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SUMMARY:Engaging with Politics for Injury Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Politics plays a critical role in public health and is an important area to consider when working in the injury prevention sector. This workshop\, designed by Curtin University\, facilitated by Professor Jonathan Hallett\, and in partnership with Injury Matters\, is for WA injury prevention workers in public health\, and explore the different levels of government and the intricate process legislation goes through in our parliament. It emphasises skills needed to effectively engage in advocacy with politicians\, ensuring that the voices of the public health community are heard in the corridors of power. \nCourse Highlights: \nGovernment Structures: Explore the various levels of government in Western Australia\, and how they interconnect\, to gain a holistic understanding of the system you are working within. \nLegislative Processes: Delve into the process of legislation through parliament\, learning the step-by-step process that laws must go through before they are enacted. \nEffective Advocacy: Learn strategies to effectively communicate with politicians and develop the skills to represent public health interests persuasively and responsibly. \nFace-to-Face Workshop: Benefit from a hands-on three-hour workshop in Perth\, where expert facilitators will guide participants through interactive activities and real-world scenarios\, reinforcing key concepts and practices. \nExtended Online Support: Enjoy three months of access to valuable online resources\, including video tutorials\, reading materials\, discussion forums\, and interactive quizzes\, allowing you to continue learning at your own pace. \nWho Should Attend? \nThis course is ideal for public health professionals\, community healthworkers\, policy advocates\, and anyone involved in the injury prevention field in Western Australia looking to start engaging in political advocacy. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field\, this course will enhance your understanding and ability to navigate the political landscape of public health. \nRegister your spot \nThis Know Injury training\, in collaboration with Curtin University\,  is delivered by Injury Matters and funded by the Western Australian Department of Health.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/know-injury-engaging-with-politics-for-injury-prevention/
LOCATION:137 St Georges Terrace\, Perth WA 6000\, 137 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230830T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230830T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230712T014842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T030633Z
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SUMMARY:All ears: The vestibular system and its link with dizziness and falls
DESCRIPTION:Our vestibular system is intricately linked to processing sensory information\, our balance\, and therefore our risk of falls. To explore the link between the vestibular system and falls among older adults\, Injury Matters’ Stay On Your Feet® program are hosting a webinar with guest presenter Dr. Barbara Heinze from Ear Science Institute WA on the link between the vestibular system and its link with dizziness and falls\, as well as risk factors to look out for\, and diagnostic assessments and screening tools health professionals can use when working with older adults. \nRegister here \nThis Stay On Your Feet® webinar is delivered by Injury Matters and funded by the Western Australian Department of Health.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/stay-on-your-feet-all-ears-the-vestibular-system-and-its-link-with-dizziness-and-falls/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230810T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230810T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230703T053410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T085029Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Injury Prevention Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:In this Masterclass on Injury Prevention\, we will explore injury prevention in an informal setting. Injury Prevention experts from various sectors will come together to chat about their work across a variety of disciplines. This class is aimed at those who: \n\nwant to know more about injury prevention.\nwho work in a specific area of injury prevention and want to expand their knowledge.\nUndergraduate students in public health\, health promotion\, or built environment.\nPh.D. and Masters students starting out in exploring injury prevention.\nwork in health promotion or prevention and want to explore\, discuss\, and be involved in preventing injuries.\n\nInjuries are a major healthcare issue in Australia. Injuries are a leading cause of death and disability with around 575\,000 hospitalisations in 2020-21 and 13\,400 deaths in 2019-20. Falls are the most common cause of hospitalisation\, followed by contact with objects\, then transport accidents. In terms of deaths\, falls are the highest\, followed by suicide\, accidental poisoning\, and transport accidents. \nThis masterclass aims to share knowledge about injury prevention with Injury Prevention experts from various sectors in an informal group environment. Attendees can listen\, learn\, interact with colleagues\, and enjoy networking during breaks. \nRead about our incredible line-up of presenters: \n\nLearn all about Injury Prevention 101 with Public Health Professor Richard Franklin.\nChat with Wendy Sun\, Senior Health Researcher from the Department of Health\, about epidemiology and the burden of disease.\nSpeak with Amy Hunter\, Principal Policy Officer in Injury Prevention at the Department of Health\, about the role of policy in preventing injury.\nTalk with the Australian Council of Smoking and Health (ACOSH) about preventing vaping-related injuries advocacy in Australia.\nConnect with Kidsafe WA’s CEO Scott Phillips\, who will speak about the importance of collaboration in advocacy: getting a seat at the table where decisions are made about child product safety.\nExplore the research on Translating Systems Thinking into practice to understand and prevent injury and incidents with ECU Professor Caroline Finch AO.\nMeet and chat with Roisin Sweeney\, our Research and Evaluation Practice Lead from Injury Matters\, about how falls prevention research translates into evidence-informed practices.\nUnderstand how injury prevention approaches are applied in drowning prevention with Lauren Nimmo\, Senior Manager of Research\, Media and\nCommunications at Royal Life Saving WA and Associate Professor Justine Leavy from the Curtin School of Population Health.\nHear from Justine Smith\, Acting Coordinator for the Perth Bike Network and Programs – Urban Mobility \, Department of Transport who will cover a broad description of the work her team does in the context of injury prevention and safety.\nWrap up the day with Rachel Meade- General Manager\, Research and Advocacy at Injury Matters\, who will take us through “How do we translate our knowledge gained from research and evaluation to the injury prevention sector.”\n\nThis Know Injury training is delivered by Injury Matters and funded by the Western Australian Department of Health.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/know-injury-injury-prevention-masterclass/
LOCATION:The Hub\, Bentley Technology Park\, 2 Brodie Hall Drive\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230801T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230707T065959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T065725Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT How to implement the Healthy Streets Framework
DESCRIPTION:The awareness of the Healthy Streets framework in WA is growing\, however\, implementing and influencing the adoption of the framework has its challenges. The WA Chapter of the Australasian College of Road Safety in partnership with Injury Matters invites you to join Lucy Saunders\, the Founder of Healthy Streets for an insightful workshop discussing how to influence decision-makers to adopt Healthy Streets recommendations. Lucy will be joined by guest speaker Fiona Goodbody from the Department of Transport Urban Mobility Team\, who will discuss cycling and active travel strategies that address safety and injury prevention. \nWho should attend? \nThis workshop is aimed at community development officers and planners at Local Government bodies\, state government stakeholders\, urban planners\, and transport and road safety organisations. \nThis Know Injury workshop is delivered through Injury Matters in partnership with the Australasian College of Road Safety.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/know-injury-how-to-implement-the-healthy-streets-framework/
