For more information and to register, see the event page.

This two day ‘train-the-trainers’ workshop has been designed to assist those individuals wanting to upskill and deliver training sessions for their workplace colleagues, their local community agencies or for those wanting to provide training as part of their training business.

The focus of this workshop will be ‘an introduction to family violence’ with a focus on intimate partner violence.  The session will cover various definitions, prevalence, signs and symptoms and demonstrate some tools to help understand the dynamics associated with intimate partner violence within the context of family violence.

The workshop will provide an opportunity to:

• Review ‘training materials’ with a view that attendees will have increased confidence to present relevant information to their intended audience
• Provide an opportunity for interactive feedback and group discussions about improving training outcomes, such as providing a safe training environment, responding to common questions and dealing with disclosures.

Please direct all question to the organiser at: robveale@xtra.co.nz.

For more information and to register, see the event page.

This two day ‘train-the-trainers’ workshop has been designed to assist those individuals wanting to upskill and deliver training sessions for their workplace colleagues, their local community agencies or for those wanting to provide training as part of their training business.

The focus of this workshop will be ‘an introduction to family violence’ with a focus on intimate partner violence.  The session will cover various definitions, prevalence, signs and symptoms and demonstrate some tools to help understand the dynamics associated with intimate partner violence within the context of family violence.

The workshop will provide an opportunity to:

• Review ‘training materials’ with a view that attendees will have increased confidence to present relevant information to their intended audience
• Provide an opportunity for interactive feedback and group discussions about improving training outcomes, such as providing a safe training environment, responding to common questions and dealing with disclosures.

Please direct all question to the organiser at: robveale@xtra.co.nz.

For more information and to register, see the event page.

Connection, identity and belonging are powerful drivers for young people online, but they can also increase vulnerability.

This 1-hour webinar explores:

• the role of offline experiences in shaping vulnerability online
• why some young people are more at risk online
• strategies to support safer online engagement

Please direct all queries to the organiser.

For more information and to register, see the event page.

Connection, identity and belonging are powerful drivers for young people online, but they can also increase vulnerability.

This 1-hour webinar explores:

• the role of offline experiences in shaping vulnerability online
• why some young people are more at risk online
• strategies to support safer online engagement

Please direct all queries to the organiser.

For more information and to register, visit the event page.

In addition to strangulation, this workshop also introduces topics such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), sexual violence, threatening behaviour and other factors including ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) to enhance decision-making and ultimately safety for victims, families and whānau.

By the end of this workshop participants will be able to:

• Define strangulation in the context of intimate partner violence
• Describe the signs, symptoms and injuries associated with strangulation
• Know some of the resources available to facilitate effective documentation
• Understand behaviours often associated with strangulation including TBI, sexual violence, threats and separation
• Apply learnings to risk assessment and safety planning

If you have any questions please contact Rob Veale at robveale@xtra.co.nz.

For more information and to register, visit the event page.

In addition to strangulation, this workshop also introduces topics such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), sexual violence, threatening behaviour and other factors including ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) to enhance decision-making and ultimately safety for victims, families and whānau.

By the end of this workshop participants will be able to:

• Define strangulation in the context of intimate partner violence
• Describe the signs, symptoms and injuries associated with strangulation
• Know some of the resources available to facilitate effective documentation
• Understand behaviours often associated with strangulation including TBI, sexual violence, threats and separation
• Apply learnings to risk assessment and safety planning

If you have any questions please contact Rob Veale at robveale@xtra.co.nz.

For more information and to register, see the conference website.

The conference is currently accepting abstract submissions, including for the conference's critical social work stream, which this year seeks to explore the question: "What does critical social work require in unsettled times?"

The deadline for submissions is 30 June 2026.

From the conference website:

"There has never been a more vital period for the social sciences to speak back to power and solidify the pursuit of social justice. As scholars and researchers focused on upholding the academy’s designated role as the critic and conscience of society, we encourage scholars in the social sciences and related areas to organise, to present and debate their work, and to demonstrate the continuing strength of evidence-based and theoretically informed critical thinking. This inaugural conference of the social sciences will showcase such work. We welcome scholars from sociology, anthropology, Māori Studies, Indigenous studies, criminology, politics, public policy, gender studies, media, communications, geography, global studies, history, philosophy, psychology, social work, education, health and more. We invite you to engage in what will be a lively, progressive and collaborative environment aimed at strengthening the social sciences in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond."

Please direct all queries to the organisers: CSS2026@auckland.ac.nz.

For more information and to register, see the conference website.

The conference is currently accepting abstract submissions, including for the conference's critical social work stream, which this year seeks to explore the question: "What does critical social work require in unsettled times?"

The deadline for submissions is 30 June 2026.

From the conference website:

"There has never been a more vital period for the social sciences to speak back to power and solidify the pursuit of social justice. As scholars and researchers focused on upholding the academy’s designated role as the critic and conscience of society, we encourage scholars in the social sciences and related areas to organise, to present and debate their work, and to demonstrate the continuing strength of evidence-based and theoretically informed critical thinking. This inaugural conference of the social sciences will showcase such work. We welcome scholars from sociology, anthropology, Māori Studies, Indigenous studies, criminology, politics, public policy, gender studies, media, communications, geography, global studies, history, philosophy, psychology, social work, education, health and more. We invite you to engage in what will be a lively, progressive and collaborative environment aimed at strengthening the social sciences in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond."

