Law/
Non-fatal strangulation.
The act of applying pressure to a person’s neck is a particularly serious and dangerous form of violence. Within the context of family violence, this act represents a chilling exploitation of physical power and is a strong indicator of escalating violence and future serious harm and death.
Judicial Life/
Judicial management forum.
The close working relationship between judge and associate is a distinctive feature of judicial life. The relationship is generally highly prized and valued by both parties and has evolved without much formal assistance. But how do other judges manage their working life with associates? And what constitutes best-practice when managing staff?
Skills/
Courtcraft masterclass: Motivating change in short timeframes.
International Motivational Interviewing expert Michael Clark will demonstrate 16 highly effective and brief techniques to encourage change and promote positive behaviours with individuals who appear before you in court.
Judicial Life/
Courts as workplaces: Preventing sexual harassment and bystander training.
This event for the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria provides an opportunity for judicial officers to discuss experiences and concerns about sexual harassment and other inappropriate behaviours in courts, empowering them to transition from “bystanders” to “upstanders” in preventing such issues.