04 November 2026 / Weekly Newsletter #116

Catholic Identity and Mission

Consent, Sexuality and Respectful Relationships Education 
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Sexuality Education

Recent research conducted by Latrobe University, found that while teachers believe sexuality education is important, they expressed concerns teaching it as they lacked formal training and were afraid of saying the wrong thing in class.  Consequently, to assist teachers in this essential area of the curriculum, we are offering the opportunity to work with Vanessa Hamilton, a sexuality education consultant who focuses on equipping teachers to develop their confidence in delivering students’ sexual health education. Please see the flyer for further details. 

Date: 21 April 2027 
Venue:  Sovereign Park Motor Inn (Red Lion Hotel), 223 Main Road Golden Point, Ballarat
Registration: https://www.trybooking.com/DQOJL 

Adolescent Man Box –Northern Zone 

To support teachers in the Northern Zone, the Jesuit Social Services will be facilitating professional learning on the Adolescent Man Box. Based upon extensive research, this workshop will introduce staff to the pressures that boys can feel to behave and act out certain expectations of masculinity. The workshop aims to build awareness, open conversation and skills to adopt healthier habits and develop healthier identities. 

Date: 11 May 2027 
Venue: The Grain Shed, 2 King Street Swan Hill
Registration: https://www.trybooking.com/DRHVT