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Understanding Vaccination Uptake Among PWID: Exploring Influential Factors and Risk Behaviours – Webinar

Online

10-11 AM, 30 November 2023 This presentation will delve into an in-depth analysis of the pattern of Covid vaccination uptake among People Who Inject Drugs (PWID). The focus will primarily revolve around understanding the multifaceted factors that significantly influence the reception and acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccination, emphasizing the critical importance of receiving at least

Free

[IN-PERSON] Motivational Interviewing Workshop: Promoting Respiratory Health and Wellbeing for AOD service users

Cliftons Melbourne Collins Street 1/440 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Many AOD service users have respiratory health concerns and are at a higher risk of severe illness if they contract a respiratory disease. This full-day in-person workshop will explore Motivational Interviewing (MI) principles and practice, and how MI can support discussions concerning AOD service user’s respiratory health and wellbeing. Suitable for AOD Service providers. Spaces

[ONLINE] Motivational Interviewing Workshop: Promoting Respiratory Health and Wellbeing for AOD service users

Cliftons Melbourne Collins Street 1/440 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Many AOD service users have respiratory health concerns and are at a higher risk of severe illness if they contract a respiratory disease. This full-day in-person workshop will explore Motivational Interviewing (MI) principles and practice, and how MI can support discussions concerning AOD service user’s respiratory health and wellbeing. Suitable for AOD Service providers. Spaces

ADRIA Research Skills Webinar: Rapid Evidence Review

Online webinar

Hi everyone, You’re invited to our next ADRIA research skills webinar on rapid evidence reviews with Dr Paul Kellner from the Monash Sustainable Development Institute. This webinar will cover the basics in preparing and gathering evidence to support grant and other applications. So, literature and desktop reviews, environmental scans, these kinds of things. While we

Free

Family Violence Supervision Training

Cultivating Effective Supervision Practices in Family Violence Work This Community of Practice (CoP) session for AOD clinicians, Addiction Specialists, Senior Practitioners and Leaders is crafted to deepen participants' understanding and skills in supervising family violence work, with a strong emphasis on trauma and violence-informed practices. Anchored in an intersectional feminist framework, the session navigates the

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Group Facilitation for AOD Workers

MicDrop Langridge Street, Collingwood, Victoria, Australia

This training is available to those working in a state-funded AOD service or program. Group work is a common and useful treatment approach in Drug and Alcohol treatment. There are many types of groups such as support groups, task-focused, educative and therapeutic community groups.  Group Facilitation for AOD workers is a foundational course introducing the

$100

Symposium: A Spotlight on Women’s Issues and Perspectives with Substance Use

Catholic Leadership Centre 576 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

This 1-day symposium is for anyone supporting women with substance use issues. Women’s experiences with substance use and support services are often shaped by distinct factors, such as societal expectations and caregiving roles amongst others. These factors can influence their reasons for using substances, create unique barriers to seeking help, and affect their recovery journey. Additionally, women often encounter

$90

Working with Trans and Gender Diverse people

Online via Zoom

This training is for AOD workers who would like to develop their skills in working with trans and gender diverse (TGD) communities. Key topics covered: Overview of basic concepts regarding TGD people (sexuality =/= gender; pronouns; definitions) Data and statistics for different TGD populations relating to AOD, mental health and access to support Minority stress

Free

Sex, Sexuality and Gender Diverse AOD Workers Network (VAADA)

Online

A networking and information sharing meeting for Sex, Sexuality and Gender-Diverse folk working in AOD-related roles in Victoria. The November meeting will include a presentation from Dr Ruby Grant (Latrobe) on research investigating alcohol and nicotine use among LBQ women. New members are welcome though please note the meeting is only for those who identify

Free