Emotional Intelligence Society of Australia
To bring together researchers, scholars, professionals, and others who are interested in the principles of emotional intelligence and their applications.
Coping Skills in Uncertain Times: Practical EI Strategies
Wednesday 23 September 2026
How do we stay resilient, adaptable and effective when uncertainty and change have become part of everyday working life?
Join the Emotional Intelligence Society of Australia (EISA) and guest speaker Prakash Rajen for an engaging and practical webinar exploring how Emotional Intelligence (EI) can help us navigate pressure, uncertainty and change with greater awareness, flexibility and resilience.
Rather than viewing resilience as something we either have or don’t have, this webinar will explore how it can be strengthened through emotionally intelligent behaviours that we can consciously develop and apply — particularly in high-pressure, people-focused workplaces.
What you'll take away
1. Emotional Intelligence as a foundation for resilience and adaptability
Discover how self-awareness, emotional regulation and social awareness influence the way we respond to stress, uncertainty and change.
2. Why individual resilience matters in the workplace
Explore how our ability to adapt affects more than our own wellbeing. It influences team dynamics, relationships, decision-making, leadership and organisational culture.
3. Practical strategies you can start using immediately
Prakash will share practical approaches to help you:
regulate emotional responses when under pressure
reframe challenges and setbacks
develop more adaptive thinking
increase behavioural flexibility
respond more effectively when circumstances are uncertain or changing.
About our Guest Speaker
Prakash Rajen brings more than two decades of corporate management experience, including 14 years leading large-scale transformation and change initiatives across the Information and Communications Technology and Financial Services sectors.
Having travelled extensively for work, Prakash has gained valuable experience working across diverse international cultures and complex organisational environments. He is currently a senior executive with an international bank, based in Sydney, where he oversees technology transformation.
Drawing on this extensive real-world experience, Prakash will take Emotional Intelligence beyond theory, demonstrating how it can become a practical operating system for navigating change, strengthening resilience and adapting effectively in today's workplace.
If you've ever wondered how to remain grounded, flexible and effective when the world around you keeps changing, this webinar is for you.
Emotional Intelligence 101: Why It Matters
Wednesday 5 August 2026
Emotional intelligence (EI) is a vital skill for workplace and personal well-being. This 'Emotional Intelligence 101: Why It Matters' webinar will introduce you to the foundations of emotional intelligence. Webinar topics:
Understand the core principles of emotional intelligence
Explore leading EI models and frameworks
Recognize how emotions shape thinking and decision-making
Apply practical EI skills in everyday life and the workplace
What you'll gain: skills you can immediately apply at work and in daily life
Emotionally Intelligent Conversations - FDV panel discussion (CANCELLED)
Saturday 21 February 2026
“Emotionally Intelligent Conversations: Recognising and Responding to Domestic and Family Violence (with Care, Clarity, and Accountability)”
Please join us for a light breakfast and our live event featuring thought-provoking presentations and a panel discussion on the critical role Emotional Intelligence (EI) plays in recognising and responding to FDV.
What you will gain from this workshop/presentation:
Why emotionally intelligent conversations matter in domestic and family violence (FDV) contexts
Understanding emotional intelligence in high-risk and complex conversations about FDV
Core emotional intelligence competencies relevant to FDV work, particularly for professionals encountering discomfort, uncertainty, or risk
Self-awareness: recognising and managing personal bias, discomfort, and emotional triggers when managing conversation with FDV victims and perpetrators
Self-regulation: remaining calm, grounded, and consistent under pressure when managing conversation with FDV victims and perpetrators
How emotionally intelligent responses can either reduce or unintentionally increase risk when managing conversation with FDV victims and perpetrators
Our Panel of Guest Speakers:
Tucker Christou
Manager Service Operations, Hope Community Services
Lyn Mahboub
Curtin University – Valuing Lived Experience Program
Maggie Jenkins
Regional Metro Manager, Hope Community Services
Following the panel, enjoy a Q&A session and an opportunity to network, connect and celebrate the start of the year with colleagues and sector professionals.
Novotel Perth Langley
Rest & Regulate: Starting 2026 with Calm and Clarity
Friday 20 March 2026
Rest & Regulate: Starting 2026 with Calm and Clarity. Tension Release Exercises, Polyvagal Theory and its Connection to Stress.
