join other community leaders in Moonee Valley for this free interactive workshop on violence prevention led by , expert family violence service providers for Melbourne's West.
Where: Burley Griffin Community Centre, Keilor East
When: Tuesday 3 December, 2024. 5:30pm arrival for 6pm start (time to grab food and settle in!)
What is this event about?
This event is part of Moonee Valley City Council's and cohealth's actions for the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign started back in 1991.
Our local campaign is focusing on the theme 'Step Up': What can we all do, right where we are, to create positive change and see people no longer using violence in their relationships? This event aims to bring together community leaders from across Moonee Valley so that we can get started on a whole-of-community approach to family violence prevention.
What can I expect on the day?
- Sign-in and food on arrival.
- A group of people learning together in person. The maximum size of the group will be around 25 people.
- An interactive workshop led by two professional facilitators. There will be audio-visual presentations, conversation and workshopping.
- Information about family violence prevention and response techniques.
- An information pack on family violence support you can take back to your workspace.
Accessibility
This is an in person event featuring conversation as a learning tool. If there's anything we can do to support your participation on the day, please get in touch.
Getting there
There is ample parking close to Burley Griffin Community Centre.
There are bus and tram lines that stop near the community centre:
- These bus lines stop near Burley Griffin Community Centre: 406, 465, 469, 903.
- The nearest tram station is 53-Keilor Rd/ Matthews Ave (Niddrie). It's a 3 minute walk away.
Any questions?
Get in touch with Moonee Valley City Council's Community Safety Officer Laura if you have any questions about the event. You can email [email protected] or call 9243 1022.
Family Violence support information
If you have any concerns about violence in your life, please know that you are not alone and help is available
If you are in immediate danger, call 000 for police and ambulance
If you are not in immediate danger, you can reach out to these organisations:
· 1800 Respect is a national 24/7 hotline operated by trained counsellors for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Please call 1800 737 732.
· Safe Steps helps people in Victoria who are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing family violence. Call 1800 015 188 to contact them at any time, or you could try their live web chat service available 9am till midnight, Monday to Friday.
· The Orange Door is a free service for adults, children and young people who are experiencing or have experienced family violence, and families who need extra support with the care of children. Visit The Orange Door website to find which of their fifteen locations across Victoria is closest to you.
· Easily search Safe and Equal for more services to meet your specific needs, such as Djirra for Aboriginal women, and InTouch for women of migrant and refugee backgrounds.
If you are using violence in your relationships, help is available to stop
Consider reaching out to No to Violence if you have concerns about your behaviour. Respectful relationships support is also available from Relationships Australia, who you can reach on 1300 364 277. If you’re a man, you could also try the confidential Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491, available 24/7.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Burley Griffin Community Centre, Park Drive, Keilor East, Australia
AUD 0.00
