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Events, Webinars and Conferences

Upcoming domestic, family and sexual violence related conferences, events and webinars from around Australia are listed here for your information. 
 

Australian Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Recovery and Healing Conference 

30 April - 1 May, Brisbane

The aim of the ‘Recovery and Healing: Striving Together’ Conference by the Australian Domestic, Family, and Sexual Violence Recovery Alliance is to engage with colleagues and stakeholders about the importance of trauma recovery and healing in a relaxed informal environment. 

Ending Coercive Control, Family and Domestic Violence Conference

6 - 7 May, Adelaide

This conference will deliver hands-on strategies and expert guidance to help stakeholders understand coercive control legislation and other key reforms across policy, practice, and frontline services.

Financial Counselling Australia Conference

7 - 8 May, Cairns

Financial Counselling Australia’s annual conference is the largest financial counselling conference in Australia.

EMPOWER - Ending Domestic Violence Begins Here

14 - 15 May, Rockhampton

Held during Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, EMPOWER 2026 provides an amazing opportunity to be part of a legacy event that strengthens communities and drives meaningful change.

The Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Prevention Forum

20 - 21 May, Mackay

The purpose of the Forum is to provide an opportunity for services and organisations supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence to share knowledge and best practice and support improved service delivery.

Overcoming Indigenous Family Violence Forum

27 - 29 May, Brisbane

This forum will bring together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, leaders, and service providers to share knowledge, strengthen culturally appropriate responses, and develop solutions to prevent and address family violence.

Australian Elder Abuse Conference

27 - 29 July, Gold Coast

This conference is a national gathering of people who care deeply about creating a safer, more just future for older Australians. It’s a space where bold conversations are welcomed, living experiences are honoured and collaborative solutions are forged. 

Wesnet 7th Technology Safety Summit

15 - 17 September, Brisbane

This summit brings together national and international experts on technology safety and gender-based violence.

Indigenous Wellbeing Conference

12 - 13 October, Canberra

The Indigenous Wellbeing Conference has become a vital space for honest conversations, shared learning and practical action towards stronger social, emotional, cultural and community wellbeing.

International Freedom from Sexual Violence Summit

4 - 6 November, Melbourne

The three-day event is hosted by Sexual Assault Services Victoria (SASVic), the peak body for Victoria's 19 specialist sexual assault and harmful sexual behaviour services.

Domestic and Family Violence Response Training (DV-alert)

DV-alert provides training to help frontline workers who are not specifically focused on domestic and family violence. They will be equipped with knowledge and skills to help people who are experiencing, or at risk of domestic and family violence. Learn how to:

  • recognise the signs of domestic and family violence
  • respond confidently with appropriate care
  • refer effectively to support service

Courses of interest:

If you or someone you know is experiencing violence or abuse, you can call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732, online chat and video call via our website.