AUGUST - G21 HWB PILLAR UPDATE

G21 COLLABORATION IN ACTION !
Photo: Implementation of  the G21 Physical Activity Strategy Workshop

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LOOK WHAT'S ON IN AUGUST...
Tuesday, 2 & 9 Aug - 9:30am - 4:30pm

This workshop aims to affirm the importance of spiritually sensitive human service practice.

Wednesday, 3 Aug - 10:00am to 11:30am

This session aims to equip anyone responsible for the supervision of employees with an understanding of some of the challenges from workplace laws.

Thursday, 4 Aug

A time for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families to celebrate the strengths and culture of their children.

Thursday, 4 Aug to Monday, 29 Aug

The Reel Health International Short Film Festival returns to the Barwon region in August 2016!

Saturday, 6, 13, 20, & 27 Aug -
10:00am to 3:00pm

Join Master Weaver Aunty Bronwyn Razem in making jewellery, bush toys, and sista baskets using natural materials.

Monday, 8 Aug - 9:30am to 12:30pm

This workshop explores social inclusion contribution to wellbeing and education of young people of refugee background.

Tuesday, 9 Aug

This Day is observed on August 9 each year to promote and protect the rights of the world’s indigenous population. 

Tuesday, 9 Aug - 11:45am

Join Martin Foley, Minister for Mental Health to launch VicHealth's new Alcohol Strategy and the Alcohol Culture Change Grants Initiative.

Wednesday, 10 Aug - 5:30pm to 6:30pm

Bethany invites you to an information session for individuals, couples, family and friends who are concerned about the impacts of gambling. Free and confidential.

ACTIVE APRIL
Thursday, 11 Aug - 9:15am to 3:30pm

This workshop is designed for all practitioners engaging with interpreters.

Thursday, 11 Aug - 9:30am to 4:30pm

This one-day course provides professionals with the opportunity to increase their understanding of the impact of their work.

Thursday, 11 Aug - 12:00pm to 4:00pm

This workshop examines the aetiology of anxiety disorders and outlines assessment and treatment interventions.

Thursday, 11 Aug - 6:00pm to 8:45pm

A health promotion charity which aims to aid in the health and wellbeing of migrants, refugees and asylum seekers by improving their health literacy.

Saturday, 13 Aug - 7:00pm

Invite your friends and family to this Trivia Night fundraiser, there'll be prizes & lots of fun - plus you'll raise much needed funds for Anam Cara's community palliative care service.

Tuesday, 16 Aug - 8:00pm

The Bethany Arthouse Film Festival returns to Geelong in 2016, offering an exciting line-up of five critically-acclaimed films from around the globe.

Wednesday, 17 Aug - 9:00am to 1:00pm

The Centre for Culture, Ethnicity and Health are offering training which looks at Cultural Competence & Reflective Practice.

Thursday, 18 Aug - 9:30am to 4:30pm

The particular health needs and experiences of men who are refugees or seeking asylum.

Friday, 19 Aug - 9:30am to 12:30pm

A half-day workshop for Psychologists and Educational Professionals.

Friday, 19 Aug - 10:00am to 4:30pm

Not to be missed! Featuring a strong line-up including respected journalist and presenter Kerry O'Brien, Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews and Opposition Leader Matthew Guy.

Friday, 19 Aug - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Interactive training sessions across the state that will cover 'Failure to disclose' and 'Failure to protect' offence, and mandatory reporting.

Friday, 19 Aug - 6:30pm to 8:00pm

The City of Greater Geelong presents free ‘Cyber Safety Sessions’ each school term at libraries around Geelong.

Monday, 22 Aug - 9:30am to 3:30pm

This comprehensive introduction is recommended as the first professional development from Foundation House for those working with refugee background students and families.

Wednesday, 24 Aug - 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Explores issues that arise around masculinity when working with males with refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds.

Thursday, 25 Aug - 9:30am to 4:00pm

Improving knowledge and capacity of relevant service providers to successfully engage older people in physical activity opportunities.

Tuesday, 30 Aug - 9:30am to 4:00pm

Develop understanding of how culture influences perceptions of disability.

Wednesday, 31 Aug - 9:15am to 4:30pm

Cultural diversity will be one of many hot topics explored at MAV's From Multiculturalism to Inclusion Conference on 31 August.

Wednesday, 31 Aug - 9:30am to 12:30pm

This workshop looks at culture and values and explores why we are all different, concluding with a section about working with interpreters and communicating with people with low levels of English.

IN SEPTEMBER, THE G21 HWB PILLAR SUPPORTS...
NAIDOC Week
The Jean Hailes Women's Health Week is a week dedicated to all women across Australia. It's a week to focus on your health, learn more and take action. 
When it comes to health, every woman has an elephant in the room. It's time to talk about them.
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To contact the G21 Health & Wellbeing Pillar Team directly, phone 52274000 or email:

Director of Health & Wellbeing:
Janice Lane jlane@G21.com.au

Project Support Workers:
Helen Reddan hreddan@G21.com.au
Kate Smith ksmith@G21.com.au
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