Life Networks Day
Life Networks Day is a free one-day conference to help networks build a stronger presence and influence in the community.
Wesley LifeForce are launching the Life Network Connect project and equipping networks in how to communicate and utilise the web.
What will be covered
Members from Suicide Prevention Australia, Mindframe, Black Dog Institute and others are providing updates on their latest activities, including tailored workshops to develop participants’ practical skills.
Topics include:
- working with aboriginal communities
- effective web communication and marketing
- incorporation and insurances
- emergency services – mental health intervention
- developing initiatives for men
The conference also includes:
- workshops
- network introductions
- showcased projects
- networking with other networks
- question and answer
Details
Date: Friday 18 June 2010
Time: 9.30am - 4.00pm
Lunch and refreshments will be provided on the day*
Venue: Smith Room, Wesley Conference Centre
220 Pitt Street, Sydney NSW 2000
RSVP: Friday 11 June 2010
Phone Jamilla Rogers on (02) 8922 9033 or email: lifeforcenetworks@wesleymission.org.au
^If you need support with travel arrangements please contact the Wesley LifeForce office on (02) 8922 9095.
*Please advise us of any special needs or dietary requirements upon RSVP.
Travel Information
The Life Networks Day will be held at:
Wesley Mission Conference Centre
220 Pitt Street
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Opposite the Hilton Hotel)
Australia
Wesley Mission Conference Centre is easily accessible by car, train or bus. Get directions, maps and parking information.
Who is attending
All Life Network members are encouraged to attend. The Life Networks Day encourages discussion among community networks and industry organisations. Participants are equipped with the latest resources and information and inspired by what other Networks are doing.
Speakers
Representatives from the following state and national bodies will be speaking at the event:
Wesley LifeForce
Wesley LifeForce is a suicide prevention program aiming to educate, empower and resource Australian communities to be aware of the issues of suicide.
Wesley LifeForce is working with communities to develop Suicide Prevention Networks, known as Life Networks. These networks are designed to provide a framework for the development of localised suicide prevention.
To develop a Suicide Prevention Network in your area, or for further information, please contact the LifeForce office on (02) 8922 9095.
Suicide Prevention Australia (SPA) 
SPA is a non-profit, community organisation working as a public health advocate in suicide and self-harm prevention. SPA supports individuals and organisations throughout Australia.
Black Dog Institute
Black Dog Institute is a non-profit, educational, research, clinical and community-oriented facility offering specialist expertise in depression and bipolar disorder.
Mindframe
The Mindframe initiative is a comprehensive strategy, encouraging responsible, accurate and sensitive portrayal of mental illness and suicide.
The Wesley Mission LifeForce Suicide Prevention Program gratefully acknowledges the financial assistance of the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing through the National Suicide Prevention Strategy.
Wesley LifeForce also acknowledges the support of:
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