Toolbox Talks

Domestic Violence Awareness training available for VGA employees

Through a partnership with Volvo Group Australia (VGA), The Family Co. has online Domestic Violence Awareness training available for VGA employees in February 2024.

Regardless of where you are based, your team can participate in an online Zoom session, delivered live with our qualified instructors.

In the 1 hour sessions, participants will learn how to identify types of violence, common indicators someone is using or experiencing violence & safe bystander responses. The content will also cover support services available for victims and users of violence and assistance to engage with those services.

You can register for each session via the links below:

Monday 19th February 2024

9:30am Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 1 | The Family Co.

10:30am Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 2 | The Family Co.

1:30pm Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 3 | The Family Co.

Wednesday 21st February 2024

9:30am Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 4 | The Family Co.

10:30am Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 5 | The Family Co.

1:30pm Domestic Violence Awareness - Volvo Session 6 | The Family Co.

If you have any questions regarding the Volvo sessions, please call us on (02) 9528 2933.

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