Many sex workers report barriers to accessing services for AOD and/or mental health. Learn how to better interact with this unique demographic. Respect Inc provides sexual health information, advocacy and support to sex workers across QLD.  Hazy Inseptember is Career Development Officer at Respect inc. and also works as a counsellor in a clinical setting for an […]

This three-day workshop aims to improve the cultural competencies of participants undertaking a mental health assessment of Aboriginal patients and also provide information on suicide prevention and postvention strategies in Aboriginal communities. Participants taking part in this workshop will: complete the Aboriginal Mental Health Cultural Competency Profile achieve accreditation in the Westerman Aboriginal Symptom Checklist - youth […]

Do you know what to say and do if you are subpoenaed to appear in court? Are your case notes court-ready Nearly 50% of alcohol and other drug workers have had their case notes subpoenaed. Are yours court-ready? Write great case notes and feel confident giving evidence in court with this fun and practical case […]

Gain a deep understanding of how to respond to co-occurring mental health problems in alcohol and other drug treatment Comorbidity is the norm rather than the exception. In this two day interactive online workshop you will deepen your understanding of co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug issues and build knowledge, confidence and skill […]

The 2022 theme for NAIDOC Week is Get up! Stand up! Show up! The theme calls for systemic change; to support and secure institutional, structural, collaborative, and cooperative reforms and to keep rallying around for mob, for Elders and for communities. It also celebrates those who have driven and led change in communities over generations. The NAIDOC Local […]