Cost: $25/person and Free for EISA members
Date: Friday 20 March from 8AM - 10:30 AM (Perth time) - in person event
Does the beginning of a new year leave you feeling pressure instead of possibility? Beginnings are meant to feel fresh and motivating however they often come with many hidden stressors! Returning to work, new family schedules, meeting expectations and carrying leftover tension from the previous year leave us feeling drained. You are not alone!!
In this interactive, in-person seminar, you will learn practical techniques to release physical tension, regulate your nervous system, and step into 2026 feeling grounded rather than overwhelmed.
Kate Keisler and her team from Calm and Connected will present the workshop - https://calmandconnected.com.au/
The workshop will be presented in three parts:
1. A 45-minute presentation on understanding Polyvagal Theory and its connection to stress, including the three states of stress: immobilisation, mobilisation. and social connection.
2. A 45-minute workshop where you'll be guided through Tension Release Exercises to relieve your tension (please wear comfortable clothes!).
3. Continental breakfast
You'll walk away with actionable techniques on how to lower your stress levels.
Cost: $25/person and Free for EISA members
Novotel Langley Hotel
POSTPONED TO 2026 :EISA End of Year Networking Event
Wednesday 3 December 2025
Emotional Intelligence: A Key to Recovery and Prevention in Family & Domestic Violence
"Perspectives from Perpetrators, Victim-Survivors & Lived Experience"
Please join us for our end-of-year networking function, featuring thought-provoking presentations and a panel discussion on the critical role Emotional Intelligence (EI) plays in the prevention of — and recovery from — Family and Domestic Violence (FDV).
Emotional Intelligence — the capacity to recognise, understand and manage emotions — is emerging as a powerful influence across the FDV space. Research increasingly shows that EI is both a protective factor that can prevent harm, and a therapeutic pathway that can support healing, behaviour change and safer relationships.
This special event brings together three unique voices working across perpetrator services, lived experience advocacy and community support. Together, they will explore how emotional awareness, empathy and emotional regulation can transform understanding, intervention and long-term outcomes for individuals, families and communities impacted by FDV.
Our Panel of Speakers:
Tucker Christou
Manager Service Operations, Hope Community Services
Perpetrator interventions & emotional skill development
Lyn Mahboub
Curtin University – Valuing Lived Experience Program
Lived experience, accountability and attention to power
Maggie Jenkins
Regional Metro Manager, Hope Community Services
Victim-survivor support & community practice
Following the panel, enjoy a Q&A session and an opportunity to network, connect and celebrate the year with colleagues and sector professionals.
Novotel Perth Langley
Stressed-out kids: Why movement and the body matters
Wednesday 29 October 2025
"Stressed-out kids: Why movement and connection matters. Practical strategies and techniques to support your child’s regulation and confidence"
In this webinar:
- Discover how movement and connection are powerful foundations for helping children recognise, express, and regulate their emotions.
- Explore the vital role of Emotional Intelligence and how it equips children with the language and tools to understand what they’re feeling, name their emotions, and express them in healthy, constructive ways.
- When children feel emotionally safe and supported, they’re more likely to be able to manage challenges.
Presenters: Kirsty Johnson and Sandra Clues, experienced occupational therapists who are deeply passionate about supporting children’s emotional wellbeing.
• Kirsty is a Senior Occupational Therapist and a Somatics and Dance movement therapist.
• Sandra is a Senior Occupational Therapist and Primary School Teacher.
"The impact of emotions and stress on your working memory "
Wednesday 30 July 2025
Join EISA board member Dr Laurel Collin as she explores the vital link between emotions, emotional regulation, and working memory. Our emotions shape how we think, focus, and respond—key skills in any learning or professional environment.
Drawing on the Mayer & Salovey emotional intelligence (EI) model, Dr Collin will share insights from her work supporting student nurses in building resilience. This webinar will offer practical strategies to improve emotional self-management and enhance focus, performance, and wellbeing.
“When students can manage themselves and feel they belong, they can focus on others and look forward to tomorrow.”
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of EI and its real-world impact on learning and memory.
