Women with Disabilities Victoria

Women with Disabilities Victoria, Workforce Development Program on Gender and Disability (WDV) and Genetic Support Network of Victoria (GSNV) present: Introduction to Violence Against Women with Disabilities webinar.

This webinar will show how gender and disability inequality drives violence, and how you can contribute to violence prevention through your work. You will gain awareness of the causes and types of violence;dynamics of power and control; an introduction to managing disclosures; and referral organisations and self-care. You will be directed to resources to support you in your work. The webinar will also include a panel discussion with experts in family violence, disability and advocacy

This webinar will benefit genetic support group members, advocates allied health professionals, parents and/or carers, students, and academics.

This webinar is jointly presented by Women with Disabilities Victoria (WDV) and Genetic Support Network of Victoria (WDV).

Date: Thursday 3rd September 2020

Time: 10:30am–12:00pm

Location: online via Zoom (details will be provided upon registration)

Register: by Monday 30th August 2020 via Eventbrite: https://gsnv_wdv_webinar.eventbrite.com.au/

For more information: contact Olivia Franklin on [email protected]