Body Safety Australia: Pathways to Prevention - Writing Safer Stories for All South Australian Communities
Description
Body Safety Australia is bringing together government and policy leaders, sector specialists, and community organisations to strengthen South Australia’s approach to preventing domestic, family, and sexual violence.
The Pathways to Prevention forum provides a shared space to recognise the depth of expertise across the sector and to contribute to a more coordinated and impactful statewide vision for violence prevention across South Australia. With the Royal Commission calling for a unified statewide strategy, this forum highlights the prevention work already underway, elevates sector voices, and helps shape the future of safer communities across the state.
WHO THIS IS FOR
This forum is for organisations and professionals working in primary prevention of domestic, family, and sexual violence across South Australia, including:
Community organisations
Women’s services
Government agencies
Local councils
Health and mental health services
Early childhood providers
Principals, wellbeing and other school leaders
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations
LGBTQIA+ services
Multicultural organisations
Youth services
Disability services
Justice and legal services
Workplace and corporate programs
Faith-based organisations
The forum provides a shared space to recognise the depth of expertise across the sector and to contribute to a more coordinated and impactful statewide vision for violence prevention across South Australia
If your work creates safer communities, challenges harmful norms, or supports building respectful relationships, this forum is for you.
ABOUT BODY SAFETY AUSTRALIA
Pathways to Prevention is hosted by Body Safety Australia, a not-for-profit dedicated to promoting childhoods free from violence where children enjoy safe and equitable relationships. Body Safety Australia delivers evidence-based programs across early childhood, primary, and secondary schools, working with educators, families, and communities. The prevention of domestic, family and sexual violence starts within and involves the whole community.
FAQs
- What to expect on the day
Across the day, you can expect:
Opening keynote setting the vision for prevention in South Australia
Sector showcases and practical demonstrations highlighting prevention work from across the state
Panel discussions featuring diverse perspectives from community, government, and frontline practice
Facilitated conversations at your table to connect with peers and share insights
Working lunch designed for meaningful connection and collaboration
Closing reflections bringing the day's learnings together
Morning tea and lunch are provided.
- How to be involved
Attend the forum.
Registrations are now open - this event is free to attend, but spaces are limited so please register to secure your spot. Registration closes Monday, 27 April, 2026.
Share your work.
We are also seeking Expressions of Interest from organisations wishing to share their work, whether through an activity demonstration, panel discussion, poster, video, or another format. Presenter spots are limited, so please submit your EOI by Friday, March 27, 2026.
Contribute in other ways.
There are multiple ways to support and participate beyond presenting:
Host a stall to showcase your work
Contribute materials to the attendee welcome pack
Become a sponsor or partner and help support the event
Spread the word across your networks
For any questions regarding the event, registration or how your organisation can be involved, please get in touch.
For questions about the forum, sponsorship, or presenting:
📧 southaustralia@bodysafetyaustralia.com.au
📞 03 9471 2247 - Important information
This event is free to attend, but spaces are limited so registration is required to secure your seat.
Morning tea and lunch will be provided. Please note that no outside food or drink is allowed in the venue.
Photography and filming will take place during the Pathways to Prevention Forum. Images and footage may be used by Body Safety Australia across social media, our website and in future materials to promote the work of the prevention sector in South Australia. By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you may be photographed or filmed during the forum. If you would prefer not to appear in any photos or video, please let us know at the registration desk on the day and we will make sure this is respected.
EOI closes Friday, March 27 2026
Registration closes Monday, 27 April 2026
- On the day
WHEN AND WHERE
Monday 11 May 2026, 9:00am to 2:00pm
UCity Function Centre, Level 1
43 Franklin Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Registration opens at 8:30am. Please arrive early so we can get you a name badge and a coffee before we kick off at 9:00am sharp.
(We ask speakers to arrive at 8:00am, with bump‑in available from 7:00am for organisations hosting trade tables.
GETTING THERE
Public transport: Adelaide Railway Station is around a 10 minute walk. The Free City Tram and Free City Connector buses (routes 99A and 99C) run loops around the CBD throughout the day. City West tram stop is the closest.
Driving: Paid parking nearby includes UPark Topham Mall (entry on Waymouth Street), Wilson Parking 23 Franklin Street (entry at 26 Grote Street), and Adelaide Central Market parking. Allow time for parking and walking.
MORNING TEA AND LUNCHMorning tea and lunch are provided, along with coffee and tea throughout the day. Please note, no outside
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