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SUMMARY:Connect & Reflect
DESCRIPTION:For staff and volunteers from community organisations who have been working directly with recently arrived Palestinians in Victoria. \nYou are warmly invited to join with peers in a reflective session to share experiences of strength and challenge in your work with recently arrived Palestinians during a distressing time. Guided by experienced facilitators in trauma-informed care from Foundation House and Centre for Muslim Wellbeing\, this one-time reflection session offers a safe space and pathways to ongoing support. \nMonday 7 October – 6.30pm to 8.00pm – Online via Zoom \nWednesday 9 October – 10.30am to 12.00pm – In person at Foundation House in Dallas (Broadmeadows) \nTuesday 15 October – 3.30pm to 5.00pm – Online via Zoom \nSaturday 19 October – 11.00am to 12.30pm – Online via Zoom \nRegister by the following link – https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=5HC77KShvkKTCY2Zg6B7bp7kKuLVutJLm5K_k7caLZNUQU9ESDU5VUlLMlhLVFhYNjMwNlhZWjNMTS4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl 
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/connect-reflect/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health First Aid Certificate Training \nThe 12-hour Standard Mental Health First Aid course is for any interested adult\, community group\, school corporate organisation. \nYou will learn how to assist an adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves\, using a practical\, evidence-based action plan. \nThis course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals. \nLearn about the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in adults\, how to provide initial help\, where and how to get professional help\, what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective\, and how to provide first aid in a crisis situation. This is an education course\, to learn how to give first aid to others\, and is not a therapy or support group. \nPlaces are limited. E-mail: admin@boiv.org.au to register your place.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-2/
LOCATION:BOIV\, 10 Cliveden Ct\, Thomastown\, Victoria\, 3074\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240823T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240823T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004637
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SUMMARY:Where Olive Trees Weep - Film Screening & Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:With over 40\,000 deaths in Gaza since October 7 and thousands more projected from famine\, disease and causalities\, listening to the stories of Palestinians under occupation and those in pursuit of justice is more important than ever. \n‘Where Olive Trees Weep’ follows the emotional journeys of journalists Ashira Darwish and Amira Hass\, activist Ahed Tamimi\, and Dr Gabor Maté to uncover the ongoing trauma 75 years after the Nakba. The film provides background on the current crisis in Israel/Palestine and sheds light on human stories of intergenerational pain\, trauma\, and resilience. The documentary aims to touch your heart\, stir compassion and understanding\, and inspire a pursuit of justice. For without justice\, peace remains an empty slogan. \nThe event will also include a panel discussion with professionals from pro-Palestinian and Palestinian community members post-screening. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with a powerful piece of Palestinian storytelling\, and an insightful exploration on the past\, present and future of resistance. \nDate: Friday\, August 23rd 2024 \nTime: 6:30pm – 9:30pm \nLocation: Unimelb\, 198 Berkeley Street\, Carlton \nTickets: $10 (ticket prices displayed in USD online)
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/where-olive-trees-weep-film-screening-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:unimelb\, 198 Berkeley Street\, Carlton\, Victoria\, 3053\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240819T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240819T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004637
CREATED:20240730T233030Z
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SUMMARY:Faith & Meaning Making - Evidence Based Transcultural Support for Grieving Muslims
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Our Online Workshop: Faith and Meaning Making – Evidence-Based Transcultural Support for Grieving Muslims ⁠\n⁠\nEnhance your culturally and spiritually sensitive mental health practice with insights from a four-year research study on grieving Muslims in Australia. This online workshop provides evidence-based strategies for exceptional transcultural care.⁠\n⁠\n📅 Date: August 19th – 9:30 am – 3:30 pm⁠\n💻 Online Platform: Zoom⁠\n⁠\n🔹 What You’ll Learn:⁠\n⁠\n– A 7-step approach to culturally and spiritually informed care⁠\n– Integration of the biopsychosocial-spiritual model⁠\n– Bridging gaps between public/private and secular/religious support systems⁠\n⁠\n🔹 Why Attend?⁠\n⁠\n– Evidence-based practices for improved client care⁠\n– Collaboration opportunities with public/private sectors⁠\n– Empowerment to address culture and faith in therapeutic settings⁠\n⁠\nDon’t miss this opportunity to advance your practice and confidently support grieving Muslims. ⁠ \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/x/faith-meaning-making-evidence-based-transcultural-support-for-grieving-muslims-tickets-952337235307
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/faith-meaning-making-evidence-based-transcultural-support-for-grieving-muslims/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240810T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240810T150000
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SUMMARY:Book Reading & Talk on Boundaries with author Magda Butler
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reading of the children’s book STOP: A Helpful Book on Boundaries written by author Magda Butler.\nThe book will be available for purchase during the event.\nAfter the reading\, there will be an engaging discussion on the topic of Boundaries with psychologist Senem Eren. \nTo secure your spot\, kindly send an email to admin@cmw.org.au expressing your interest in attending. \nIn collaboration with Ummah Jameelah Islamic Education
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/book-reading-talk-on-boundaries-with-author-magda-butler/
LOCATION:Ummah Jameelah\, Level 1\, 49 Bonwick Street\, Fawkner\, Victoria\, 3060\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240721T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240721T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004637
CREATED:20240624T003810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T003810Z
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Course