Please direct all queries to the organisers: CSS2026@auckland.ac.nz.

For programme and speaker information and to register, visit NZAG 2026: Honouring the Journey of Ageing.

NZAG 2026 will bring together researchers, practitioners, policy makers, educators, students, community workers, advocates, and older people themselves for three days of rich conversation, connection, and collaboration.

This years theme is Honouring the Journey of Ageing, which aims to honour the journeys of older people across Aotearoa New Zealand — their contributions, their wisdom, their experiences, and their place at the heart of our communities and our work.

Please direct all queries to the organiser: national@gerontology.kiwi.

For programme and speaker information and to register, visit NZAG 2026: Honouring the Journey of Ageing.

NZAG 2026 will bring together researchers, practitioners, policy makers, educators, students, community workers, advocates, and older people themselves for three days of rich conversation, connection, and collaboration.

This years theme is Honouring the Journey of Ageing, which aims to honour the journeys of older people across Aotearoa New Zealand — their contributions, their wisdom, their experiences, and their place at the heart of our communities and our work.

Please direct all queries to the organiser: national@gerontology.kiwi.

For more information and to register, please visit the event page.

The Practitioner-Victim Insight Concept (PVIC) is ECLIPSE's practice model developed through lived and practice experience. PVIC raises awareness of coercive control as an overarching family violence tactic.

In this course, attendees will:

• Obtain a deeper understanding of ECLIPSE's Practitioner-Victim Insight Concept
• Develop knowledge of resistance strategies and how victims resist coercive control and family violence every day
• Understand the importance of self-determination strategies, dignity-enhancing practice, and empathetic connection as steps to a healing pathway
• Grow in awareness and knowledge of the guidelines for identifying and navigating coercive control as an overarching family violence tactic
• Be provided with practice tools and guidelines developed by victim-survivors and are embedded with and informed by the voice of lived experience of family violence.

Please direct all queries to the organisers.

For more information and to register, please visit the event page.

The Practitioner-Victim Insight Concept (PVIC) is ECLIPSE's practice model developed through lived and practice experience. PVIC raises awareness of coercive control as an overarching family violence tactic.

In this course, attendees will:

• Obtain a deeper understanding of ECLIPSE's Practitioner-Victim Insight Concept
• Develop knowledge of resistance strategies and how victims resist coercive control and family violence every day
• Understand the importance of self-determination strategies, dignity-enhancing practice, and empathetic connection as steps to a healing pathway
• Grow in awareness and knowledge of the guidelines for identifying and navigating coercive control as an overarching family violence tactic
• Be provided with practice tools and guidelines developed by victim-survivors and are embedded with and informed by the voice of lived experience of family violence.

Please direct all queries to the organisers.

For more information and to register, visit the ECLIPSE event page.

ECLIPSE's Foundational Family Violence 101: Dynamics, Indicators and Impacts training aims to grow attendees understanding of the dynamics of family violence and how it impacts on individuals and whānau.

Course outcomes:

• Become introduced to key concepts of family violence
• Have a greater understanding of the risk factors and dynamics of family violence
• Develop insight into the short and long term impacts of family violence on victims, children, and whānau
• Learn more about legislation and orders relating to family violence, including the Family Violence Act 2018, Domestic Violence Victims Protection Act 2018, and the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989
• Grow in awareness and knowledge of the dynamics of family violence and how to respond in a more empathetic manner.

For question, contact the organiser.

For more information and to register, visit the ECLIPSE event page.

ECLIPSE's Foundational Family Violence 101: Dynamics, Indicators and Impacts training aims to grow attendees understanding of the dynamics of family violence and how it impacts on individuals and whānau.

Course outcomes:

• Become introduced to key concepts of family violence
• Have a greater understanding of the risk factors and dynamics of family violence
• Develop insight into the short and long term impacts of family violence on victims, children, and whānau
• Learn more about legislation and orders relating to family violence, including the Family Violence Act 2018, Domestic Violence Victims Protection Act 2018, and the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989
• Grow in awareness and knowledge of the dynamics of family violence and how to respond in a more empathetic manner.

For question, contact the organiser.

For more information and to register, please visit ECLIPSE's event page.

ECLIPSE's Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Family Violence course explores the impacts of colonisation on Māori and relates this to the context of family violence.

Attendees ofthe training will gain a greater understanding of:

• Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the impacts of colonisation and racism
• The unique status and experiences of tangata whenua as indigenous people
• Tikanga Māori beliefs, values, and collective practice
• Different dynamics of whānau violence that may be experienced by tangata whenua
• Racism at a structural level
• The importance of supervision, particularly cultural supervision

For all questions, contact the organiser.

For more information and to register, please visit ECLIPSE's event page.

ECLIPSE's Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Family Violence course explores the impacts of colonisation on Māori and relates this to the context of family violence.

Attendees ofthe training will gain a greater understanding of:

• Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the impacts of colonisation and racism
• The unique status and experiences of tangata whenua as indigenous people
• Tikanga Māori beliefs, values, and collective practice
• Different dynamics of whānau violence that may be experienced by tangata whenua
• Racism at a structural level
• The importance of supervision, particularly cultural supervision

For all questions, contact the organiser.