ACON Training for DFSV workers

The Newcastle DV Committee invites DFV workers to attend a one day training with Hamish Whelan (he/they), the Sexual Violence Consult Service Lead at ACON Health, to strengthening service provision in supporting LGBTQ+ clients who are victim-survivors of sexual violence.

LGBTQ+ people can face unique stigmas, discrimination and barriers to disclosing sexual violence.

This training will cover barriers to reporting, gendered drivers of violence, case studies and real stories, evidence and research on  sexual violence, pathways to reporting, helpful support methods and more.

DATE: Wednesday 31 July

TIME: 9:30am - 4:30pm (arrive by 9:15am as we will start on time)

VENUE: Level 2, Training Room. 437 Hunter Street, Newcastle 
There is lift access from the Hunter Street foyer.

COST:  $12.50 for catering

Lunch and morning and afternoon tea will be provided.