Prepared, Not Afraid: Media literacy, parenting and personal safety for multicultural women
Description
Presented by ECCQ's Women's Ethnic Network
Free half-day workshop. All women welcome.
Navigating the digital world, raising teenagers, and staying safe in daily life can feel especially complex when you're bridging cultures. This workshop brings together three expert-led sessions designed to give multicultural women practical, real-world tools they can use straight away.
Session 1: Media Literacy During Times of Crisis
Spotting misinformation and responding safely, with facilitator Rita Jabri-Markwell, solicitor and community advocate.
Session 2: Parenting Adolescents Across Cultures
Confident conversations with your teenager, with facilitator Noor, counsellor, lawyer and parenting coach.
Session 3: Personal Safety and Protective Behaviours
Situational awareness, prevention and de-escalation, with facilitator Abbed Akbery, personal safety and protective behaviours educator.
When: Saturday 10 October, 9:30 for a 10am start, concluding with a light lunch from 1pm
Where: Queensland Multicultural Centre
Cost: Free
This event is presented collaboratively by the Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland (ECCQ), its Women's Ethnic Network (WEN), AMYA International and Love Thyself
Come away with the confidence, knowledge and connections to face these challenges head on. Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your spot.
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