Events Calendar

Alcohol and other drug-facilitated sexual violence refers to the perpetration of any act of non-consensual sexual behaviour against an intoxicated victim. It is often referred to as “drink spiking”. Drink spiking regularly garners media attention with harrowing accounts of victim-survivors experiences. These stories regularly use victim-blaming narratives and reinforce rape myths. The sporadic media attention has not translated to significant action on alcohol and other drug-facilitated sexual violence beyond gimmicky responses such as putting a “top” or cover over your drink in a public venue. Beyond such initiatives, there is limited response to nor knowledge on alcohol and other drug-facilitated sexual violence.

The presentation will be followed by an opportunity to discuss and share ideas and experiences with peers.

Presented by Dr Jessica Ison is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Judith Lumley Centre, La Trobe University.

Welcoming social workers to our February meeting!

We are pleased to announce that Hetty Johnston AM GAICD is our guest speaker.

Hetty Johnston is widely recognised for her contributions to the community. She founded Bravehearts, which is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse.

All welcome!!

2 CPD hours

Social Work Yoga and Peer Support Practice Group

2023 Welcome and acknowledgements

Introduction of committee members, peer sharing of ideas, and further topics for our year ahead.

1 CPD Hour

No cost to attend

The AASW is excited to announce our online “Meet the Employer” Information Session

The three-hour online event will feature a series of employer representatives explaining what their company does and discussing an average day for a social worker employed by them.

This is a great opportunity for social work students, and recent graduates, to learn more about employment opportunities and specific fields of practice in their part of Australia. At this event you will:

• Meet local employers from a number of sectors
• Learn about job opportunities and career pathways
• Get tips on how to get your application shortlisted
• Hear stories from past recruitment processes, the good and the bad

Social Work Yoga and Peer Support Practice Group

Topic- Research Article Discussion ( to be announced)

1 CPD Hour

No cost to attend