Working with CALD Men who use violence COP
Community of Practice (CoP): Working with Men from CALD Backgrounds Using Family Violence
Description
This Community of Practice (CoP) focused on strengthening responses to men from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds who use family violence.
Purpose:
The CoP aims to:
Strengthen practitioner confidence and capability in working with CALD men using violence.
Support critical reflection on:
Bias and assumptions
How to manage cultural excuses for violence
Fear of being perceived as racist
Cultural narratives that may excuse or obscure violence
Who should attend:
Family violence practitioners working with men
Intake, Case managers and counsellors engaging with CALD men using violence
Team leaders or practice leads in relevant services