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2nd Breaking the Cycle of

Domestic and Family Violence Conference Building frontline capacity to meet growing scalability demands

27th-29th September 2016 I Crowne Plaza, Melbourne Speakers:

The Hon. Martin Foley MP Minister for Housing, Disability and Ageing, Minister for Mental Health, Minister for Equality, Minister for Creative Industries Victorian Government

Amy J Sanchez Chief Executive Officer Break the Cycle, Los Angeles, USA

Rebecca Poulson Chief Executive Officer The Poulson Family Foundation Author ‘Killing Love’

Dr. David Smyth Chairman Violence Free Families, VIC

Tracy Beaton Chief Practitioner, Director, Office of Professional Practice Department of Health & Human Services, VIC

Dr. Kate Fitz-Gibbon Chair Barwon Centre Against Sexual Assault Criminologist Monash University, VIC

Jacqui Watt Chief Executive Officer No to Violence

Kon Karapanagiotidis Chief Executive Officer, One of Pro Bono’s top 25 Most Influential People in the Social Sector of 2015 Asylum Seeker Resource Centre

Stephen Wilson Chief Executive Officer International Student Care Corporate Partner 3G Safety Watch

Maya Avdibegovic Chief Executive Officer InTouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence, VIC

Dr. Andrew Bickerdike Chief Executive Officer Relationships Australia, VIC

Mary Lyttle Chief Executive Officer Elder Rights Advocacy

Paul Stewart Assistant Commissioner Queensland Police

Shannon Wright Director of Community Health ACON

Key Benefits of Attending:

• Learn how to access and

optimise new government funding opportunities

• Gain innovative strategies to improve quality and scalability of service delivery

• Learn how to maximise

resources to strengthen capacity

• Explore proposed reforms to the justice system

• Discuss methods to

strengthen culturally effective service delivery to Indigenous communities

• Further understand how to Joplin Higgins Director Joplin Lawyers

implement leading-edge perpetrator behavioural change programs

• Explore the future of crisis support including the 1800 Respect Hotline

Maria LeBreton Director Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services, NSW

Cr Sandra Mayer Councillor, Former Mayor Frankston City Council, VIC

Jo Howard Executive Manager, Child, Youth and Family Services Kildonan UnitingCare

Sergeant Natasha Powles Family Violence Advisor Victoria Police

Andre Van Altena Senior Offender Strategy Policy and Projects Officer NSW Department of Justice Associate Member Men’s Behaviour Change Network Allyson Foster Family Violence Education Coordinator Victoria Legal Aid

Susannah O’Reilly Senior Solicitor Legal Aid NSW

Special Features:

• An international case

Leanne Sinclair Family Violence Program Manager Victoria Legal Aid

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study from Amy J Sanchez, CEO, Break the Cycle, USA

• A personal story from Rebecca Poulson

Jessica Cadwallader Advocacy Project Manager, Violence Prevention People with Disability Australia

• 17 holistic case studies • Four interactive panel and roundtable discussions

• New communique session

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2nd Breaking the Cycle of Domestic and Family Violence Conference CONFERENCE DAY ONE | TUESDAY, 27TH SEPTEMBER 2016 8:00

Registration opens

2:00

9:00

Opening remarks from the Chair

Jacqui Watt, Chief Executive Officer, No to Violence

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Unifying for a shared goal and common targets Supporting victims by linking services Building a victim-focused legal system Panellists: Susannah O’Reilly, Senior Solicitor, Legal Aid NSW Maria LeBreton, Director, Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services, NSW Sergeant Natasha Powles, Family Violence Advisor, Victoria Police Joplin Higgins, Director, Joplin Lawyers

Examining the domestic violence policy landscape 9:10

OPENING MINISTERIAL ADDRESS A nation-wide approach to domestic and family violence Invitation to be confirmed post elections.

