Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Training
The Northern Territory has the highest rates of domestic, family and sexual violence in Australia. For most NT workplaces, this is not an abstract issue, it affects clients, it affects staff, and it affects the community your organisation serves.
These sessions give your team the knowledge to recognise DFSV and coercive control, understand the risk, and respond appropriately within their role. No prior knowledge required.
Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Snapshot
1.5 hours. Basic. No prerequisites.
- What domestic, family and sexual violence is
- Coercive control and how to recognise it
- Warning signs and risk indicators
- NT and national support services and referral pathways
The Impacts of DFSV on Babies and Children
2 hours. Basic. No prerequisites.
Babies and children are victims of DFSV too, and the effects begin before birth.
- DFSV during pregnancy and its impacts
- How exposure affects babies and children as they develop
- Identifying children who have been exposed
- Working safely with children
- Mandatory reporting responsibilities
Recognising and Responding to Domestic and Family Violence
Duration TBC. Basic. No prerequisites.
Moves beyond awareness into what to actually do when you notice something.
- Recognising indicators in clients, colleagues and community members
- Having a safe first conversation
- What to say, and what not to say
- Referral pathways and warm handovers
- Documenting and escalating appropriately
Employer Responsibilities When Employees Experience Domestic Violence
2 hours. Basic. No prerequisites.
Written for managers, HR and business owners.
- What employers are responsible for
- How DFV shows up in the workplace
- Family and domestic violence leave
- Safety planning at work
- Supportive workplace practices and policy
Who this is for
Any NT workplace with staff or clients. Particularly relevant for community services, health, education, housing, justice, local government and frontline roles.
Book a program
Full day programs are scheduled in advance and are usually delivered on site.