LOCATION:99 The Boulevard  Floreat\, WA 6014\, 99 The Boulevard\, Floreat\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230727T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230718T024159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T024159Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Support Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Get involved in your community while learning\, meeting new friends and making a difference. \nWe’re looking for over 55’s to join us as peer educators to help prevent falls in the WA community. \nJoin us for an information session to learn what is involved in becoming an Injury Matters Peer Educator this July. \nCall 1300 30 35 40 to register! \nLunch provided.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/peer-support-information-session/
LOCATION:Injury Matters\, 2/297 VINCENT STREET\, Leederville\, Western Australia\, 6007\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230725T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230620T074219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T031724Z
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SUMMARY:Alcohol and Injury Prevention: The latest research and advocacy opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Alcohol is reported as the highest risk factor for injury in Australia\, contributing to over 15% of the overall burden of injuries in 2018. Join the Australasian Injury Prevention Network supported by the Know Injury Program from Injury Matters as they host this webinar with guest presenter Professor Peter Miller. Peter is the Professor of Violence Prevention and Addiction Studies at the School of Psychology at Deakin University. Peter will share the latest findings from his research on alcohol policy\, licensed venues\, and violence (Queensland Alcohol-related violence and Night Time Economy Monitoring (QUANTEM) study) as well as the Last Drinks study while discussing some practical takeaways and advocacy suggestions/reflections. \nRegister for the Teams webinar \nThis Know Injury webinar is provided by Injury Matters and funded by the Western Australian Department of Health.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/know-injury-alcohol-and-injury-prevention-the-latest-research-and-advocacy-opportunities/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230710T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230710T121500
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230531T030701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T031652Z
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SUMMARY:Next Steps for Injury Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what the next frontier in injury prevention and safety promotion practice\, research\, and policy will be? Join us for this discussion starter to hear from leaders in Australian Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion reflecting on the current challenges\, areas for future developments\, and the skills that the workforce will need to be swift in addressing threats and responsive to opportunities. \nThe invited speakers who will provide their perspectives on the future are: \n\nDr. Denise Sullivan\, Director of Chronic Disease Prevention at the Department of Health WA:  Leads the development of state chronic disease and injury prevention policy and planning frameworks and contributes to the shaping of the national preventive health policy agenda.\nAssociate Professor Debbie Scott\, AIPN President: Strategic Lead of The National Addiction and Mental Health Surveillance Unit at Turning Point. Debbie’s research interests focus on the use of surveillance systems and data to improve the understanding of and interventions for harms associated with alcohol and drugs – particularly those associated with intentional injury (suicide and self-harm\, family violence\, child maltreatment).\nProfessor Stuart Newstead\, Professor and Director of Monash University Accident Research Centre: leads the Centre’s Injury Analysis and Data Team. Dr Newstead’s areas of significant topic-based expertise include a range of safety issues with a particular focus on safety program evaluation\, vehicle safety evaluation monitoring and policy setting\, police enforcement programs\, vulnerable and high-risk road user safety\, injury data systems design and analysis\, and injury outcome metrics.\nJustin Scarr\, Chief Executive Officer at Royal Life Saving Australia: Leads a cross-functional management team covering education and training\, research and health promotion\, industry service and risk management\, sport development\, and marketing and communication.\n\nBy the end of this panel discussion\, participants will: \n\nGain insights into current challenges facing injury prevention researchers\, policymakers\, and practitioners\nGain insight into opportunities and areas for development in injury prevention and safety promotion\nGain insight into the skills required now and into the future of injury prevention policymakers\, practitioners\, and researchers.\n\nWho should attend? \nIf you are a policy advocate\, injury prevention or trauma care professional\, public health student\, researcher\, civil society organisation\, or concerned citizen/resident this webinar is targeted for you. \nRegister here \nThis webinar is hosted by Injury Matters (via the Know Injury program)\, the Australasian Injury Prevention Network (AIPN)\, and the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA).
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/know-injury-next-steps-for-injury-prevention/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230623T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230623T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230526T074924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T063043Z
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SUMMARY:Poisoning Prevention in WA
DESCRIPTION:Unintentional poisoning is one of the leading causes of injuries in WA\, accounting for 179 deaths in 2021. Injury Matters is hosting this webinar where we will hear from Louise Edwards from the Poisons Information Centre to learn more about poisoning prevention strategies to enable health professionals to promote and support effective health education. The webinar will also: \n\nDescribe the mechanism of poisoning that is included in data collection.\nDescribe the types of substances that commonly cause poisoning and identify the populations at the highest risk for poisoning incidents in Western Australia.\nExplain the role and services provided by the Poisons Information Centre in Western Australia\, including how to access their services.\nIdentify best practices and effective strategies for preventing poisoning incidents\, including storage and disposal of hazardous substances\, safe medication use\, and the promotion of poison prevention education.\nDiscuss the importance of collaboration between health professionals\, community organisations\, and other stakeholders in developing and implementing effective poisoning prevention programs in Western Australia.\n\nWho should attend? \nThis webinar training is suitable for alcohol and other drug health professionals\, mental health workers\, nurses\, pharmacists\, public health advocates\, health promotion professionals\, health services\, and local government. \nRegister online via Teams \nThis Know Injury webinar is provided by Injury Matters and funded by the Western Australian Department of Health.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/poisoning-prevention-in-wa-from-hazard-to-safety/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230614T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230427T020625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T020945Z
