Making the justice system safer for Affected Family Members (AFM's) remains a priority for all courts and tribunals.
In this introductory program, you will learn about foundational concepts such as the dynamics of family violence, coercive control and how to assess and respond to risk in your courtroom.
This event will provide judges with an opportunity to:
- Develop knowledge and understanding of the dynamic and social context of family violence, including the concept of coercive control.
- Develop an understanding of the Multi Agency Risk Assessment and Risk Management (MARAM) framework’s risk factors and indicators.
- Develop practical skills and strategies for identifying and managing family violence risks in the courtroom.
Note: This event is open to County Court judges only.
Speakers.
Journalist, author and speaker
Jess Hill
Jess Hill has become one of Australia's most recognised and respected thinkers on gendered violence. Her recent work includes two highly acclaimed documentary series on SBS, a Quarterly Essay titled The Reckoning, and a podcast series on coercive control titled The Trap. She has also spoken at over 300 events to diverse audiences across the country. Her work has received multiple awards, including two Walkley Awards and an Amnesty International Award. Her first book, See What You Made Me Do, won the Stella Prize in 2020. In 2023, she was named the marie claire Changemaker of the Year and in 2024, she was awarded the NSW Premier’s Woman of Excellence.
Journalist, author and speaker
Jess Hill
Jess Hill has become one of Australia's most recognised and respected thinkers on gendered violence. Her recent work includes two highly acclaimed documentary series on SBS, a Quarterly Essay titled The Reckoning, and a podcast series on coercive control titled The Trap. She has also spoken at over 300 events to diverse audiences across the country. Her work has received multiple awards, including two Walkley Awards and an Amnesty International Award. Her first book, See What You Made Me Do, won the Stella Prize in 2020. In 2023, she was named the marie claire Changemaker of the Year and in 2024, she was awarded the NSW Premier’s Woman of Excellence.