Come and join the Northern Rivers Practice Group for a Response to Recovery panel looking at Post Disaster: Experiences from Organisational Goals and Practitioner Responses
We are delighted to welcome Narel Shearer (Uniting) and Maddi Powell (Assistant Manager, Fletcher Street) for a rich and reflective panel conversation exploring the lived experiences of social workers in the Northern Rivers, and the profound impact of the environmental events that have shaped the community in recent years. Together, they will share insights, challenges and learnings across key themes including:
- Reflecting on the disaster and initial response
- Organisational goals and approaches
- Practitioner experiences and wellbeing
- Community engagement and recovery
- Equity and vulnerability
- Learning and future practice
- Big picture and closing reflections
Please join us for what will be a powerful and inspiring discussion, grounded in local experience and collective wisdom.
📅 Tuesday, 28 October 2025
⏰ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm AEDT (registration from 11:30 am)
📍 Southern Cross University, Lismore Campus – Room A2.14, Military Road, East Lismore AND
💻 Via Zoom (login details will be sent to registered attendees the day before the meeting)
For those attending in person, light refreshments will be available before the presentation at 11.45 am. There will be a selection of gluten free options.