Workplace Training

Giving you the tools for change

Our workplace training provides your organisation with the knowledge and tools needed to help prevent violence against women.

Training with White Ribbon Australia

White Ribbon Australia offers four tailored training courses addressing various aspects of family and domestic violence (FDV). This includes identifying and responding to people experiencing or enacting violence, tools for implementing prevention strategies in organisations, and understanding ‘positive duty’ in the workplace.

What our courses involve

From courses suitable for all staff, to courses tailored for Executive Leadership, we offer training to suit your organisation's needs

Our programs are developed by trainers and subject-matter experts, with continuous improvement strategies in line with the needs of communities

We offer both face-to-face and virtual courses, ensuring our training has the flexibility to be delivered where you need it

Our Domestic and Family Violence Training Courses

Lunchbox Session

45 minutes
In person and online
Up to 1000 people
Suitable for all staff

Our Lunchbox Session on Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) is designed for workplaces to gain essential understanding with minimal staff interaction and short timeframe.
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

2 hours
In person and online
Up to 50 people
Suitable for all staff

Our DFV Awareness Training, designed to empower staff with the knowledge and skills to support colleagues and respond to disclosures.
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

3 Hours
In person only
Up to 30 people
Suitable for Managers, HR or Workplace Champions

Our Advanced DFV Response Training is designed specifically for people managers and HR professionals who are most likely to receive disclosures.
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

1 hour
In person and online
Up to 30 people
Suitable for ELT

Our Executive Leadership DFV Strategy Training is tailored for senior leaders focused on driving strategic change.
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

1 hour
In person and online
Up to 1000 people
Suitable for all staff

Introducing the "You Can Ask That" (YCAT) educational panel, designed to provide knowledge, tools and strategies to foster respect, promote gender equality and prevent harassment and abuse.
Using an anonymous per-session survey, staff can submit questions and share thoughts safely, allowing us to tailor the content to their needs.

Train the Trainer: DFV Awareness

2 Days
In person
Up to 30 people
Suitable for large organisations and HR professionals

This Train the Trainer model is designed to equip participants with the skills and confidence to effectively deliver the DFV Awareness Training program to other staff.
This model focuses on building a comprehensive understanding of DFV, facilitating conversations, engaging with diverse audiences and building the confidence to educate others.

Bystander Training

2.5 Hours
In person and online
Up to 40 people
Suitable for all staff

This training empowers employees to recognise and respond to incivility, harassment, discrimination, and safety concerns.
Participants will learn practical strategies for safely intervening in harmful behaviours, fostering a culture of accountability, support and respect.

Refresher: Bystander Training

2 Hours
In person and online
Up to 40 people
Suitable for all staff

Comprehensive training at the outset integrates new employees into a culture prioritising awareness, intervention and support.
This foundational training equips them to actively contribute to a respectful and safe workplace.

Want the tools to make change in your workplace?

For more information contact our Workplaces team at enquiry@whiteribbon.org.au