Training Calendar
Explore training, webinars and learning opportunities designed to strengthen lived and living experience workforces and support those who work alongside them.
Training Opportunities
Training
28 Sep 2026 | 2:00pm
Different Paths, Shared Purpose: Weaving Our Wisdom in Family Carer LLE Work
How do we better support families when mental health and AOD systems still operate in separate spaces? This interactive workshop with Kylie and Fiona invites us to step beyond traditional silos, explore where our work connects, and bring our shared knowledge together to discuss more relational, collaborative ways forward.
Training
1 Oct 2026 | 1:00pm
Doing it differently: Supporting people through change
Whether we are supporting people with mental health or AOD challenges, we can meet them wherever they are on their journey. Come along and explore how we can be helpful, rather than the “unhelpful” helpful, through different stages of people’s lives.
Training
7 Oct 2026 | 10:00am
The Collab Connection: Bridges, Allies and Family Carer Lived Experience
What does authentic allyship really look like — and how do we move beyond “lip service” to genuine collaboration? Join Kylie and Fiona to explore key reflections from the Collab Conference, practical frameworks for strengthening carer perspectives, and upcoming LLEW scholarship opportunities.
Training
8 Oct 2026 | 09:00am
Understanding, Valuing & Supporting Lived Experience Workforces (Melbourne)
Designed for non-LEWs, this session explores LEW disciplines, scope and ways of working, including how workplace processes and power dynamics can either enable or impede effective collaboration.
Training
9 Oct 2026 | 10:00am
Language – not being the language police and yet staying true to our values
How does the language we use shape the way LLEW is understood? Explore how stepping away from clinical language and acronyms can help create change.
Training
13 Oct 2026 | 10:00am
LLEW Documentation
How can documentation meet requirements without losing LLEW values? Explore practical ways to keep notes collaborative, authentic and grounded in lived and living experience.
Training
15 Oct 2026 | 10:30am
It’s Relational! Purposeful Communication and Use of Lived Experience
A foundational training for those new to the Family Carer Lived Experience (FCLEW) workforce. Build a deeper connection to your daily work across mental health and AOD spaces, by grounding yourself in our values and ways of working and exploring how to purposefully share your lived experience.
Training
21 Oct 2026 | 1PM
Bias Interrupted
What biases show up for us as LLEWs—and what do we do when they do? We’ll reflect on our own biases, share real LLEW examples, and explore how we can respond differently when they surface.
Training
21 Oct 2026 | 10:00am
Carer Consultant Training (FCLEW)
What does the Carer Consultant role really look like in practice? This session explores the differences across roles and services, helping to unpack what may be in scope, what sits outside the role, and where the grey areas remain.
Training
28 Oct 2026 | 1:00pm
Connecting Across Difference – A Relational Path to Common Ground
How do we build authentic connection when experiences are so much different than our own? Join Kylie and Fiona in this collaborative workshop to unpack our "invisible knapsacks," understand multiple perspectives, and explore ways to connect across cultural and systemic differences.
Training
30 Oct 2026 | 10:00AM
Seen, heard and validated
What changes when we approach people with genuine curiosity and no agenda? Explore how LLEW practice can help people feel seen, heard and validated—whatever the environment.
Training
5 Nov 2026 | 1:00pm
Clinical Judgement versus Peer Discernment: Walking the tightrope of risk tolerance – duty of care versus dignity of risk
When duty of care and dignity of risk don’t neatly align, how do we respond without losing sight of LLEW values? Explore how to navigate risk, disagreement and those tricky grey areas in practice.
Training
11 Nov 2026 | 09:00am
Understanding, Valuing & Supporting Lived Experience Workforces (Melbourne)
Designed for non-LEWs, this session explores LEW disciplines, scope and ways of working, including how workplace processes and power dynamics can either enable or impede effective collaboration.
Training
11 Nov 2026 | 1:00pm
Supporting hopes and dreams versus goal planning
When goal planning feels rigid and outcome-driven, how can LLEW practice create space for hopes, dreams and different ways of working? Explore practical ways to meet service requirements while staying creative, person-led and values-based.
Training
12 Nov 2026 | 1:OO PM
Wellbeing for the Family Carer Lived Experience Workforce
Family Carer Lived Experience work brings unique strengths, but it can also blur the boundaries between our personal and professional worlds.
This in-person session explores the wellbeing needs of the FCLE workforce, including the pressures of drawing on lived experience, navigating systemic challenges, and finding balance. Together, we’ll move beyond traditional ideas of self-care and explore how collective care can better support our work.
Training
17 Nov 2026 | 10AM
Supporting Ourselves
LLEW work can be deeply rewarding, but it can also take a lot out of us. Explore practical ways to support your wellbeing, learn from others and build tools that help you look after yourself in the work.
Training
19 Nov 2026 | 10am
Reflecting on Wellbeing: What’s in your Wellbeing Toolbox?
What’s in your wellbeing toolbox?
This interactive session invites Family Carer Lived Experience workers to reflect on the strategies that support their wellbeing, share practical ideas, and learn from each other. Together, we’ll explore how connection, shared knowledge and mutual support can strengthen both individual and collective care.
Training
25 Nov 2026 | 10:30am
Documenting as a FCLEW: Navigating ethical dilemmas
How do we write relational notes within an individualistic system?
This session supports Family Carer Lived Experience Workers to explore the complexities of documenting Family Carer contacts, understand relevant privacy considerations, and build practical skills for writing safe, discipline-specific notes.
Training
26 Nov 2026 | 10am
Trauma Informed Support: same or different than supporting from a LLE values base?
Trauma-informed practice is talked about everywhere — but how different is it from the values already at the heart of LLEW work? Explore where they connect and what it looks like to put those principles into practice.
Training
30 Nov 2026 | 10am
Power and the Passion: Roles, Boundaries and Responsibilities
Starting out in Family Carer Lived Experience work can bring both passion and complexity.
Designed for those new to the FCLE workforce, this collaborative session explores how to sustain our ways of working, navigate power dynamics, understand roles and responsibilities, and approach relational boundaries with greater confidence.
Upcoming Events
Event
12 Nov 2026 | 10am
CLEW – Members Meeting
Join fellow CLEW members on 12 November, 10 am–12 pm, at the Victorian Pride Centre or online. Arrive from 9 am and stay for a light lunch and networking after the meeting.
Register now! Zoom invitations will be sent to members attending online.
Event
15 Oct 2026 | 12:00pm
Global Peer Support Celebration Day
Celebrate peer support with a relaxed online lunch. Hosted by Robyn Priest and members of The Collective.
Bring your stories, perspectives and hopes for the future & join The Collective in celebrating Global Peer Support Celebration Day!
Event
14 Oct 2026 | 1:00pm
National Carers Week: The Collective Cuppa – How do we fill our own cups?
This National Carers Week, bring your favourite cuppa to a relaxed online gathering with fellow FCLEW. Share what recharges you, swap ideas and leave with your cup a little fuller.