9:30

KEYNOTE Sector reform to strengthen frontline responses to family violence

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Implementing a comprehensive approach to urgently address family violence • Ensuring key bodies are supported to continue valuable work • Providing urgent help now and investing long-term in safe housing for families in crisis The Hon. Martin Foley MP, Minister for Housing, Disability and Ageing, Minister for Mental Health, Minister for Equality, Minister for Creative Industries, Victorian Government

10:00

10:30

Family Violence and its presence in child protection

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The impact of DFV on children and families Enhancing information sharing between agencies Strategies for risk assessment and managing risk Tracy Beaton, Chief Practitioner, Director, Office of Professional Practice, Department of Health and Human Services, VIC

PERSONAL STORY Call to battle: Act on behalf of familial violence

2:40

Re-training police to deal with domestic violence incidents effectively • Working in partnership with the community to provide successful services • Implementing a network of police officers to address domestic violence Paul Stewart, Assistant Commissioner, Queensland Police

3:10

11:30

INTERNATIONAL KEYNOTE Break the Cycle: Ending domestic and family violence through empowerment

3:40

How a focus on fathering supports men’s engagement in behavioural change • Supporting family safety and men’s responsibility and accountability in relation to their parenting role • Initial findings from a young men and fathering men’s behavioural change program Jo Howard, Executive Manager, Child, Youth and Family Services, Kildonan UnitingCare, VIC

12:30

Domestic Violence policy and reform in Australia

Eliminating abusive relationships through a community-wide approach • Not just a women’s issue- how men can act against family violence • Identifying and overcoming barriers preventing men from engaging with the issue Kon Karapanagiotidis, Chief Executive Officer, One of Pro Bono’s top 25 Most Influential People in the Social Sector of 2015, Asylum Seeker Resource Centre

1:30

Why family violence was declared a ‘national emergency’ in 2014 • Reform of legal responses to domestic violence across Australia • Analysing the merits of using criminal law to create better outcomes for victims of DFV Dr. Kate Fitz-Gibbon, Chair, Barwon Centre Against Sexual Assault, Criminologist, Monash University, VIC

Developing an effective approach to combatting family violence

The police force: A key player in responding to DFV Managing domestic violence and child protection matters Mitigating risks to victims and ensuring their safety Sergeant Natasha Powles, Family Violence Advisor, Victoria Police

Living in fear- a personal account of family violence Finding a form of expression as a victim of DFV

Part 2: Performance of ‘Getaway’- 2016 "This song is dedicated to the victims of family violence. I hope it will inspire them to seek help and make their own getaway.” Cr Sandra “Shania” Mayer, Councillor, Former Mayor, Frankstown City Council

5:10

Closing remarks from the Chair

5:20

Post conference networking cocktails

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CONFERENCE DAY TWO | WEDNESDAY, 28TH SEPTEMBER 2016

8:00

Registration opens

9:00

Opening remarks from the Chair

9:10

Dr. Kate Fitz-Gibbon, Chair, Barwon Centre Against Sexual Assault, Criminologist, Monash University, VIC

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SPECIAL FEATURE A presentation and performance Part 1: Presentation

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Networking luncheon

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Reforming the justice system to strengthen support for victims

The role of men in addressing the issue of domestic and family violence

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Perpetrator programs and fathering; why a focus on fathering is critical in men’s behavioural change programs

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Working with the wider community to achieve holistic reform • Developing optimal solutions that produce results in the DFV field • Creating cultures which foster healthy relationships Amy J Sanchez, Chief Executive Officer, Break the Cycle, Los Angeles, USA

Afternoon tea

Utilising behavioural change programs and reforming perpetrators

Top three ways of stopping family violence within one generation • The gaps in family violence systems and practical solutions • Unique insights from a personal journey through family violence systems Rebecca Poulson, Chief Executive Officer, The Poulson Family Foundation, Author, ‘Killing Love’

Morning tea

The police force: The first official response to domestic and family violence

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PANEL DISCUSSION Developing an integrated approach to supporting victims in the legal system

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Exploring the possibilities of online service delivery in Australia

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The world’s first online men’s behavior change program Providing a safe, non-judgmental and confidential online space • Using the internet to develop healthy relationships and respect for yourself and others Dr. David Smyth, Chairman, Violence Free Families, VIC

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2nd Breaking the Cycle of Domestic and Family Violence Conference 9:40

Strategy and action to support families in need

Implementing required controls and systems to make a difference • Developing a holistic solution incorporating technology platforms • Exploring lethality risk assessment and perpetrator management Stephen Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, International Student Care, Corporate Partner, 3G Safety Watch

10:10

Morning tea

10:40

PANEL DISCUSSION Exploring the future of crisis support service delivery

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The evolution of the 1800 Respect Hotline Overcoming call abandonment rates whilst ensuring victims receive the help they need • Examining innovation as a result of increased funding • Where is change occurring and where is it needed? • How do you innovate when services are in such high demand? Panellists: Dr. David Smyth, Chairman, Violence Free Families, VIC Stephen Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, International Student Care, Corporate Partner, 3G Safety Watch Leanne Sinclair, Family Violence Program Manager, Victoria Legal Aid

