‘What to Do’ Webinar on Family and Domestic Violence

Family and Domestic Violence

The Ecumenical Council of NSW invites interested persons to join their Family Violence “What to Do” Webinar in the lead up to Christmas, a time when there is an increase in incidents of family violence.

NSW Ecumenical Council

You are invited to a ‘What to Do’ Webinar on Family and Domestic Violence

When: online 2.00 pm to 3.15 pm Tuesday 12 November 2024

In the lead up to Christmas, there is often an increase in domestic and family violence. This webinar is for all who wish to be more aware of domestic violence. It will be particularly helpful for Church leaders, ministers, pastors and church committee members as a refresher on what to do when confronted with such situations.

To register to attend, click

https://www.trybooking.com/CWHDR
A Zoom link will be sent to you the day before the event. This is a free event.

Presenters

Oliver Slewa

Oliver Slewa is a lawyer with over 15 years of experience, predominantly working with victim-survivors of domestic and family violence in the government and non-government sectors. He has worked with the NSW Government as a Senior Policy and Projects Officer on the Premiers Priorities on Domestic and Family Violence. Previously, Oliver led the Domestic and Family Violence Project with the NSW Ecumenical Council, He is the NSW Humanitarian Lawyer Award Recipient, 2023, and works for the National Council of Churches.

Robyn Black

Robyn Black is a Salvation Army Officer for 20 years, coming from a background of Social Work. Her current appointments are Area Officer Sydney, supporting Faith Expressions (churches) across four areas, and Corps Officer (Minister/Pastor) at Auburn Salvation Army, Sydney, a highly multicultural community. In December 2022 Robyn submitted a thesis to complete the requirements for a Master of Ministry. The two questions she addressed were “What do faith leaders need to know about domestic abuse?” and “How will this knowledge change their practice?”