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SUMMARY:After a Road Crash: Supporting Yourself and Others (Lake Grace)
DESCRIPTION:Each year in Western Australia\, thousands of people are impacted by road trauma. Responding or first on scene at a car crash\, losing family and friends\, dealing with injuries\, caring for those injured\, causing a crash or witnessing a serious crash can have a devastating and enduring impact. \nThe Road Trauma Support Service WA will be delivering a three hour workshop for community members who may be exposed to road trauma as part of their work and/or personal life who would like to know how they can support themselves\, and respond appropriately to those impacted by grief\, loss and trauma. \nThe information session will help you get better informed on:\n The impact of road trauma in WA\n Common reactions experienced after trauma\n Understand the impact of grief\, loss\, and trauma\n Respond appropriately to those impacted by grief\, loss\, and trauma\n Develop self care strategies to lessen the impact.\n Find out where and how to access support for yourself and others. \nRegister to Lake Grace Community Resource Centre:  central@lakegracecrc.net or 98651470
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/after-a-road-crash-supporting-yourself-and-others-lake-grace/
LOCATION:Lake Grace Community Resource Centre\, Corner Bishop Street and School Place\, Lake Grace
CATEGORIES:Road Trauma Support WA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Injury Matters":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230606T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230317T065608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T065608Z
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SUMMARY:Keeping dementia in mind: preventing falls by creating dementia-friendly homes
DESCRIPTION:With a growing ageing population\, it is predicted that the number of Australians with dementia will more than double by 2058. With older adults opting to live independently in their homes for longer\, it’s important for health professionals to be aware of dementia-friendly environments for those who are at a higher risk of falls and therefore injury. Join Injury Matters\, via the Stay On Your Feet® program\, in this one-hour webinar with returning guest speaker Nick Seemann from Dementia Training Australia\, and Liz Fuggle from Constructive Dialogues Architects\, who will present key aspects to consider when advocating for dementia-friendly homes for older adults. \nRegister here \nThis webinar aims to: \n\nIncreased knowledge of environmental risk factors among older adults living with dementia.\nIncreased awareness of ways to support and assist clients with dementia in their homes.\nIncreased confidence in accessing relevant resources and referring older adults with dementia to appropriate services and health professionals.\n\nWho should attend? \nThis webinar is suitable for Physiotherapists\, Exercise Physiologists\, Occupational Therapists\, Social Workers\, Aged care workers and carers.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/keeping-dementia-in-mind-preventing-falls-by-creating-dementia-friendly-homes/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230525T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230321T060100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T060100Z
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SUMMARY:Family and Domestic Violence Training
DESCRIPTION:This workshop training\, designed for people in roles that deal directly or indirectly with family and domestic violence\, includes those who work in health\, allied health\, alcohol and other drugs\, education\, childcare\, and government or community organisations. This workshop is for anyone looking to increase their knowledge and awareness in family and domestic violence that helps to create safety for women and children. This one-day workshop hosted by Injury Matters and in partnership with Stopping Family Violence will cover the following topics: \n\nWhat does it mean to be family and domestic violence informed\nKey components of family and domestic violence informed practice\nContributing factors to family and domestic violence\nIntersections of family and domestic violence of mental health & alcohol and other drugs\nHow can services collaborate better for increased safety\n\nRegister here \nThis will be an interactive workshop with the opportunity to ask questions and network with other participants. This session aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of the contributing factors to family and domestic violence\nIncrease awareness of the effects of family and domestic violence to individuals and community\nIncrease skills in collaborating with key stakeholders to implement family and domestic violence informed practices\nIncrease confidence in identifying and referring at-risk individuals to appropriate family and domestic violence services\n\nLunch will be provided. Attendance is free but registration is compulsory.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/family-and-domestic-violence-training/
LOCATION:11 – 31 Kobeelya Ave\, Katanning\, 11 – 31 Kobeelya Ave\, Katanning\, Western Australia\, 6317\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230524T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230524T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20221212T043241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T073721Z
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SUMMARY:Preventing falls in older adults: A focus on diet and screening sarcopenia
DESCRIPTION:Good nutrition is vital for healthy ageing\, with older adults encouraged to consume adequate amounts of vitamin D\, calcium\, and protein for muscle and bone strength. However\, the benefits of other aspects of diet go beyond the aforementioned nutrients for musculoskeletal health. This talk will discuss the importance of emerging dietary evidence\, especially in context of bioactivities from vegetables. This will be supported by providing clinicians with the latest Australian clinical guidelines on sarcopenia and treatment/prevention strategies. Join Injury Matters with guest presenters Dr Marc Sim and Dr Cassandra Smith from Edith Cowan University\, as we explore: \n\nThe latest research on dietary intake and falls risk in older adults\nKey nutrients older adults need to be incorporating in their diet\nHow to incorporate them into an individual’s diet (recipe development)\nScreening for nutritional deficiencies and falls in older adults\nNutrition and exercise-based strategies following diagnosis of sarcopenia\n\nRegister here \nCoffee\, tea\, and light refreshment will be provided. \nEvent program \n4:30pm: Registrations and networking \n5:00pm: Introduction\, Injury Matters \n5:05pm: The latest evidence on nutrition and falls\, Dr Marc Sim\, Edith Cowan University \n5:55pm: Activity – recipe development\, Injury Matters \n6:20pm: Screening and exercise prescription for sarcopenia in older adults\, Dr Cassandra Smith\, Edith Cowan University \n6:55pm: Conclusion and close \nThis workshop aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of the latest nutrition research to prevent falls in older adults\nIncrease awareness of how to incorporate nutrition-based strategies among older adults who are at risk of falls\nIncrease skills in using appropriate screening tools to identify sarcopenia in at-risk older adults\nIncrease confidence in their role in linking the relationship between dietary intake and falls risk\n\nWho should attend? \nThis workshop would be suitable for nutritionists\, dieticians\, public health nutritionists\, occupational therapists\, physiotherapists\, and exercise physiologists who work with older adults. \nInjury Matters Cancellation and Refund Policy \n\nParticipants may request a refund or transfer their registration to another person if they are unable to attend.\nCancellation or requests to transfer registration to another person must be received in writing by emailing info@stayonyourfeet.com.au within three(3) working days of the workshop.\nNo tentative bookings will be accepted.\nNon-attendance or cancellations received within two (2) working days of the start of the workshop will incur the full fee.\n\nIf you are experiencing financial hardship but would like to attend this workshop\, please contact info@stayonyourfeet.com.au so we can accommodate for your needs.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/preventing-falls-in-older-adults-a-focus-on-diet-and-screening-sarcopenia/
