Hearing about violence and discrimination can sometimes be distressing, no matter how often we do it in our jobs.

If you are feeling upset or uncomfortable at any time throughout the conference, please exercise self-care: take a break, move your body, or do whatever you need to feel better. Our Quiet Space has a few ideas for you to exercise self-care, you can join the Quiet Space here.
 
If you would like to chat so someone, we have a Safe and Equal team member on call throughout the conference who can offer you support and referral to a specialised service.

You can get in touch with this team member via the Zoom call button below. If you are in the wait room, please wait patiently as we will be on another call.

You can also contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) or visit 1800respect.org.au for support across Australia.

If you have access needs and would like to use the National Relay Service, contact the relevant number below and ask for the support service you require.

Victorian Service Numbers:

If you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and would like to talk to someone about family violence, mental health, drug and alcohol use or other issues, you can contact Rainbow Door on 1800 729 367.

If you are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person and would like to have a yarn with someone about your wellbeing, you can contact Yarning Safe’N’Strong on 1800 959 563

If you are a man with concerns about mental health, anger management, or family violence (using and experiencing), contact MensLine on 1300 78 99 78.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call triple zero (000).