Professional Development Events at No Cost for Members
At Mediation Institute, we believe in empowering our members through accessible, high-quality professional development. That’s why all our Professional Development Events are free for members.
To take advantage of this member benefit, simply join or log in to register for upcoming events at no cost. Non-members are welcome to attend for just $25 per event.
As a member, you will also receive exclusive discounts on our short courses, further supporting your ongoing learning and career advancement.
When you register for events while logged in, your attendance is automatically recorded in your Professional Development Log, making it easier to track your CPD hours and maintain compliance.
If you're not yet a member, now is the ideal time to consider joining as a Professional Development Member. Unlock a wealth of learning opportunities, connect with peers, and stay current in your practice.
Don’t miss out—log in today and secure your place at our upcoming events.
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Upcoming Events from Industry Partners and Professionals
We proudly share events, workshops, and training opportunities hosted by like-minded organisations and professionals across the dispute resolution and allied sectors. These external events offer valuable insights, skill development, and networking for practitioners and students, committed to best practice. Explore what’s happening beyond Mediation Institute and stay connected with the broader community.
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If your organisation is hosting an event relevant to our community, we invite you to submit the details for promotion. Please email your event information to members@mediationinstitute.edu.au.
2026 Lunch & Learn 6 - Recognising and Responding to Elder Abuse in Central Australia with CAWLS
Virtual Event
Date & Time
Aug 13, 2026 12:30 PMin Australia/Melbourne
Description
Welcome to another EAAA Lunch & Learn.
In this session, we will be hearing from Central Australian Women's Legal Service (CAWLS). Join CAWLS Acting CEO Alice de Brenni, Senior Criminal Lawyer Tania Collins, and Community Justice Partnerships Team Lead Dr Kelly Lee Hickey for an insightful discussion on elder abuse in Central Australia and the Barkly Region.
Drawing on frontline legal practice, community engagement and prevention work, our presenters will explore the realities of elder abuse across the region through case studies, emerging trends and issues identified by remote communities and health clinics.
The webinar will examine the unique challenges facing older people in Central Australia and discuss how community legal centres can play a critical role in preventing and responding to elder abuse. The session will also highlight how CAWLS supports older people experiencing abuse, our education and awareness work across Central Australia and the Barkly, and community-led approaches to addressing the underlying drivers of elder abuse, including housing and economic justice.
Whether you work in the legal, health, community or aged care sectors, this webinar will provide practical insights into recognising elder abuse and understanding the pathways to support.
AIFS 2026 Conference - Register Now
Announcing the 18th biennial AIFS Conference
Australia’s leading national event on family wellbeing.
9–11 September 2026
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, on the banks of the Birrarung Marr (Yarra River) in Naarm (Melbourne).
Theme
‘Changing Families in Changing Times’
Join government, practitioners and key researchers to explore how policies, programs, and systems need to evolve so that families – in all their diversity – can flourish in a rapidly changing world.
Early bird registration now open until 30 June.
Inclusions
All registration types include:
- attendance to conference sessions
- barista coffee
- morning tea
- lunch
- afternoon tea
- conference exhibition access.
Full registration includes:
- breakfast events on Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 September
- evening welcome reception on Wednesday 9 September, including drinks and canapes.
Tickets to the gala dinner, Thursday 10 September at Zinc, Federation Square are sold separately.
Pricing
Category
2026 Fees ($)
Early Bird Full conference – 3 days
(Available April until June 30) - 1,390
Full conference – 3 days - 1,540
Students – 3 days - 800
Single day - 800
Two days- 1,290
Gala dinner - 220
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