LOCATION:Bendat Parent & Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230522T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230307T043435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T021958Z
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SUMMARY:Seen and Believed: Domestic Violence in LGBTQ+ communities webinar
DESCRIPTION:The right to live a life free from violence and abuse is a person’s most basic human right\, but for many LGBTQ people\, this is not a reality. 1 in 2 LGBTQ people will experience domestic\, family\, and intimate partner violence and abuse (DV) in their lifetime\, yet victims remain largely invisible with incredibly low levels of reporting. With LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Day right around the corner (May 28th)\, join Injury Matters with guest presenter from LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation to learn more about LGBTQ specific domestic violence impact on overall health and injury\, and how we as health professionals can help address barriers and provide support to victims when needed. \nRegister here \nThis webinar aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of LGBTQ domestic violence impact on health and its link to injury\nIncrease awareness of barriers to reporting and seeking support among the LGBTQ community\nIncrease confidence in providing support for victims of domestic violence and advocating for inclusive healthcare\n\nWho should attend? \nThis webinar is targeted at local government community development or safety officers\, family and domestic violence support services\, health promotion and public health professionals\, injury prevention and safety promotion practitioners\, social workers and youth workers.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/seen-and-believed-domestic-violence-in-lgbtq-communities-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230512T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230322T034323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T060710Z
UID:9630-1683883800-1683889200@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Ageing and Mobility: Planning and Designing for an Ageing Population
DESCRIPTION:As our growing population ages\, the need for safe street design has never been more important. Not only is safe street design important to help reduce injury for the general public\, but simple improvements also make environments accessible for older adults as well as inclusive to people with disability. Join Injury Matters with guest presenters Tim Judd and Dr Jane Bringolf in this seminar where we will explore how to plan and design for an ageing population in WA. \nRegister here \nThis seminar aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of the link between street design and injury among older adult populations in WA\nIncrease awareness of safer design principles\nIncrease understanding of the older adult perspective on accessible street design\nIncrease confidence in advocating for safe street design to reduce the risk of injury in older adults\n\nWho should attend? \nThis seminar training is suitable for urban designers and developers\, health promotion and public health professionals\, Local Government community development officers\, the transport and road safety sector\, and injury prevention advocates.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/ageing-and-mobility-seminar/
LOCATION:99 The Boulevard  Floreat\, WA 6014\, 99 The Boulevard\, Floreat\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230511T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20221212T010430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T033231Z
UID:8310-1683797400-1683820800@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Injury Prevention Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:Injury is Everyone’s Business\nThe Injury Prevention Summit is a one-day event held biennially by Injury Matters\, via the Know Injury program\, with funding from the Western Australian Department of Health. \nThe event will be held on 11th May 2023 and will bring together injury prevention and safety promotion practitioners\, policymakers and Local Governments from across Western Australia to share knowledge and build capacity to integrate injury prevention and safety promotion practices into their work. \nExpect Keynote presentations from experts Denise Sullivan\, Director of Chronic Disease Prevention at the Department of Health\, Lucy Saunders\, Director and Founder of Healthy Streets\, and Professor Tanya Chikritzhs\, lead of the Alcohol Policy Research team at the National Drug Research Institute. \nThe Injury Prevention Summit aims to facilitate collaboration within the sector by exploring the cross cutting factors contributing to injury\, while providing the space to exchange knowledge\, ideas\, and information across WA. \nThe three sessions for the day include Evidence-Informed Injury Prevention\, Safe Streets\, and Preventing Harm from Alcohol.  \nIn-person registration\, networking\, and refreshments to open from 9:00am for in-person attendees\, with formalities to commence at 9:30am. Morning tea\, lunch\, and afternoon tea will be provided for in-person attendees. \nGet Tickets Here \n2023 Injury Prevention Summit Program\nView the Program \nAlternatively\, Download the Program (PDF). \nOur Speakers\n \nJodie Nikolic\nJodie’s life changed forever when she was struck by a motor vehicle whilst cycling. The driver\, was over the legal alcohol limit\, found to be fatigued at the time as well as using their mobile phone whist driving. Working as a dietician and gym operator\, the spinal cord injuries Jodie sustained in this cycling accident completely changed the course of her life. \nJodie is an engaging presenter and has a passion for educating drivers. Her goal is to help minimise the number of drivers on Australian roads that continue to use their phones or drive whilst intoxicated. \n  \n \nDr Denise Sullivan \nDr Sullivan is Director Chronic Disease Prevention with the Department of Health. In this role she leads the development of state chronic disease and injury prevention policy and planning frameworks and contributes to the shaping of the national preventive health policy agenda. Her professional interests cover many aspects of chronic disease and injury prevention encompassing health communications\, health promotion and research\, public policy on health\, and workforce planning and development. She has a particular interest in furthering collaborations with other sectors with a mutual interest in promoting a more active and healthier WA community\, creating and sustaining environments that support this. \n  \nDr Delia Hendrie\nDr Hendrie is a senior lecturer in the School of Public Health at Curtin University. Delia’s main research interests include policy and program evaluation\, in relation to evaluating their effectiveness and cost-effectiveness. \nMuch of her recent work in this field has been evaluating the impact of population health measures\, clinical interventions\, and public health laws\, and she collaborates widely with health professionals\, government agencies\, private sector agencies\, and community groups. \n  \n \nLauren Humphreys\nLauren Humphreys is the Senior Research and Evaluation Officer within the Chronic Disease Prevention Directorate at the WA Department of Health. In this role\, she provides expert advice on evaluation and related research pertaining to chronic disease and injury prevention activities\, projects\, and funded programs. Her interests include building professional capacity for research and evaluation\, improving data literacy and accessibility\, and discovering innovative ways to use and share data to inform policy and program planning. \n  \n  \n \nLucy Saunders\nHealthy Streets was developed by Lucy Saunders through her research on the interface of urban spaces and human health. She is a unique combination of public health specialist\, urbanist and transport planner. Lucy works with organisations across the world adapting her Healthy Streets Approach to each