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Emotionally Intelligent Conversations - FDV panel discussion

Name: Emotionally Intelligent Conversations - FDV panel discussion
Start: 2026-03-20T07:45:00+08:00
End: 2026-03-20T07:45:00+08:00
Location: Novotel Perth Langley

About

“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.