Workplace training that helps people know what to do when it matters
Family and domestic violence can show up at work.
It may appear through changes in confidence, anxiety, isolation, repeated absences, constant calls or texts, financial control, or fear of a partner’s reaction.
When someone discloses abuse or a staff member is concerned about a colleague, the response matters.
White Ribbon Australia workplace training helps staff and leaders recognise the signs, respond safely and refer people to support with confidence and care.
Would your workplace recognise the signs?
Family and domestic violence does not always stay outside the workplace.
It can affect attendance, performance, wellbeing, safety, communication and team culture. In some cases, the workplace may be one of the few places where signs of abuse become visible.
Your people do not need to be experts. They do need to know what to look for, what to say, what to avoid, and where to refer someone for help.
White Ribbon Australia training gives workplaces practical tools to respond safely and compassionately when family and domestic violence impacts staff, customers or the broader workplace.
What workplace training can help your team do.
White Ribbon Australia workplace training supports staff, managers, HR teams and leaders to:
- understand family and domestic violence and how it can present in workplace settings.
- recognise possible warning signs and changes in behaviour.
- understand barriers that may stop someone from disclosing abuse.
- respond to disclosures with care, confidence and compassion.
- avoid responses that can increase shame, pressure or risk.
- understand confidentiality and referral pathways.
- support staff to access appropriate help, including workplace supports and external services.
- build a safer, more respectful workplace culture.
Training that gives people the words, tools and confidence to act.
Many people want to help, but worry they will say the wrong thing.
Our training helps remove that uncertainty.
Participants learn practical language and safe response principles, including how to listen, validate, prioritise safety and support someone’s choices.
The focus is not on turning staff into counsellors. It is about helping people understand their role, know their limits and respond in a way that supports safety and dignity.
Training options for your workplace
Lunchbox Session
In person and online
Up to 1000 people
Suitable for all staff
In this session, we’ll cover the basics of why DFV happens, how to recognise warning signs in colleagues, and the steps you can take to refer and support someone in need.
DFV Awareness Training
In person and online
Up to 50 people
Suitable for all staff
This interactive session goes beyond the basics, diving into practical ways to recognise warning signs, receive disclosures safely, and provide appropriate support.
Advanced DFV Response Training
In person only
Up to 30 people
Suitable for Managers, HR or Workplace Champions
This is also an excellent option for workplaces who want to up skill staff to be workplace champions or ambassadors who are nominated to receive disclosures.
Executive Leadership DFV Training
In person and online
Up to 30 people
Suitable for ELT
This session examines the broader impact of DFV on workplaces, highlighting the legal, policy and legislative obligations. Leaders will learn to create psychologically safe environments and implement preventative strategies.
You Can Ask That
In person and online
Up to 1000 people
Suitable for all staff
Using an anonymous per-session survey, staff can submit questions and share thoughts safely, allowing us to tailor the content to their needs.
White Ribbon Australia is part of a global social movement working to prevent men’s violence against women and children.
Our workplace training is grounded in primary prevention and informed by evidence, practice and the realities workplaces face when family and domestic violence affects employees.
Training is practical, respectful and focused on building confidence. It helps workplaces move beyond awareness and into safer everyday responses.