context. She also collaborates with kind and brilliant people to create exciting new things that help to improve population health. The success of this Approach is its wide-reaching resonance across political\, special interest and professional divides; used to engage\, influence and coordinate a wide range of stakeholders around a coherent vision. \n  \nTim Judd\nTim has twenty-two years’ experience in the area of Transportation and Land Use Planning\, Road Safety\, Public Transport and Active Travel. Tim is a board member of the Streets for People WA advocacy body\, a member of the Cycling Walking Australia and New Zealand Design Innovations Working Group\, and a panel member of Main Roads WA/IPWEA Road Safety Panel. As an accredited Healthy Streets practitioner and designer Tim has vast experience with Healthy Streets having been on the small industry working group to develop the Healthy Streets design check tool for Australia. \n  \n \nTerri-Anne Pettet\nTerri-Anne brings more than 25 years of experience in road safety research\, policy development\, strategic and operational program planning\, and delivery. She currently manages WALGA’s road safety policy and RoadWise team\, working with Local Governments across Western Australia. \nTerri-Anne is the Deputy Member representing Local Government on the Road Safety Council of WA\, a Director of the Board of Injury Matters and is the Deputy Chair of the WA Chapter of the Australasian College of Road Safety. Terri-Anne is passionate about engaging\, inspiring\, and supporting Local Governments to move towards evidence-based\, better practices road safety. \n  \n  \n \nProfessor Tanya Chikritzhs\nTanya leads the Alcohol Policy and Strategy Research team at the National Drug Research Institute\, Curtin University. She has qualifications in epidemiology and biostatistics\, 25 years’ experience spanning many areas of alcohol research and an international profile as an expert in her field. \nTanya has published over 300 peer reviewed journal articles\, reports and book chapters on evaluations of alcohol policy and alcohol epidemiology. \n  \nJo Woodruff\nJo has 20+ years of experience working in the public and private health sectors as a physiotherapist & lactation consultant before completing a Graduate Diploma in Health Promotion and a Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Health & Medicine. \nJo is currently employed as the Wheatbelt Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention Coordinator with Holyoake’s Wheatbelt Community Alcohol & Drug Service. AOD prevention focuses on supporting communities & organisations to develop & implement grass-roots\, evidence-based initiatives that aim to improve protective factors and reduce the harms associated with AOD use. \n  \n \nAlison Grainger\nAllison is an experienced and passionate researcher\, with more than fifteen years’ experience in the market and social research industry. She has worked for clients in both the public and private sectors\, and across a range of areas\, including health\, mental health\, road safety\, education\, alcohol and drugs\, tourism\, employment\, environment and sustainability. Allison has experience in the development and execution of behaviour change interventions and communications (formative\, concept testing and evaluation research)\, community attitude tracking\, community and consumer segmentation\, stakeholder consultation\, corporate reputation and brand guidance research. \n  \nInjury Matters Cancellation and Refund Policy\n\nParticipants may request a refund or transfer their registration to another person if they are unable to attend.\nCancellation or requests to transfer registration to another person must be received in writing by emailing info@knowinjury.org.au within five (5) working days of the event.\nNo tentative bookings will be accepted.\nNon-attendance or cancellations received within five (5) working days of the start of the event will incur the full fee.\n\nIf you are experiencing financial hardship but would like to attend this event\, please contact info@knowinjury.org.au so we can accommodate for your needs.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/injury-prevention-summit-2023/
LOCATION:Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 21\, Mounts Bay Road\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230502T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230310T041853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T041925Z
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SUMMARY:Applying the Otago Falls Prevention Program in Practice
DESCRIPTION:Muscle strengthening and balance exercises are known to be the most effective measures to prevent falls in older adults. The Otago Exercise Program\, specifically designed to prevent falls\, is an individually tailored\, home based balance and strength falls prevention program delivered to older adults by a trained instructor. The program has shown to be effective in reducing the number of falls and number of injuries resulting from falls. The Otago program is most effective and best targeted towards older adults at highest risk\, including those over 80 years of age and those who have previously fallen. This workshop aims to upskill health professionals who work with older adults to provide the opportunity to: \n\nLearn the strength and balance principles of the Otago program\nAcquire the skills and confidence to deliver the Otago program including assessing participants\, tailoring the program\, and ensuring exercises are performed safely\nIncrease your ability to be able to provide effective feedback and motivate Otago program participants\n\nRegister here \nThis workshop hopes to: \n\nIncrease awareness of falls prevalence and why it is important to prevent falls.\nIncrease knowledge of the ageing process and other health conditions impact on falls risk.\nIncrease knowledge of multifactorial assessment for those older adults at risk of falls.\nIncrease knowledge to implement a therapeutic intervention to address risk factors identified in the multifactorial assessment.\nIncrease awareness of the Otago Falls Prevention Program.\n\nWho should attend? \nThis workshop is best suited for physiotherapists\, occupational therapists\, and allied health professionals with specific interest in exercise and older adults i.e. exercise physiologists and registered nurses. \nInjury Matters Cancellation and Refund Policy \n\nParticipants may request a refund or transfer their registration to another person if they are unable to attend.\nCancellation or requests to transfer registration to another person must be received in writing by emailing info@injurymatters.org.au within five (5) working days of the workshop.\nNo tentative bookings will be accepted.\nNon-attendance or cancellations received within five (5) working days of the start of the workshop will incur the full fee.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/applying-the-otago-falls-prevention-program-in-practice/
LOCATION:Bendat Parent & Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230328T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20221212T024757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T073746Z
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SUMMARY:Falls and cardiac health: The link and the risks
DESCRIPTION:Older adults with cardiovascular disease are at an increased risk of falling\, leading to injury. However\, the link and the common risk factors between cardiovascular health and falls is not well understood in clinical practice. Injury Matters is hosting an online webinar for health professionals who work with older adults to better understand the importance and common risk factors to look out for with heart health and falls\, as well as the screening tools used to help identify and mitigate the risk of falling in older adult clients with heart conditions. Helen McLean from the Heart Foundation WA along with a range of speakers will be presenting online in this two-hour webinar. \nRegister here \nThe webinar aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of the link between cardiac health and falls in older adults\nIncrease awareness of the common risk factors of falls and cardiac health\, especially in Aboriginal communities in WA\nIncrease skills in appropriately using screening tools to mitigate falls risk as well as ensuring optimal heart health.\n\nWho should attend? \nThe webinar is aimed at allied and clinical health nurses\, aged care staff\, Aboriginal health workers\, and public health advocates passionate about healthy ageing. \n 