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health First Aid Certificate Training \nThe 12-hour Standard Mental Health First Aid course is for any interested adult\, community group\, school\, or corporate organisation. \nYou will learn how to assist an adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis is resolved\, using a practical\, evidence-based action plan. \nThis course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals. \nLearn about the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in adults\, how to provide initial help\, where and how to get professional help\, what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective\, and how to provide first aid in a crisis situation. This is an education course\, to learn how to give first aid to others\, and is not a therapy or support group.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/mental-health-first-aid-course/
LOCATION:Hallam Masjid\, 131 - 133 Hallam Belgrave Road\, Narre Warren North\, VIC\, Australia\, Victoria\, Narren Warren North\, Victoria\, 3804\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240706T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240706T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004637
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SUMMARY:Dealing with Trials and Tribulations from an Islamic Psychological Framework: A Case Study
DESCRIPTION:Dealing with Trials and Tribulations from an Islamic Psychological Framework: A Case Study \nPresented by renowned experts: Prof. Suleyman Derin (Marmara University Faculty of Theology\, Turkey; Board Member\, International Students of Islamic Psychology) and Seyed Jamaluddin Miri (Counsellor; Islamic Psychotherapy Practitioner\, Sweden; Co-founder of International Students of Islamic Psychology and the Al-Balkhi Institute of Islamic Psychological Studies and Research) \nJoin us for an insightful exploration of a case study that demonstrates case formulation and intervention methods rooted in traditional Islamic psychotherapeutic models. This session is open to all Muslim mental health practitioners who are eager to expand their knowledge and interest in the evolving field of Islamic Psychotherapy\, and to enhance their therapeutic skills in working with Muslim clients.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/dealing-with-trials-and-tribulations-from-an-islamic-psychological-framework-a-case-study/
LOCATION:Islamic Museum of Australia\, 15A Anderson Rd\, 3071\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240607T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240607T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004637
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SUMMARY:Supporting Muslims in Times of Grief Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ensuring Cross-Cultural Understanding & Evidence Based Care \nAustralia’s ever-evolving transcultural milieu has been apparent for decades. In the spirit of enhancing culturally and spiritually sensitive mental health practice\, this workshop presents findings of a four-year research exploring the needs of grieving Muslims and the support systems available. This half-day workshop provides evidence-based theory and equips mental health professionals and supporting stakeholders with strategies to provide exceptional transcultural care and support for Muslims in Australia. \nBeing culturally diverse and aware of Islamic values does not make practitioners culturally and spiritually responsive. Exploring matters of culture and faith are often awkward to broach\, yet they play a prominent role amongst Muslims\, in grief and loss. Culturally and spiritually practice is crucial to avoid: \n\nMisdiagnosis\nNaïve cultural competence\nMisinterpretation\nInadequate support\n\nStaying abreast of evidence-based practice contribute significantly to a practitioner’s approach\, client’s experience of care\, client’s quality of care\, client’s perception of the standard of care\, and subsequently\, client’s retention. \nContent \nParticipants will benefit from: \n– A deeper understanding of how loss is organised in the psyche \n– Developing heterogenous cultural literacy \n– An understanding of the impacts of loss during the pandemic and its relevance to migrant and CALD populations \n– Awareness of the barriers and limitations when supporting the Muslim cohort \n– In-depth insights into the latest research and best practices in transcultural mental health care informed by other practitioners \n– The biopsychosocio-spiritual model \nLearning Objectives  \n\nA practical 7-step approach to confidently and sensitively explore religion and spirituality with grieving Muslims\nLearning Meaning Making/ Meaning Reconstruction Model\nRevisit the existential Islamic framework on grief\nDevelop awareness around Prolonged Grief\, Traumatic Grief\, Complicated Grief & Disenfranchised Grief\nLearn how to ground clients retraumatized clients during assessment\, intake\, or therapy\nUnderstand the difference between religion and spirituality differ\nCollaborate and develop relevant referral pathways\n\nParticipants will also receive: \n\n100-page Culturally-Informed Trauma Workbook\nA tip sheet on relevant exploratory questions\nA list of spiritual styles\nA selection of existential literature for practitioners and clients\n\nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will have an increased understanding of the grief landscape and transcultural support informed by practitioners and religious leaders themselves. It also reminds us of the value of embracing elements of transcendence in therapeutic practices. \nParticipants will also be inspired to build bridges between the gaps of public and private sector support\, as well as religious and secular support. From evidence-based interventions to collegial exploration\, attendees will be empowered to explore matters of culture and faith confidently within Australia’s contemporary population. \nMode of delivery \nFace to face \nCost: $90 includes training manual and refreshments \nRegistration link:  \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/supporting-muslims-in-times-of-grief-ensuring-cross-cultural-understanding-tickets-899009039237?aff=oddtdtcreator \nAbout the Facilitator:  \nDr. Amirah Shah is a registered psychotherapist and professional supervisor who specialises in transcultural grief and trauma. Her academic background is in psychology and counselling. She has been in the mental health industry in Singapore and Australia since 2009. As a practitioner and a lecturer\, her experience spans over working with children and adults presenting with a range of diversity such as neurodiversity\, disability\, PTSD & CPTSD\, end-of-life care and chronic illness\, intercultural relationships\, as well as grief and loss. Her PhD research explored the phenomenology of how grief interacted with faith amongst Muslims in SEQ\, and the transcultural support available in the region. She is a published author of a children’s book on navigating grief titled\, The Truck Family. She also hosts a podcast show on mental health called Science of the Soul in her free time.”