"Unlocking Emotional Intelligence through creative arts"
Wednesday 30 April 2025
Join us for this enlightening webinar with Dr. John Pellitteri, a world-renowned expert in emotional intelligence (EI), as we explore how the creative arts — music, visual art, dance, drama, and more—can unlock deeper emotional learning and personal growth. With over 35 years of experience as a psychotherapist, creative arts therapist, and international EI leader, Dr. Pellitteri brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective on how emotions are formed, understood, and managed.
Unwrapping the tension at Holiday Time
Tuesday 3 December 2024
The "Unwrapping the Tension at Holiday Times" seminar is an in-person event designed to help attendees manage end-of-year stress. Led by occupational therapist Kate Keisler, founder of "Calm and Connected," this interactive seminar offers tools and techniques for relieving physical and emotional tension.
The seminar includes:
Tension Release Exercises (30 minutes) - A guided workshop for immediate stress relief (comfortable attire suggested).
Presentation on Polyvagal Theory (45 minutes) - Insights on how our nervous system affects stress, covering the three stress states: immobilization, mobilization, and social connection.
Meet and Greet - An opportunity to connect with Kate, the Emotional Intelligence Society of Australia Board members, and emotional intelligence (EI) practitioners.
Attendees will leave with practical strategies for reducing stress and improving resilience during the holiday season.
Hollywood Nedlands Bowling Club
"Empowering individuals to thrive in an AI-augmented world"
Thursday 10 October 2024
Join us with our Guest Speaker Dr Jemma King from the University of Queensland for out next webinar - "Empowering individuals to thrive in an AI-augmented world by honing their emotional intelligence skills"
This webinar will have an emphasis on human strengths and potentials. The aim being to help people recognise and articulate their unique emotional and social skills - abilities that AI cannot replicate. These include empathy, complex problem-solving in ambiguous situations, creative thinking, and building meaningful relationships.
The emotional life of new parents and why it matters
Wednesday 24 July 2024
Join us with our Guest Speaker Belinda McLean, an Occupational Therapy Teaching and Research Academic in the Curtin School of Allied Health. Belinda completed her PhD in paediatric rehabilitation and since becoming a mother of 3 including twins, has developed a keen interest in new parent wellbeing. Belinda has a growing research profile in the Matrescence practice space, with a published paper and book chapter contribution. Belinda also co-convened a Perinatal and Parenting Mental Health Symposium with the Curtin School of Allied Health in 2023.
This webinar will address the importance of understanding the emotional experiences of new parents and touch on potential harms of emotional dysregulation. Findings from several studies from our research group on the topics of emotions and emotional regulation for parents of babies under 12 months will be presented.
Emotional Intelligence, Parenting and ADHD
Wednesday 10 April 2024
Join us with our guest speaker Dr Tim Leahy - GP and Associate Professor in the School of Medicine, University of Notre Dame, Fremantle. Dr Leahy is on the ADHD WA Professional advisory body and the RACGP WA ADHD working group. He is also the father of two boys with ADHD. While there’s a growing awareness of the number of children with ADHD (6-8% of children), the emotional work and challenges experienced by parents of children with ADHD are not well understood and appreciated. We invite you to deepen your understanding of Emotional Intelligence, parenting and ADHD as you listen to Tim discuss the emotions parents feel as a result of managing the stressors associated with parenting an ADHD child.
EISA MINI CONFERENCE - "EI and Relationships"
Friday 24 November 2023
Don't miss the chance to deepen your understanding of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and network with EI change-makers!
Centred around the dyadic connection between EI and relationships – romantic, social, familial and professional – the EISA Mini Conference will feature talks from 3 experts: founder of The Fathering Project Dr Bruce Robinson, Life Mediation owner Lisanne Iriks, and CEO of Elevate Wellbeing and of Women's Health and Wellbeing Services Emma Basc.
Program:
• 8:30am: Arrival and sign in
• 9am: Opening address
• 9:15am: Behind the Tears (Dr Bruce Robinson)
• 10:15am: How to Resolve Conflicts in Relationships Using Emotional Intelligence Speaker (Lisanne Iriks)
• 11:15am: Morning tea
• 11:30am: Emotional Intelligence in Action: Unleashing the Transformative Power of EI in Front of House Staff (Emma Basc)
• 12:15pm: Close
• 12:30pm: Networking and food platters
More: https://eisa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/EISA-Mini-Conference-2023_Flyer_2-pages.pdf
ORIENT HOTEL FREMANTLE
EISA MINI CONFERENCE - "EI and Relationships"
Friday 24 November 2023
Don't miss the chance to deepen your understanding of Emotional Intelligence (EI) and network with EI change-makers!