11:20

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Increasing knowledge of the laws relating to families including family law, child protection and family violence • Learning about the settlement journey of newly emerging communities to deliver tailored services • Increasing access to mainstream services for people from newly emerging communities Leanne Sinclair, Family Violence Program Manager, Victoria Legal Aid Allyson Foster, Family Violence Education Coordinator, Victoria Legal Aid

Delivering tailored services to diverse groups 1:50

The silent epidemic in same sex relationships

2:20

People with disabilities and family violence

2:50

Afternoon tea

3:20

PANEL DISCUSSION Exploring different methods for delivering services to diverse groups

Family violence primary prevention programs in schools

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Implementing successful school based domestic and family violence programs • Developing an integrated partnership to address DFV • Cultivating positive and respectful relationships Dr. Andrew Bickerdike, Chief Executive Officer, Relationships Australia, VIC

Meeting the needs of Aboriginal and CALD Communities

12:20

Networking luncheon

Akolade is pleased to offer a select number of scholarships for not for-profit organisations and victims of domestic and family violence who would ordinarily be unable to attend. For further information, email: [email protected]

The same figures without awareness Delivering services in unique situations Addressing unspoken uncertainties and building respect Shannon Wright, Director of Community Health, ACON

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Why do we see a higher incidence of violence against people with disabilities? • Disability and gendered violence • Recognising unique needs and delivering tailored services Jessica Cadwallader, Advocacy Project Manager, Violence Prevention, People with Disability Australia

Recognising relationship diversity and adjusting services Can we develop a universal approach when there isn’t a ‘typical’ relationship? • How to demonstrate sensitivity when dealing with unique situations Panellists: Mary Lyttle, Chief Executive Officer, Elder Abuse Advocacy Jessica Cadwallader, Advocacy Project Manager, Violence Prevention, People with Disability Australia Shannon Wright, Director of Community Health, ACON

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Developing a holistic model of crisis support Overcoming barriers: language, culture and migration Ensuring equal access to support services Maya Avdibegovic, Chief Executive Officer, InTouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence, VIC

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Delivering culturally appropriate solutions for Aboriginal & CALD communities 11:50

A collaborative approach to addressing family violence in newly emerging communities

4:00

Elder abuse in residential aged care

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What is elder abuse and how does it happen? Recognising the signs of elder abuse Case studies from across residential and home care settings Mary Lyttle, Chief Executive Officer, Elder Abuse Advocacy

4:30

Roundtable and Conference Communique Session

5:00

Close of day two and end of the conference

This interactive roundtable session will engage all delegates to share their learnings across the two days of discussion.

Dr. Kate Fitz-Gibbon, Chair, Barwon Centre Against Sexual Assault, Criminologist, Monash University, VIC

POST-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS | THURSDAY, 29TH SEPTEMBER 2016 9:00AM – 12:00PM • WORKSHOP A

1:00PM – 4:00PM • WORKSHOP B

Behaviour change programs are crucial in breaking the cycle of domestic and family violence. By providing opportunities to develop healthy relationships, learn non-abusive behaviour and challenge ingrained thoughts and behaviours, we see drastic perpetrator reform. One of the challenges faced by facilitators of these programs is establishing an effective engagement process. This workshop will draw on 25 years’ experience of developing interventions to address offending behaviours whilst working with violent and dually diagnosed offenders. Attendees will learn: • Effective engagement strategies when working with DFV perpetrators • Practical applications to establish engagement and achieve successful outcomes • The Offence Mapping tool and how it can help offenders deal with shame, guilt and accepting responsibility

Given the limited resources possessed by family violence not-for-profit agencies, it is vital that organisations utilise their funding and resources efficiently to maximise capacity and capability. Amy Sanchez draws on international case studies from a career spanning over 25 years in building and strengthening family violence organisations. A nationally recognised expert in mission-based organisational development, Amy’s experience spans several unique organisations which she expanded and fortified. Attendees will learn: • How to utilise funding and strategic partnerships to drive organisational efficiency • Working with governance boards to achieve outcomes • Future planning and implementing strategies to maximise scalability • Developing optimal solutions that produce results in the domestic and family violence field for diverse organisations

Engaging perpetrators to deliver effective treatment outcomes

Building a strong and scalable organisation from the ground up

Facilitator: Andre Van Altena Senior Offender Strategy Policy and Projects Officer NSW Department of Justice Associate Member Men’s Behaviour Change Network

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