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/supporting-muslims-in-times-of-grief-workshop/
LOCATION:180 Gaffney Street #Shop 2 Coburg North\, VIC 3058\, 180 Gaffney Street\, Coburg North\, Victoria\, 3058\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240603T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004637
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SUMMARY:Cultural intelligence in Mental health Care (Level 1)
DESCRIPTION:This 2 Day program will use the Cultural intelligence (CQ) model to explore culturally intelligent mental health care with Muslim clients \n\nWhy do we need to attend to our client’s culture and our own cultural background in mental health practice?\nHow do the concepts of mental ill-health and wellbeing differ among people from different cultural backgrounds?\nHow does therapist racial awareness and cultural competence influence the success of therapy for the clients we work with?\nHow do Muslims conceptualise symptoms of mental ill-health and what types of help-seeking and coping behaviours might they draw on?\n\nAbout the Workshop: \nThis 6 module series aims to improve Mental health practitioner cultural responsiveness to work more effectively with Australian Muslim clients. This is a wonderful opportunity for mental health practitioners to engage in some reflective cultural self-awareness to improve therapeutic outcomes with Muslim clients. Participants will receive soft copies of resources developed in the project and receive a certificate of completion (CQ1) upon attendance of all sessions. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise the role of culture and counsellor cultural responsiveness as an ethical obligation.\nUnderstand and apply the Cultural Intelligence (CQ) model as a framework to work effectively with clients in mental health contexts\nAnalyse cultural value dimensions and how they may be used to guide counselling assessment and practice ;\nUnderstand sociolinguistics in the counselling room to improve counsellor-client rapport and relationship\nApply critical reflection and awareness of self-identity with a view to how that identity can impact one’s counselling practice.\nAnalyse the advantages and limitations of using psychological assessment in a multicultural context\nDevelop an in depth understanding of working effectively with Muslim clients\n\nTarget Audience: \nMental heath practitioners\, psychologists\, clinical social workers\, counsellors who work in mental health and wellbeing \nThis course will cover: \nModule 1: Culture and cultural intelligence in mental health care\nModule 2: Working effectively with Muslim clients\nModule 3: Cultural values in the counselling room (Part A)\nModule 4: Cultural values in the counselling room (Part B)\nModule 5: Cross cultural communication in the counselling room\nModule 6: Assessment tools to harness culture in the counselling room \nCost: \nEarly-Bird: $200 (Pre May 20th\, 2024) \nRegular $300 (Post May 20th\, 2024) \nDates\, Duration & Delivery: This workshop is run in-person over 2 days and will cover 6 modules of CQ Level 1 over 2 days (3 modules per day): \n3rd of June\, 2024: 10am – 4:00pm \n4th of June\, 2024: 10am – 4:00pm \nRegistrations: \nRegistrations close 31st of May 2024. Registrations are essential \nRegistration Link: Click here to register \nFacilitator: \nMonique Toohey is a registered Psychologist and certified Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Advisor (USA) and has trained staff from over 360 organisations in cultural competence. For 6 years she was the Lead Lecturer of Multicultural Counselling and Culture and Psychology at the Australian Catholic University and is a regular guest lecturer at universities both nationally and internationally. She has also delivered organisational training programs in Turkey\, Indonesia\, and Malaysia. \nMonique is a well-known advocate for Mental health awareness and family violence among Muslim and culturally diverse communities. She also has extensive clinical experience delivering psychological services\, assessment and group programs to Muslim clients across the lifespan for the past 25 years. She pioneered psychological services in most Islamic schools across Melbourne and has extensive work experience with Muslim young people\, women and couples. She has also provided numerous internships and supervised up and coming psychologists and counsellors from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds for the past 2 decades\, many of which launching their own careers in Islamic schools and private practices. \nIn 2021 she featured in the Amazon Prime Video docuseries titled UNHEARD\, which investigated racism in Australia and in 2019 delivered ‘Culture eats individuality for breakfast’ at TEDx Docklands. She is often invited by ABC news to provide psychological insights on a range of topics from mental health to multiculturalism. She has been featured on LateLine\, The Australian\, The Age\, The Herald-Sun\, ABC and 3AW radio. She was a speaker at the 2016 Melbourne Writer’s Festival and is the Author of multiple publications.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/cultural-intelligence-in-mental-health-care-level-1-2/
LOCATION:Jack Dyer Pavilion\, Jack Dyer Community Room  Highett Street Richmond\, VIC 3121\, Highett Street Richmond\, VIC 3121\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3121\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240525T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
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SUMMARY:Connecting With Today Teens
DESCRIPTION:Workshop for teens designed to help parents teach their teenage children how to control and express their emotions\n\n\n\nFree Admission\n\nWhen: May 25\, 6-8pm\n\nWhere: Melbourne Grand Mosque\, 70 Wootten Rd\, Tarneit\n\n\nRegistration Link: https://bit.ly/4bClqvn
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/connecting-with-today-teens/
LOCATION:Melbourne Grand Mosque\, 70 Wootten Road\, Tarneit\, Victoria\, 3029\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240523T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240523T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20240507T004728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T004728Z