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/falls-and-cardiac-health-the-link-and-the-risks/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230208T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20230125T014356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T053610Z
UID:8796-1675850400-1675861200@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Peer Education Session
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to become an active member of your community\, while helping others? \nTalk to us about what it takes to become a Volunteer Peer Educator and book into our next training session\, Wed 8th February from 10am – 1pm. \nVolunteering gives you the opportunity to meet people\, learn new skills\, help others\, take on new challenges and use your skills and experience in a positive way. \nSome of the benefits of volunteering at Injury Matters include: \n\nLearning new skills;\nMeeting new people;\nEducating peers and giving back to the community;\nFree training including public speaking and Cultural Awareness;\nMaking friends!\n\nCall Sandy Duxbury on 6166 7688  or email: info@injurymatters.org.au to find out more about the role and bookings for the training sessions.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/peer-education-session/
LOCATION:Injury Matters\, 2/297 VINCENT STREET\, Leederville\, Western Australia\, 6007\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Injury Matters":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230131T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20221121T073047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T073217Z
UID:8189-1675159200-1675162800@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Veer off vaping - advocating for e-cigarette regulation in WA webinar
DESCRIPTION:E-cigarettes have been readily available globally since 2006. Nicotine is an extremely toxic substance\, with liquid nicotine used in e-cigarettes posing a serious risk for young children in our society. If the popularity and access to e-cigarettes were to increase in Western Australia without legislative intervention and regulation\, injuries from e-cigarettes would undoubtedly increase in both occurrence and severity. To talk through the use of e-cigarettes\, its link to injury\, and the advocacy strategies that are currently underway in WA\, we will hear from the Make Smoking History team at Cancer Council WA in this one-hour online webinar hosted by Injury Matters. \nThis session aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of the link between vaping and injury\nIncrease awareness of current regulations on e-cigarettes in WA\nIncrease confidence in advocating for harm reduction with e-cigarette use in young people\n\nWho should attend? \nThis webinar is aimed at public health advocates\, health promotion professionals\, representatives from schools\, Not-for-profit or Local Government bodies\, metro health services and health professionals working in youth services\, organisations or programs. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/veer-off-vaping-advocating-for-e-cigarette-regulation-in-wa-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221129T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220919T012636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T012614Z
UID:7420-1669712400-1669723200@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Active Balance for falls prevention training
DESCRIPTION:Balance is the ability to maintain a stable and controlled body position when moving. Balance plays an important role in daily activities such as walking\, bending over to put shoes on\, driving a car\, or grocery shopping. Balance requires our body’s system to work together to control our movements. Older adults who have impaired balance are at great risk of falling and so Injury Matters’ Stay On Your Feet® program are hosting a half day workshop training\, aimed at fitness trainers\, enrolled nurses and therapy assistants who work with older adults\, which will go over: \n\nWhat a fall is and why it is important to try to prevent them.\nHow the ageing process and other health conditions impact on falls risk.\nWhat is normal and abnormal gait\, balance\, strength\, and flexibility and how these may impact on falls risk.\nHow to identify falls risk and implement safety during exercise.\nWhat recommended falls prevention and exercise strategies are and how to implement them.\nWhere to find falls prevention resources and help.\n\nWho should attend? \nThe workshop is aimed at fitness trainers or those working with community dwelling adults\, allied health assistants\, nurses\, support workers\, aged care staff\, and anyone who wants to learn more about exercises to prevent falls in older adults. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/active-balance-for-falls-prevention-training/
LOCATION:Bendat Parent & Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221122T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20221021T081956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T093204Z
UID:7608-1669118400-1669129200@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:The Move Your Body Games
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters at the South Lake Ottey Family and Neighbourhood Centre for the Move Your Body games and learn how to prevent falls. \n\nBingo exercise\nMini ten-pin bowling\, archery\, table tennis\, seated hockey and more!\nFalls prevention information\nHealth service stalls\n\nFree afternoon tea and door prizes! \nOlder adults\, friends\, family members and carer’s welcome! \nRegister at eventbrite.com.au/e/the-move-your-body-games-tickets-439420647987 \nFor more information contact sbrems@injurymatters.org.au or call 6166 7688
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/the-move-your-body-games/
LOCATION:South Lake Ottey Family and Neighbourhood Centre\, 2a South Lake drive\, South Lake\, WA\, 6164\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Stay On Your Feet
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221116T164500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220920T054225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T062110Z
UID:7438-1668617100-1668627000@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Falls Prevention Forum 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters and the Australian Association of Gerontology for a WA falls prevention professional development and networking evening. \nThe evening will host leading experts in the field of falls prevention\, including international speaker Professor Ngaire Kerse from the University of Auckland coming to Perth\, showcasing the latest falls prevention evidence across the community\, hospital\, and residential aged-care settings. \nThe event will provide an opportunity for attendees to contribute to a discussion around falls prevention in WA and is suited to any professionals working in falls prevention. \nIn-person registration\, networking\, and refreshments to open from 4:45pm for in-person attendees\, with formalities to commence at 5:30pm. \nEvent Program \n4:45pm: Registrations open (food available for in-person attendees) \n5:30pm: Welcome and introduction to falls in WA (Injury Matters) \n5:40pm: Staying Upright: falls prevention in the community and residential aged care (Professor Ngaire Kerse\, University of Auckland NZ) \n6:30pm: Post Fall MD Management Guidelines for WA Health Care Settings 2023 (Su Kitchen\, Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group) \n6:45pm: Panel Discussion ‘Putting our best foot forward: The future of falls prevention in WA’\n(Professor Ngaire Kerse\, University of Auckland NZ\, Su Kitchen\, Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group\, Professor Anne-Marie Hill\, University of Western Australia\, Suzanne Butler\, Injury Matters) \n7:15pm: Update on the Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference Perth 2023 (Anne-Marie Hill\, The University of Western Australia) \n7:20pm: Event close \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/falls-prevention-forum-2022/
