http://www.mmha.org.au daily 1 2006-04-19T01:59:55Z http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/darfur-australia-network-benefit-dinner Local Melbourne Darfuri women will be cooking a feast of traditional food from the Darfur region of Western Sudan in conjunction with an African infused catering company. No publisher admin Social Event 2008-07-01T04:22:35Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/responding-to-the-psychological-needs-of-immigration-detainees-the-ethics-of-treatment The Direct Services Co-ordinator of the Foundation House, Guy Coffey, will be examining ethical and clinical challenges that have arisen in providing mental health assistance to people detained in immigration detention. No publisher margarete Workshop 2008-07-03T04:34:00Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/psychopharmacology-workshop This workshop is designed to help non-medical mental health providers develop a better understanding of psychopharmacology so they can be a more informed member of the mental health care team. No publisher margarete Workshop 2008-04-30T07:01:40Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/developing-local-systems-of-care-for-children-adolescents-with-mental-health-needs-their-families The 2008 Institutes will focus on three "new directions" to strengthen systems of care and improve outcomes. Research and experience have clearly demonstrated that children with mental health needs are found in many systems-health, education, child welfare, juvenile justice, early childhood, substance abuse, and developmental disabilities. As a result, efforts to improve systems of care for children with mental health needs and their families have emphasized the need for collaboration and partnerships across service sectors. No publisher rosannac Conference 2007-11-29T05:26:17Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/did-you-know-exhibition The Community Relations Commission For a multicultural NSW is hosting a number of intercultural and multifaith events during World Youth Day 2008. No publisher margarete Social Event 2008-07-04T00:42:28Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/8th-international-conference-on-grief-and-bereavement-in-contemporary-society The 8th International Conference on Grief and Bereavement in Contemporary Society will include world-class keynote speakers, interactive workshops, cutting edge research papers and poster presentations. No publisher rosannac Conference 2007-11-29T05:26:17Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/australian-council-of-tesol-international-conference-pedagogies-of-connection-developing-individual-and-community-identities The focus of this conference is on the potential for TESOL pedagogies to make connections among individuals and communities. The conference will explore a range of TESOL pedagogies and their influences on the development of identities and relationships in diverse TESOL settings. This will include discussion of the role of language and culture within pedagogy. The keynote speakers are international leaders in the field, and conference participants will comprise TESOL educators and researchers from around the globe. No publisher rosannac Conference 2007-11-29T05:26:17Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/population-health-congress-2008-a-global-world-2013-practical-action-for-health-and-wellbeing Australasia's four population health professional organisations working together to strengthen the focus on Population Health in the region. No publisher rosannac Conference 2007-11-29T05:26:17Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/when-there-is-nothing-left-to-give-a-free-forum-for-staff The inability to meet the needs of our most vulnerable citizens is having an enormous impact on staff morale. Alison Tucker will workshop this forum specifically aimed at front line workers and will discuss how to keep your energy up and look after yourself in these increasingly stressful times. No publisher margarete Workshop 2008-06-25T04:29:05Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/recovery-taying-focused A workshop on recovery. Carer's, Relatives, Friends, Family, Students and Service Providers are all welcome to participate. No publisher margarete Workshop 2008-05-25T23:27:47Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/activating-human-rights-and-peace-an-international-conference The conference will have a mix of plenary sessions with invited papers, and panel sessions. The conference organisers welcome papers from scholars, researchers, postgraduates, activists, community groups and policy makers. No publisher margarete Conference 2008-05-12T02:37:59Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/launch-of-the-vietnamese-community-in-sydney-resource-book The new resource has been produced to help service providers who work with people from Vietnamese backgrounds. The book has been produced by STARTTS. It will be launched by the NSW Minister for Health and Member for Cabramatta, the Hon Reba Meagher No publisher margarete Meeting 2008-06-04T00:27:29Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/launch-of-the-sharing-our-stories-sharing-our-strengths-report As well as being a wonderful anthology of stories of survivors, the report contains a host of recommendations about what refugee community groups, service providers, government and media can do to help refugees overcome adversity and settle successfully in Australia. No publisher margarete Meeting 2008-06-03T23:08:33Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/skills-building-and-sharing-for-consumers Health Issues Centre presents a one-day event for experienced and new consumers to meet, share and develop in their roles. No publisher margarete Workshop 2008-06-11T00:33:41Z Event http://www.mmha.org.au/find/training-and-events/201cdealing-with-siblilng-rivalry A chance for parents to gain skills and knowledge to overcome the factors affecting sibling rivalry, recognise myths relating to siblings within the family and develop strategies to minimise conflict within the family. No publisher margarete Workshop 2008-06-02T07:00:06Z Event