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SUMMARY:INTRODUCTORY WEBINAR CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever thought about how your own culturally informed values influence how you work with clients and how you are viewed by the clients and communities you work with? \nWhat are some practical strategies you can apply in first sessions or meetings with clients that encourage them to engage with the treatment process? \nThis webinar aims to highlight the importance of improving Mental health practitioner cultural intelligence\, to support the cultural safety andmental health outcomes of the diverse clients and communities we work with. \n\nHarnessing cultural knowledge and cultural values for better engagement in mental health care.\nIntroduction to Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and The CQ Model.\nA brief overview of the Cultural Intelligence in Mental Health Care (Level 1 and Level 2) courses conducted by the Centre for Muslim Wellbeing (CMW)\n\nThis is a wonderful opportunity for mental health practitioners to engage in some reflective cultural self-awareness\, and to understand the basics of the cultural intelligence model applied to Mental Health care. \nRegister here: https://www.trybooking.com/CRPOV \nAbout the Facilitator: \nMonique Toohey is a registered Psychologist and certified CulturalIntelligence (CQ) Advisor. She is Managing Director and Principal Psychologist at Nasihah Consulting Group and Co-Founder of the Centre for Muslim Wellbeing. For 6 years she was the Lead Lecturer of Multicultural Counselling and Culture and Psychology at the Australian Catholic University and is a regular guest lecturer at universities both nationally and internationally. She has also delivered organisational training programs in Turkey\, Indonesia\, and Malaysia. \nMonique is a well-known advocate for Mental health awareness and family violence among Muslim and culturally diverse communities. She also has extensive clinical experience delivering psychological services\, assessment and group programs to Muslim clients across the lifespan for the past 25 years. She pioneered psychological services in most Islamic schools across Melbourne and has extensive work experience with Muslim young people\, women and couples. She has also provided numerous internships and supervised up and coming psychologists and counsellors from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds for the past 2 decades\, many of which launching their own careers in Islamic schools and private practices. \nIn 2021 she featured in the Amazon Prime Video docuseries titled UNHEARD\, which investigated racism in Australia and in 2019 delivered ‘Culture eats individuality for breakfast’ at TEDx Docklands. She is often invited by ABC news to provide psychological insights on a range of topics from mental health to multiculturalism. She has been featured on LateLine\, The Australian\, The Age\, The Herald-Sun\, ABC and 3AW radio. She was a speaker at the 2016 Melbourne Writer’s Festival and is the Author of multiple publications. \n 
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/introductory-webinar-cultural-intelligence-in-mental-health-care/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240303T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20240227T050146Z
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SUMMARY:Wellbeing Fair
DESCRIPTION:BOARDING NOW: A Spiritual Journey to Mental Wellness \nA wellbeing fair by Six Degrees & CMW \nThis full day exposition of workshops\, stalls\, conferences and Q&As will feature over 10 different ways for you to trial what wellness methods and therapies suit you best. Workshops include\, calligraphy\, journaling and self-reflection and much more! \nGet your boarding passes and meet us at the gate to depart on a journey of mental education and exploration! \nDate: Sunday March 3rd 2024 \nTime: 2-8pm \nLocation: University of Melbourne
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/wellbeing-fair/
LOCATION:University of Melbourne\, University of Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240301T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240301T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20240209T112750Z
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SUMMARY:Reclaiming Our Narrative: An Evening Exploring Our Rich Islamic Mental Health Tradition
DESCRIPTION:🕌 Reclaiming Our Narrative: An Evening Exploring Our Rich Islamic Mental Health Tradition 🌙 \nYou’re invited to an exclusive evening of exploration and enlightenment as we rediscover our narrative through the lens of our profound Islamic mental health tradition. \nJoin us for a captivating dinner event featuring renowned speakers Dr Hooman Kesharvazi and Dr Fahd Khan from the Khalil Centre. Together\, we’ll delve into the depths of Islamic psychotherapy\, unravelling the intricacies of the Islamic perspective on mental health and wellbeing. \nTickets for this thought-provoking evening are limited\, so secure your spot today to ensure you take advantage of this unique opportunity. \nTicket Price: $80 includes Dinner and refreshments \nTicket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/reclaiming-our-narrative-with-dr-hooman-kesharvazi-tickets-823178277387?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/reclaiming-our-narrative-an-evening-exploring-our-rich-islamic-mental-health-tradition/
LOCATION:Al Mina Restaurant – 1/624 Sydney Rd\, Brunswick VIC 3056\, 1/624 Sydney Rd\, Brunswick VIC 3056\, Brunswick\, Victoria\, 3056\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231217T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231217T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20231218T011458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T011458Z
UID:7369-1702832400-1702837800@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Nurturing Resilience: Supporting Emotional Health During a Crisis Online Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Nurturing Resilience: Supporting Emotional Health During a Crisis \n🗓️ Date: Sunday\, 17th of December\n🕕 Time: 5 pm – 6:15 pm AEST\n🏢 Venue: Online via Zoom \nThis panel aims to equip participants with a nuanced understanding of emotional intelligence\, strategies for fostering hope\, building resilience\, and effectively addressing compassion fatigue\, ensuring a holistic approach to navigating and responding to crises. \n🧕👳 Who Should Attend?\n🔸 This workshop is designed for health professionals\, community leaders\, and advocates.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/nurturing-resilience-supporting-emotional-health-during-a-crisis-online-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231202T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231202T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20231218T010850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T010850Z
UID:7364-1701514800-1701523800@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:"Listening to Horses" Equine Therapy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:“Listening to Horses” Equine Therapy Workshop \nThe Equine Approach invites you to “Listening to Horses”- a unique experience connecting\, listening to\, and learning from horses. The focus of the session will be on creating awareness of self and practising mindfulness in the company of the horses. \nCost: $25\, with all proceeds being donated to Gaza
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/listening-to-horses-equine-therapy-workshop/
LOCATION:460 Wildwood Road\, Wildwood\, 460 Wildwood Road\, Wildwood\, Victoria\, 3429\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231104T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20231218T011155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T011155Z