Centred around the dyadic connection between EI and relationships – romantic, social, familial and professional – the EISA Mini Conference will feature talks from 3 experts: founder of The Fathering Project Dr Bruce Robinson, Life Mediation owner Lisanne Iriks, and CEO of Elevate Wellbeing and of Women's Health and Wellbeing Services Emma Basc.
Program:
• 8:30am: Arrival and sign in
• 9am: Opening address
• 9:15am: Behind the Tears (Dr Bruce Robinson)
• 10:15am: How to Resolve Conflicts in Relationships Using Emotional Intelligence Speaker (Lisanne Iriks)
• 11:15am: Morning tea
• 11:30am: Emotional Intelligence in Action: Unleashing the Transformative Power of EI in Front of House Staff (Emma Basc)
• 12:15pm: Close
• 12:30pm: Networking and food platters
More: https://eisa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/EISA-Mini-Conference-2023_Flyer_2-pages.pdf
ORIENT HOTEL FREMANTLE
Emotional Intelligence and Leadership
Wednesday 13 September 2023
FREE WEBINAR
"Emotional intelligence and leadership; how emotional intelligence can emerge in leadership practices."
Join us with our guest speaker Dr Peter Jordan is a Professor of Organisational Behaviour at the Griffith Business School, Griffith University. Peter’s current research interests include emotional intelligence, emotions in organisations, team performance and entitlement perceptions in organisations.
Emotional Intelligence and Microstress
Wednesday 14 June 2023
FREE WEBINAR
A panel discussion for all to join as we look at some aspects of Microstress.
Learn about topics including:
What is Microstress?
The ripple effect
How Microsress develops in our environment
Neurological perspectives
Management
The webinar will feature a captivating panel discussion by members of the EISA Board:
Dr Chris Skinner - is an Associate Professor and Chair Professional and Personal Development at the Medical School, Notre Dame University and the Regional Director Australia, International Society of Emotional Intelligence (ISEI).
Dr Nigel Gribble - is a Senior Lecturer and Researcher in the School of Allied Health (Occupational Therapy) at Curtin University in Western Australia.
Dr Laurel Collin - is a Clinical Facilitator, sessional lecturer and tutor within the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University Notre Dame Fremantle.
Cindy Cranswick is a registered Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor, Group Facilitator, Educator and Author.
Emotional Intelligence and the Health Professional
Wednesday 15 March 2023
FREE WEBINAR
In this webinar, you'll develop an understanding of how Emotional Intelligence can be applied to your practice, including how to be aware, in control of, and express your emotions rather than let your emotions control you, and how to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.
You'll also explore the association between EI and leadership skills, increased job satisfaction, non-technical skills, and a reduction in stress and burnout.
OUR GUEST SPEAKER for this webinar is Associate Professor Matthew Rickard
Matt is a Sydney-based colorectal surgeon who has been in public and private practice for 16 years. He is undertaking a doctorate on EI training in surgery and will share some of his research, data, personal anecdotes and insights.
EI in Intimate Partner Relationships
Wednesday 7 December 2022
Intimate interpersonal relationships, such as romantic or marital relations, have the potential to be both emotion-rich as well as high-conflict social contexts. Why does the very intimacy that connects two people often lay the groundwork for both emotional highs and lows? Research has shown that couples with thriving, strong relationships have well-developed emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence describes a person’s ability to be aware of and express emotions in a healthy manner. In other words, it is the capacity to handle relationships appropriately and empathetically. In an intimate relationship, emotional intelligence translates into the ability to be in touch with your own emotions as well as those of your partner. A person’s capacity for empathy and ability to talk about emotions in a healthy and loving way are both components of emotional intelligence and vital for making love last.
GUEST SPEAKER: CINDY CRANSWICK- Emotion Focused Relationship Counsellor
EISA END OF YEAR NETWORKING BREAKFAST
Wednesday 7 December 2022
Please join us for our end of year networking breakfast and share your interests in Emotional Intelligence.