LOCATION:Bendat Parent & Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221011T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220909T061419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220909T061658Z
UID:7362-1665478800-1665504000@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Family and domestic violence awareness training
DESCRIPTION:This workshop training is designed for people in roles that deal directly or indirectly with family and domestic violence. This can include those who work in health\, allied health\, alcohol and other drugs\, education\, childcare\, and government or community organisations. This workshop is for anyone looking to increase their knowledge and awareness in family and domestic violence that helps to create safety for women and children. This one-day workshop hosted by Injury Matters and in partnership with Stopping Family Violence will cover the following topics: \n\nWhat does it mean to be family and domestic violence informed\nKey components of family and domestic violence informed practice\nContributing factors to family and domestic violence\nIntersections of family and domestic violence of mental health & alcohol and other drugs\nHow can services collaborate better for increased safety\n\nThis will be an interactive workshop with the opportunity to ask questions and network with other participants. This session aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of the contributing factors\nIncrease awareness of the effects of family and domestic violence\nIncrease skills in collaborating with key stakeholders to implement family and domestic violence informed practices\nIncrease confidence in identifying and referring at-risk individuals to appropriate family and domestic violence services\n\nLunch will be provided. Attendance is free but registration is compulsory. \nRegister
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/family-and-domestic-violence-awareness-training/
LOCATION:11 – 31 Kobeelya Ave\, Katanning\, 11 – 31 Kobeelya Ave\, Katanning\, Western Australia\, 6317\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221010T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220812T071952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T072603Z
UID:7129-1665392400-1665399600@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Grant writing 101 workshop
DESCRIPTION:Injury Matters and the City of Albany are hosting an informative step-by-step grant writing workshop for health professionals working in community development. Aimed at first-time grant writers and those looking for additional guidance in the grants process\, this grant-writing workshop will go over the techniques needed for a successful submission. We will also hear from the Albany Public Library who were successful recipients of an Injury Matters Stay On Your Feet® falls prevention grant. \nThis workshop will cover: \n\nhow to break down grant guidelines\nhow to plan your project\, including goal setting and evaluation\nhow to effectively demonstrate a need for your community\nthe grant evaluation process\nwhat a successful grant proposal looks like\nwhat Injury Matters looks for when awarding grants\n\nThis workshop aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of how to write a successful grant\nIncrease skills in how to plan and evaluate a community grant project\nIncrease awareness of the lasting positive impact of government grants to the wider community\nThis workshop training is free but registration is compulsory. Morning tea will be provided.\n\nThis event is FREE but registration is compulsory. Morning tea will be provided. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/grant-writing-101-workshop/
LOCATION:221 york street Albany\, 221 York Street\, Albany\, WA\, 6330\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221004T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220727T045104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T012006Z
UID:7000-1664874000-1664881200@www.injurymatters.org.au
SUMMARY:Breaking Barriers: multicultural communities in WA
DESCRIPTION:Western Australia (WA) has a rapidly increasing multicultural population\, made up of a variety of different cultural communities\, each with their own unique identity and experiences. With almost half of Australians having a parent born overseas (48.2%) and 27.6% of the population being born overseas themselves\, it is more important than ever to ensure health services and organisations are accessible to all. \nThe unique demographics of multicultural communities in WA and several contributing factors can increase the risk of injury within WA’s multicultural communities. The increased risk of injury can be explained by low levels of language proficiency\, different understandings of injury\, minimal support networks\, cultural shame\, and stigmatisation. Injury Matters explores these barriers with key leaders and health professionals in the multicultural injury prevention space in a practical and engaging workshop. \nWe will hear from: \n\nPearl Proud\, Lead. Senior Practitioner. from Culturally Diverse Psychological Service on the cultural\, social\, and psychosocial impact on the health of the multicultural community\,\nRachel Pearce\, Health Services Manager at Ishar on how to address health service access barriers as health professionals working in the health sector\,\nand Henrietta Podgorska\, Communications and Engagement Senior Manager at Umbrella Community Care Services Inc. explain the importance of partnership and collaboration\, and how to communicate difficult topics\, with practical tips for engagement.\n\nThe workshop training aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of cultural\, social\, and psychosocial barriers to accessing mainstream health services for multicultural communities in WA\nIncrease awareness of communication and partnership strategies when promoting a health service in multicultural communities\nIncrease skills in engaging culturally and linguistically diverse communities in WA\nIncrease confidence in ensuring your health service is inclusive for the multicultural community of WA\nIncrease knowledge of resources and key stakeholders in the WA multicultural community\n\nWho should attend? \nThe workshop is aimed at health professionals who work in local government\, not-for-profit organisations\, NGOs\, community services\, public health and health promotion professionals who work with multicultural communities in WA. \nInjury Matters Cancellation and Refund Policy \n\nParticipants may request a refund or transfer their registration to another person if they are unable to attend.\nCancellation or requests to transfer registration to another person must be received in writing by emailing info@injurymatters.org.au within three(3) working days of the workshop.\nNo tentative bookings will be accepted.\nNon-attendance or cancellations received within two (2) working days of the start of the workshop will incur the full fee.\n\nIf you are experiencing financial hardship but would like to attend this workshop\, please contact info@injurymatters.org.au so we can accommodate for your needs. \nMorning tea will be provided. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/breaking-barriers-multicultural-communities-in-wa/
LOCATION:Bendat Parent & Community Centre\, 36 Dodd Street\, Wembley\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220929T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220808T063035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T064443Z
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SUMMARY:Move Your Body Safe-Tea Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters and the City of Swan for a free Stay On Your Feet® community event and afternoon tea! \nLearn about how to Build Your Balance and Strengthen Your Legs to prevent falls and promote health ageing through: \n\nStrength and balance assessments\nHealth professional guest speakers\nStrength and balance exercise demonstrations\nTai Chi\nHealth service stalls\n\nAll older adults living in the community\, Carers and family members are welcome. \nWhen: Thursday 29th September 2022 from 10am-1pm \nWhere: Swan Districts Senior Citizen Centre\, 21 Junction Parade Midland\, WA 6056 \nTo register for this event\, follow the link here.