UID:7367-1699092000-1699097400@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Healing Hearts: Gaza and Palestine Critical Incident Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Attention: Imams\, Mental health professionals\, community mental health first-aiders\, counsellors\, and support workers.⁠ \nHealing Hearts: Gaza and Palestine Critical Incident Workshop\n⁠\n📅 *Date:* 4th of November 2023⁠\n🕒 *Time:* 10 am – 11:30 am⁠\n📍 *Location:* Virtual event on Zoom⁠\n⁠\nThis workshop is designed to offer a safe space for support\, healing\, and connection\, as well as equip participants with the tools and knowledge to effectively manage the impact of critical incidents and provide support to others.⁠\n⁠\nHere’s what you can expect:⁠\n⁠\n🧠 *Understanding Trauma:* Insights into the impact of trauma on individuals and communities.⁠\n💆‍♀️ *Healing Strategies:* Coping strategies and healing techniques.⁠\n🤝 *Support and Solidarity:* Connect with others who share similar experiences.⁠\n💪 *Building Resilience:* Discover ways to strengthen your emotional well-being.⁠\n🤲 *Community Empowerment:* Explore avenues for collective healing and empowerment.⁠\n🧠*Discover how CISD can provide immediate psychological support.*⁠\n⁠\nWho Should Attend:⁠\n⁠\n• Mental health professionals\, mental health first-aiders\, counsellors\, and support workers.⁠\n⁠\nWhy Attend:⁠\n⁠\n• Find support and healing in a safe and understanding environment.⁠\n• Join a community of individuals dedicated to fostering resilience and hope.⁠\n• Learn from an experienced facilitator who specialises in trauma and crisis response.⁠\n• Enhance your ability to manage stress and emotional responses.⁠\n• Equip yourself to provide support to friends\, family\, and the community in times of crisis.⁠\n• Ensure your well-being and resilience in high-stress situations.⁠\n⁠\n👥 *Facilitator:* Monique Toohey\, an experienced facilitator with expertise in trauma management\, stress reduction\, and psychological support in critical incident situations.⁠\n⁠\n📝 *Registration Information:* Registration is free⁠\nTo register scan or link here :\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/…/tZwpceyuqDItHNyW4TWDnaWB8B7…\n⁠\nThis is an initiative of Shifa Project and supported by CMW. \nPlease follow @shifa.projects for updates: https://www.instagram.com/shifa.project/
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/healing-hearts-gaza-and-palestine-critical-incident-workshop/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231005T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230907T234131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T234131Z
UID:7294-1696528800-1696539600@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Mindful Connections - Muslim Mental Health Practitioner Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:🤝 Why Attend Mindful Connections? \n🌐 Expand Your Network: Engage with a diverse assembly of experienced mental health practitioners from various specialties and backgrounds.\n🌻 Community Empowerment: Collaborate with like-minded mental health practitioners to develop strategies that promote holistic wellbeing within the Muslim community.\n🧠 Cultural Competence: Gain a deeper understanding of the unique cultural and religious factors that influence mental health practices for Muslims.\n🧠 Exchange Ideas: Participate in thought-provoking discussions about the latest trends\, research\, and challenges in the field.\n💼 Professional Opportunities: Discover potential collaborations\, partnerships\, and career pathways.\n📚 Continuous Learning: Gain fresh insights from your peers and their experiences\, fostering your professional development.\n⏱️ Time-Limited Chats: Each interaction is designed to be short\, impactful\, and memorable.\n🌟 Engaging Conversations: Connect on a deeper level as you discuss intriguing psychological insights and personal experiences. \n💬 Event Highlights: \n🔹 Special Guest: Dr Abdallah Rothman – Uncover the intersections of psychology and Islamic teachings from an industry expert with plenty of opportunities for Q n A’\n🔹 Networking Sessions: Connect with fellow mental health practitioners during structured networking intervals to build collaborative relationships. \n🧕👳 This event is EXCLUSIVE for? \n🔸 Muslim Mental Health Practitioners\n🔸 Mental Health Practitioners with a special interest in Cultural Competency \n🎟️ Refreshments are provided and spots are limited. Reserve your spot by following this link: Register Here! This is your chance to be part of an inclusive and dynamic network dedicated to advancing Muslim mental wellbeing.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/mindful-connections-muslim-mental-health-practitioner-networking-event/
LOCATION:Islamic Museum of Australia\, 15A Anderson Rd\, 3071\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3071\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230904T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230831T023159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T023159Z
UID:7289-1693821600-1693828800@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Self Care - Art Therapy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an Art Therapy workshop with psychologist and sensorimotor therapist Dakhylina Madkhul focusing on Self Care.\nTreat yourself to some self care using the creative and gentle approaches using Art Therapy in a safe and comfortable environment with other women. \nBrought to you by CMW\, Rumah Madania and IMCV \n  \n 
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/self-care-art-therapy-workshop/
LOCATION:Onespace by Madina\, Unit 3/52 Smith Road\, Springvale\, Victoria\, 3171\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230903T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230831T022351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T022351Z
UID:7286-1693735200-1693742400@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Self Care - The Power of Positive Parenting
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Amina Mah for an engaging and interactive workshop aimed at parents\, caregivers\, educators\, and community members as she examines the various aspects of children’s wellbeing through an Islamic and positive wellbeing framework including practical strategies and resources for nurturing their growth. \nSisters Only \nRegister – Scan barcode \nRegistration link: http://Bit.ly/Nhaparents
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/self-care-the-power-of-positive-parenting/
LOCATION:albanian islamic centre of Dandenong\, Dalgety St\, Dandenong South VIC 3175\, Dandenong South\, Victoria\, 3175\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230802T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230802T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230607T062506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T063504Z
UID:7274-1691002800-1691010000@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Unshakeable Confidence - A Leadership Immersion Program for Muslim Women⁠
