About the webinar

The mental health experiences of Aboriginal peoples are intrinsically linked to historical and ongoing impacts, requiring culturally informed and trauma-aware professional support. This essential webinar, presented by an expert in Indigenous healing, provides a critical framework for understanding both the risk factors and protective behaviours influencing Aboriginal mental health.

The training addresses core issues deeply connected to Australia's history of invasion, including the profound grief associated with the loss of culture, land, and connection. It details the immense mental pressure stemming from the Stolen Generations and the impact of unresolved intergenerational trauma, alongside the damaging effects of discrimination and racism.

Secure your registration to gain expert cultural competency, enabling you to deliver effective, culturally safe care that respects the unique social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal clients. 

Learning outcomes

Participating in this online professional training will enable you to:

• Understand the critical mental pressure stemming from the Stolen Generations and the ongoing removal of children.
• Analyse the role of unresolved trauma as a major factor in Aboriginal health and an agent for various health conditions.
• Examine the impact of loss of identity and culture on mental wellbeing, including feelings of incompleteness.
• Recognise how discrimination and racism can significantly affect a person's mental health.
• Identify key risk factors and protective behaviours for Aboriginal peoples experiencing mental health issues.

Who should attend

This webinar is highly relevant for all professionals and organisations committed to cultural safety, improving mental health outcomes, and enhancing engagement with Aboriginal clients and communities.

The target audience includes:

• Counsellors and Psychologists
• Social Workers and Community Workers
• Mental Health and Allied Health Professionals
• Educators and School Staff
• Health Workers and Public Sector Staff
• Professionals involved in Child and Family Services

About the presenters

The webinar is presented by an expert in Indigenous healing and trauma:

Melinda Brown – A Ngunnawal woman who resides in the Northern Rivers Bundjalung Nation. She brings deep expertise to this topic, holding a Master's in Indigenous Healing and Trauma. Melinda provides essential insights for practitioners, drawing on both cultural knowledge and academic understanding of complex mental health issues.

Purchase access

Use the purchase button to process your payment through our secure gateway. As soon as your purchase is complete, we’ll email you the details for immediate access to the recording within our Moodle Learning Management System.

System requirements for online training

To ensure you can participate in this webinar, please have access to the following:

• Desktop or laptop computer
• A reliable, stable internet connection
• Working microphone and speakers
• Webcam (either built-in or external to your computer)
• Headphones (recommended for optimal audio clarity)

Contact us

For further details or questions, please contact our Centre for Learning and Innovation:

Phone: (03) 8573 2222

Email: [email protected]