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/move-your-body-safe-tea-fair/
LOCATION:Swan Districts Senior Citizen Centre\, 21 Junction Parade\, Midland\, WA\, 6056\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220921T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220805T042504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T075119Z
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SUMMARY:Youth alcohol and injury prevention forum
DESCRIPTION:Alcohol is the highest risk factor for injury. It increases the risk of violence\, intentional self-harm\, road crashes\, falls\, and drownings. Six ambulances are called to treat intoxicated West Australians aged 18 and younger every week\, with 12% of 12–17-year-olds being victims of an alcohol-related incident in 2019\, including verbal abuse\, physical abuse\, or being put in fear by someone under the influence of alcohol. The need to raise awareness of alcohol-related injury in WA has never been more important\, and communities want to understand how they can help prevent the early uptake of alcohol in young people. \nInjury Matters are holding a Youth Alcohol and Injury Prevention forum with a number of leading experts in the field to learn more about an effective community approach to modifying risk and protective factors for alcohol use within young people. We will hear from Professor John Toumbourou from Communities that Care\, Robert White from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation\, and the Safer Mandurah team talk about preventing harm from alcohol in the community. \nThis event aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of alcohol’s impact on injury in young people in WA\nIncrease awareness of risk and protective factors for alcohol use in young people\nIncrease awareness of evidence-based strategies and initiatives to prevent and reduce harm from alcohol to young people.\nIncrease knowledge and skills in implementing practical prevention-based strategies in the community\n\nWho should attend? \nThis forum is suitable for local government bodies\, stakeholders in the alcohol prevention space\, crime safety\, community development\, sports associations\, local sports clubs\, public health advocates\, policy and program coordinators/officers\, LDATs\, LDAGs\, metro and country health services\, and youth organisations/programs. \nThis forum can be attended online or in-person. Morning tea will be provided if attended in-person. This event is free but registration is compulsory. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/youth-alcohol-and-injury-prevention-forum/
LOCATION:99 The Boulevard  Floreat\, WA 6014\, 99 The Boulevard\, Floreat\, WA\, 6014\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220915
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220708T073451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T054106Z
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi for Arthritis: A Falls Prevention Instructor Training
DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi for Arthritis is a program designed by Dr Paul Lam and a team of medical specialists and Tai Chi experts. Based on the Sun style of Tai Chi\, Tai Chi for Arthritis Prevention is easy to learn\, effective\, and safe. Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence-based program which works to prevent falls through improving balance\, confidence and muscular strength in older adults. This two-day workshop will equip you with the necessary skills to facilitate your own Tai Chi classes and will be hosted by Sam Sujatna. \nDuring the workshop you will: \n\nDevelop knowledge and skill around the principles and forms of Tai Chi\nDevelop knowledge of how Tai Chi helps to improve health and arthritis and reduce the risk of falls.\nLearn the Tai Chi for Arthritis set\nLearn how to teach the program effectively and safely using Dr Lam’s stepwise progressive teaching methods.\n\nPlease note: The workshop is held on the 7th of September (9am-5pm) and 14th of September (9am-5pm) AWST. You need to attend BOTH FULL DAYS to successfully complete this training. Spots are limited\, so please make sure you can commit to BOTH days before registering your interest. \nMorning tea\, lunch\, and afternoon tea will be provided. This training includes the provision of the Teaching Tai Chi Effectively book as well as Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD. \nSpots are limited. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/tai-chi-for-arthritis-a-falls-prevention-instructor-training-2/
LOCATION:Coogee Community Hall\, 19 Arlington Loop\, Coogee\, WA\, 6166\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220906T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220906T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220803T021230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T071436Z
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SUMMARY:Incontinence and falls in older adults
DESCRIPTION:Incontinence in older adults can be a significant risk factor to falls\, as problems with bowel and bladder control can impact on an older person’s ability to stay active\, healthy\, and independent. Incontinence\, urinary frequency\, and assisted toileting have been identified as falls risk factors for residents in residential aged care facilities. Injury Matters are holding an educational webinar for health professionals as part of their Stay On Your Feet® program to explore the link between incontinence and falls with guest presenter Laura Snowball from South Metropolitan Health Service\, looking at management strategies and screening tools for health professionals to use when working with older adults in WA. \nThis webinar aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge in the link between incontinence and falls in older adults\nIncrease awareness of the screening tools to detect the risk of incontinence in older adults\nIncrease awareness of referral pathways for incontinence in older adults\n\nWho should attend? \nThis webinar is suited for aged care nurses\, support workers\, carers\, allied health professionals\, physiotherapists and occupational therapists that work with older adults. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/incontinence-and-falls-in-older-adults/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Stay On Your Feet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stay On Your Feet%C2%AE":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220831T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220831T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T112730
CREATED:20220727T033003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T033015Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 impact on mental health in older adults
DESCRIPTION:COVID-19 has had an impact on the mental health and well-being of older adults in Western Australia. Social isolation is a continuing problem for older adults and may lead to loneliness. Social isolation is the absence of relationships with family and friends on an individual level and with society on a broader level. Good mental health contributes greatly to an overall feeling of well-being. Untreated mental health disorders in older adults can lead to diminished functioning\, substance abuse\, poor quality of life\, and increased mortality. \nJoin Injury Matters with guest speaker Deb Reveley from Brain Ambulance as we chat through the current evidence on the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of older adults in WA\, and the interventions we as health professionals can promote for healthy ageing and reducing the impact of social isolation. \nThis session aims to: \n\nIncrease awareness of the impacts of COVID-19 on the mental health of older adults in Western Australia.\nIncrease knowledge of the mental health issues facing older adults in Western Australia.\nIncrease knowledge of the interventions to promote healthy ageing and reduce the impact of social isolation and loneliness.\nIncrease knowledge of barriers for older adults seeking assistance and intervention.\nIncrease knowledge of referral points for older adults requiring intervention.\n\nWho can attend? \nThis webinar is suitable for public health and health promotion professionals\, mental health advocates and professionals\, aged care workers\, support workers\, allied health workers\, and community services or organisations that work with older adults in the community setting. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/covid-19-impact-on-mental-health-in-older-adults/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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ORGANIZER;CN="Know Injury":MAILTO:info@injurymatters.org.au
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