DESCRIPTION:This is an invitation for women in the Muslim community to apply for a scholarship to participate in a 4-month leadership development program. The program is designed to support Muslim women wanting to cultivate greater levels of confidence and wellbeing as empowered leaders in their communities\, families and workplaces. \nThis leadership development program is being facilitated by Dr. Rachel Wheeler and Dr. Tracey Hunter – psychologists and co-founders of The Wellbeing Codes and supported by Dr. Senem Eren. The program will include cutting edge methods to address the limiting beliefs that are commonly experienced by Muslim women who have a desire to play a leadership role in their communities\, families and workplaces. There will be opportunities to explore the unhelpful patterns – “schemas” – that can create fear and doubt in people as they pursue a leadership path and step into the arena. This program is aimed at shifting these schemas and tapping into more empowered aspects of the self that can support sustainable leaders who are confident in their ability to have influence in their leadership roles – whether that is with their family members at home\, or in the wider community including their spiritual practice and at work. \nThe program includes both an online live training and coaching component\, as well as a 2-day live event in Melbourne to consolidate the learnings from the online program as well as develop a sense of community and shared experience within the community. \nThe group coaching program will include fortnightly Zoom calls over 4 months – alternating between a live training and Q&A session\, as well as group coaching call on the alternate fortnight. \nWho Can Apply? \nThis leadership program is open to Muslim women who: \n\nReside in Victoria\nActively engage in the Muslim community\nAre over the age of 18\n\nHow to Apply?  \nClick on the following link to apply now. \nTo find our more visit: https://cmw.org.au/our-services/training-capacity/ ⁠or email us at admin@cmw.org\,au
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/unshakeable-confidence-a-leadership-immersion-program-for-muslim-women%e2%81%a0/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230604T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230526T055224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T055224Z
UID:7242-1685865600-1685898000@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Positive Relationships through Play and Art - June 2023
DESCRIPTION:Geelong Islamic society’s (ISG) upcoming workshop with CMW and psychologist Gulcin Buyukyazici on Positive Relationships through Play and Art. \nThis session is for 13 -18 year olds.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/positive-relationships-through-play-and-art-june-2023/
LOCATION:Islamic Society of Geelong\, 45-47 Bostock Ave\, Manifold Heights VIC 3218\, Manifold Heights\, Victoria\, 3218\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230526T054911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T055415Z
UID:7240-1685269800-1685277000@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Positive Relationships through Play and Art - May 2023
DESCRIPTION:Geelong Islamic society’s (ISG) upcoming workshop with CMW and psychologist Gulcin Buyukyazici on Positive Relationships through Play and Art \nSession 1 is for 5 -7 year olds and is on from 10:30am – 11:30am \nSession 2 is for 8 – 12 years olds and is from 11:30am – 12:30pm
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/7240/
LOCATION:Islamic Society of Geelong\, 45-47 Bostock Ave\, Manifold Heights VIC 3218\, Manifold Heights\, Victoria\, 3218\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230501T235817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T013340Z
UID:7235-1684776600-1684787400@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for our community in Mental Health First Aid! \nLearn skills and gain confidence to assist community members experiencing mental health problems.\nFully subsidised by CMW and support of Hume City Council and Victorian State Government \nAbout the course: \nThis is an early intervention training program designed to mobilise and empower Muslim communities by equipping people with the knowledge and confidence to recognise\, connect and respond to someone experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis. This is an educational course to learn how to give first aid to others and is not a therapy or support group. This is a 12 hour course split across 4 days into 3 hour session. To receive certification you will be required to attend all sessions. \nVenue: Broadmeadows Community Hub\n182 Widford St Broadmeadows\nWhen: Monday 22\, 29 May and 5 June\n5.30-8.30pm \nLight refreshments will be provided \nLimited spaces left so please register ASAP by sending an email to: admin@cmw.org.au
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/mental-health-first-aid-training/
LOCATION:Broadmeadows Community Hub\, 182 Widford Street\, Broadmeadows\, Victoria\, 3047\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230502T000251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T000251Z
UID:7237-1684663200-1684672200@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Forest Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on our Forest Therapy Workshop for some time connecting to nature and improving your Mental Health. Places are limited so registrations are essential. This event is supported by the Victorian State government. \nTo register please email admin@cmw.org\,au
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/forest-therapy/
LOCATION:Darebin Parklands\, Separation Street\, Alphington\, Separation Street\, Alphington\, Victoria\, 3078\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230329T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20221214T233856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T234433Z
UID:7190-1680084000-1680105600@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Cultural intelligence in Mental health Care (Level 2)
DESCRIPTION:This 2 Day virtual webinar program will use the Cultural intelligence (CQ) model to explore culturally intelligent mental health care with Muslim clients and aims to improve Mental health practitioner cultural responsiveness to work more effectively with Australian Muslim clients. \n\nWhy do we need to attend to our client’s culture and our own cultural background in mental health practice?\nHow do the concepts of mental ill-health and wellbeing differ among people from different cultural backgrounds?\nHow does therapist racial awareness and cultural competence influence the success of therapy for the clients we work with?\nHow do Muslims conceptualise symptoms of mental ill-health and what types of help-seeking and coping behaviours might they draw on?\n\nThis course builds on the introductory course: Cultural Intelligence in Mental Health Care Level 1 and explores core issues that may be elicited when working with Australian Muslims\, common psychological presentations and strategies to engage Australian Muslims in mental health care. Level 1 course completion is not pre-requisite to participation in the Level 2 course. For participants who have not previously attended Level 1\, you will be provided with some further introductory readings that will enhance your understanding of concepts covered in Level 2. \nAbout the workshop: \nThis 6 module webinar series aims to improve Mental health practitioner cultural responsiveness to work more effectively with Australian Muslim clients. This is a wonderful opportunity for mental health practitioners to engage in some reflective cultural self-awareness to improve therapeutic outcomes with Muslim clients. Participants will receive soft copies of resources developed in the project and receive a certificate of completion (CQ2) upon attendance of all sessions. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise the role of culture and counsellor cultural responsiveness as an ethical obligation.\nUnderstand and apply the Cultural Intelligence (CQ) model as a framework to work effectively with clients in mental health contexts\nAnalyse cultural value dimensions and how they may be used to guide counselling assessment and practice ;\nUnderstand sociolinguistics in the counselling room to improve counsellor-client rapport and relationship\nApply critical reflection and awareness of self-identity with a view to how that identity can impact one’s counselling practice.\nAnalyse the advantages and limitations of using psychological assessment in a multicultural context\nDevelop an in depth understanding of working effectively with Muslim clients\n\nTarget Audience:  \nThis ONLINE course is suited to a range of mental health practitioners including psychologists\, counsellors\, support workers\, clinical social workers and youth workers. \nThis course will cover:  \nModule 1: Reviewing the CQ model in the Mental health care of Australian Muslims\nModule 2: Understanding psycho-social-spiritual coping mechanisms drawn on by Muslims to deal with distress and foster wellbeing. (Part A)\nModule 3: Understanding psycho-social-spiritual coping mechanisms drawn on by Muslims to deal with distress and foster wellbeing. (Part B)\nModule 4: Empathic confrontation: Challenging cultural scripts for change\nModule 5: The psychological impact of Racism\, Islamophobia\, and stereotypes on Muslim mental health.\nModule 6: Culturally intelligent Mental health promotion. Strategies to engage Muslim communities and clients in mental health care. \nCost: \nEarly-Bird: $200 (Pre March 16th\, 2023) \nRegular $300 (Post March 16th\, 2023) \nDates\, Duration & Delivery: \nThis virtual workshop is run over zoom and will cover 6 modules of CQ Level 2 over 2 days (3 modules per day): \n29th of March\, 2023: 10am – 4:00pm \n30th of March\, 2023: 10am – 4:00pm \nRegistrations: \nRegistrations close 24th of March 2023. Registrations are essential \nRegistration Link: Click here to register \nFacilitator: \nMonique Toohey is a registered Psychologist and certified Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Advisor (USA) and has trained staff from over 360 organisations in cultural competence. For 6 years she was the Lead Lecturer of Multicultural Counselling and Culture and Psychology at the Australian Catholic University and is a regular guest lecturer at universities both nationally and internationally. She has also delivered organisational training programs in Turkey\, Indonesia\, and Malaysia. \nMonique is a well-known advocate for Mental health awareness and family violence among Muslim and culturally diverse communities. She also has extensive clinical experience delivering psychological services\, assessment and group programs to Muslim clients across the lifespan for the past 25 years. She pioneered psychological services in most Islamic schools across Melbourne and has extensive work experience with Muslim young people\, women and couples. She has also provided numerous internships and supervised up and coming psychologists and counsellors from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds for the past 2 decades\, many of which launching their own careers in Islamic schools and private practices. \nIn 2021 she featured in the Amazon Prime Video docuseries titled UNHEARD\, which investigated racism in Australia and in 2019 delivered ‘Culture eats individuality for breakfast’ at TEDx Docklands. She is often invited by ABC news to provide psychological insights on a range of topics from mental health to multiculturalism. She has been featured on LateLine\, The Australian\, The Age\, The Herald-Sun\, ABC and 3AW radio. She was a speaker at the 2016 Melbourne Writer’s Festival and is the Author of multiple publications.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/cultural-intelligence-in-mental-health-care-level-2/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230227T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230227T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20230222T235407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T235407Z
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Disastrous and devastating events\, especially those events that are unpredicted\, are the spawning ground for psychological trauma\nIn light of the recent tragedies\, with the earthquakes in Turkiye and Syria\, our next Be Well will be focused on Coping with Tragedy with special guest and psychologist Toltu Tufa⁠\nTune in to learn some practical strategies to help build resilience and understanding.\n⁠\nWe will be streaming it via FB live where you will have a chance to ask questions\, or you can send through any questions to admin@cmw.org.au⁠
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/7207/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221022T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221022T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20221012T041855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T041855Z
UID:7151-1666436400-1666447200@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Mental Health and Wellbeing Pop-Up Hub @ Geelong
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us on Saturday the 22nd of October in Geelong for a pop-up Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub. This family friendly event is free. Please note this is not a therapy or support group service but an opportunity for participants to engage in holistic activities that will improve their mental health literacy and wellbeing. \nWhat’s happening on the day: \n\nMental Health Awareness Workshop that will explore stigma and coping strategies\nArt Therapy activities hosted by psychologist\, Dhakylina Makdul\nHeadspace Geelong will be talking about their centre and other health and wellbeing supports for the community\n\n 
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/mental-health-and-wellbeing-pop-up-hub-geelong/
LOCATION:Islamic Society of Geelong\, 45-47 Bostock Ave\, Manifold Heights VIC 3218\, Manifold Heights\, Victoria\, 3218\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221011T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20221003T224039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T224734Z
UID:7145-1665509400-1665520200@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid - Training for our community