Guest speaker Cindy Cranswick - “EI in Intimate Partner relationships ".
Cindy is a member of the EISA Board and a registered Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor, Group Facilitator, Educator and Author. Cindy has a professional private practice where she offers clinical supervision for allied health professionals and counselling to individuals, couples and families As a relationship counsellor, Cindy draws on Emotion Focused Therapy to help couples connect and create more meaningful relationships.
Breakfast will be provided.
Orient Hotel (Chesterfield Lounge)
USING EI TO CREATE PSYCHOLOGICALLY SAFE WORKPLACES
Wednesday 14 September 2022
We will discuss the concepts of toxic workplaces (institutional betrayal) vs trauma informed and emotionally intelligent workplaces (psychological safety).
Trauma is not new in the workplace and over the last two challenging years, organisations have had to confront issues they never expected and find new ways to support their employees through repeated traumatic experiences. Estimates are that 6 in 10 men and 5 in 10 women experience at least one trauma, and approximately 6% of the population will experience PTSD at some point in their lives.
The way organisations support people during periods of trauma is uniquely powerful, and the ramifications are long-lasting. This is because in times of trauma, the concepts of institutional betrayal and psychological safety come into play.
The lack of appropriate support for those experiencing trauma in the workplace increases the risk of chronic stress and burnout.
GUEST SPEAKER: DR MARIEKE LEDINGHAM - Psychologist and Burnout Specialist.
FREE WEBINAR: EI IN ENGINEERING, SCIENCE AND MINING
Wednesday 15 June 2022
To celebrate our partnership with the Curtin School of Electrical Engineering, Computing, and Mathematical Sciences Dr Nigel Gribble will facilitate this webinar where we will discuss:
The core concepts of emotional intelligence and how these can be applied across the engineering and mining sectors
Research on how emotional intelligence is assisting engineers and those working in the mining sector
A discussion on how emotional intelligence can assist teams to grow and flourish.
FREE WEBINAR: EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND EMPATHY
Wednesday 23 February 2022
Emotional Intelligence and Empathy: Differences, Application and Importance.
The last two decades has seen a dramatic rise in the interest and research in Emotional Intelligence and Empathy. There is a strong and increased need to be clear about the terms we use and their consequent application.
Drawing on various models, experiences and research this Webinar explores how a deeper understanding of EI and Empathy can have a beneficial affect on our personal and professional practice.
Level 2 - Emotional Intelligence Interventions (CANCELLED)
Tuesday 30 November 2021
Emotional Intelligence Interventions for Individuals, Teams, and Leaders
Trade Winds Hotel
EISA END OF YEAR NETWORKING EVENT
Wednesday 24 November 2021
Please join us for our end of year networking event and share your interests in Emotional Intelligence.
We are please to announce our Virtual Guest speaker Dr. Neal Ashkanasy who will talk on “EI and Sustainability”
Cash Bar and nibbles provided.
Tradewinds Hotel Fremantle
Level 1 - Foundations of Emotional Intelligence (Member) (CANCELLED)
Monday 1 November 2021
Foundational Skills of EI - develop ideas on how to implement EI strategies in your personal and professional life.
Trade Winds Hotel
Level 1 Certification-Foundations of Emotional Intelligence
Monday 1 November 2021
The Emotional Intelligence Society of Australia is running their next Level I Certification in Emotional Intelligence workshop. This 8-hour workshop will: describe the purpose of emotions in our everyday lives; describe the ability and mixed models of emotional intelligence and the importance of EI in our everyday lives; provide you with insights into your own EI and areas for improvement; and discuss strategies that could enhance EI skills in individuals and teams.
Trade Winds Hotel
FREE EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE WEBINAR
Monday 11 October 2021
Mark Sparvell is the Director Marketing Education at Microsoft with a strong interest in emotional intelligence. Mark is also an Ambassador of the EISA. Mark will discuss the recently released global survey on social and emotional learning (SEL) skills that was conducted by the OECD https://www.oecd.org/education/ceri/social-emotional-skills-study). He will analyse the implications for practice and how people are going to scale with SEL approaches.