DESCRIPTION:Update: \nThank you to everyone for the overwhelming interest in attending the Mental Health First Aid Workshop next week⁠\n⁠\nDue to limited numbers allowed for the training and significant demand unfortunately registrations are now closed. We are planning on holding two more sessions of this workshop in early December 2022.⁠\n⁠\nIf you are interested in attending those sessions\, then we are happy to include you in to the wait-list for future workshops.  \nMental Health First Aid. Training for our community  \nLearn skills & gain confidence to assist community members experiencing Mental Health problems \nAbout the course:  \nThis is an early-intervention training program designed to mobilise and empower Muslim communities by equipping people with the knowledge and confidence to recognise\, connect and respond to someone experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis. This is an education course\, to learn how to give first aid to others\, and is not a therapy or support group. This is a 12 hours course split across 4 days into 3 hour sessions. To receive certification you will be required to attend all sessions. \nVenue\, Day and Time: Broadmeadows Community Hub\, 11th\, 18th\, 25th and 26th of October 2022 from 5:30pm – 8:30pm \nCost: Free (this course has been subsidised with the support of CMW and Hume City Council) but places are limited. \nRSVP by the 10th of October\, 2022 to admin@cmw.org.au \nLight Refreshments will be provided \n  \n 
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-for-our-community/
LOCATION:Broadmeadows Community Hub\, 182 Widford Street\, Broadmeadows\, Victoria\, 3047\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220930T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
CREATED:20220927T062542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T062542Z
UID:7142-1664535600-1664539200@cmw.org.au
SUMMARY:Mental Health & Wellbeing Workshop with Merri-bek City Council
DESCRIPTION:CMW in collaboration with Merri-bek City Council will be holding a mental health and wellbeing workshop for the Muslim community in Fawkner.\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by psychologist Sundas Rehman and will touch on stigma\, stress and anxiety in women and children\n\n\nEveryone is welcome to attend on the day.\nIf you would like more information please contact admin@cmw.org.au
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/mental-health-wellbeing-workshop-with-merri-bek-city-council/
LOCATION:Merri Food Hub Senior Citizens Centre\, 79 Jukes Road\, Fawkner\, Victoria\, 3060\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220914T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T004638
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SUMMARY:Cultural intelligence in Mental health Care (Level 1)
DESCRIPTION:This 2 Day virtual webinar program will use the Cultural intelligence (CQ) model to explore culturally intelligent mental health care with Muslim clients \n\n\n\nWhy do we need to attend to our client’s culture and our own cultural background in mental health practice?\nHow do the concepts of mental ill-health and wellbeing differ among people from different cultural backgrounds?\nHow does therapist racial awareness and cultural competence influence the success of therapy for the clients we work with?\nHow do Muslims conceptualise symptoms of mental ill-health and what types of help-seeking and coping behaviours might they draw on?\n\nAbout the workshop: \nThis 6 module webinar series aims to improve Mental health practitioner cultural responsiveness to work more effectively with Australian Muslim clients. This is a wonderful opportunity for mental health practitioners to engage in some reflective cultural self-awareness to improve therapeutic outcomes with Muslim clients. Participants will receive soft copies of resources developed in the project and receive a certificate of completion (CQ1) upon attendance of all sessions. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise the role of culture and counsellor cultural responsiveness as an ethical obligation.\nUnderstand and apply the Cultural Intelligence (CQ) model as a framework to work effectively with clients in mental health contexts\nAnalyse cultural value dimensions and how they may be used to guide counselling assessment and practice ;\nUnderstand sociolinguistics in the counselling room to improve counsellor-client rapport and relationship\nApply critical reflection and awareness of self-identity with a view to how that identity can impact one’s counselling practice.\nAnalyse the advantages and limitations of using psychological assessment in a multicultural context\nDevelop an in depth understanding of working effectively with Muslim clients\n\nTarget Audience: \nMental heath practitioners\, psychologists\, clinical social workers\, counsellors who work in mental health and wellbeing \nThis course will cover: \nModule 1: Culture and cultural intelligence in mental health care\nModule 2: Working effectively with Muslim clients\nModule 3: Cultural values in the counselling room (Part A)\nModule 4: Cultural values in the counselling room (Part B)\nModule 5: Cross cultural communication in the counselling room\nModule 6: Assessment tools to harness culture in the counselling room \nCost: \nEarly-Bird: $200 (Pre September 10th\, 2022) \nRegular $300 (Post September 10th\, 2022) \nDates\, Duration & Delivery: This virtual workshop is run over zoom and will cover 6 modules of CQ Level 1 over 2 days (3 modules per day): \n14th of September\, 2022: 10am – 3:30pm \n15th of September\, 2022: 10am – 3:30pm \nRegistrations:  \nRegistrations close 13th of September 2022. Registrations are essential \nRegistration Link: Click here to register \n\n\n\n\nFacilitator: \nMonique Toohey is a registered Psychologist and certified Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Advisor (USA) and has trained staff from over 360 organisations in cultural competence. For 6 years she was the Lead Lecturer of Multicultural Counselling and Culture and Psychology at the Australian Catholic University and is a regular guest lecturer at universities both nationally and internationally. She has also delivered organisational training programs in Turkey\, Indonesia\, and Malaysia. \nMonique is a well-known advocate for Mental health awareness and family violence among Muslim and culturally diverse communities. She also has extensive clinical experience delivering psychological services\, assessment and group programs to Muslim clients across the lifespan for the past 25 years. She pioneered psychological services in most Islamic schools across Melbourne and has extensive work experience with Muslim young people\, women and couples. She has also provided numerous internships and supervised up and coming psychologists and counsellors from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds for the past 2 decades\, many of which launching their own careers in Islamic schools and private practices. \nIn 2021 she featured in the Amazon Prime Video docuseries titled UNHEARD\, which investigated racism in Australia and in 2019 delivered ‘Culture eats individuality for breakfast’ at TEDx Docklands. She is often invited by ABC news to provide psychological insights on a range of topics from mental health to multiculturalism. She has been featured on LateLine\, The Australian\, The Age\, The Herald-Sun\, ABC and 3AW radio. She was a speaker at the 2016 Melbourne Writer’s Festival and is the Author of multiple publications.
URL:https://cmw.org.au/event/cultural-intelligence-in-mental-health-care-level-1/
LOCATION:zoom – virtual webinar
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