Beyond the System: Aboriginal Perspectives on Ending DFSV

Join Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members, leaders, and advocates for a day of connection, learning, and action. Sisters in Spirit is proud to host its inaugural Conference - Beyond the System: Aboriginal Perspectives on Ending Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Conference. Ending domestic, family and sexual violence requires more than systems alone. It requires Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, lived experience, community leadership and culturally grounded solutions. This conference creates a space for meaningful conversations about justice, prevention, healing and long-term change, Bringing together community members, service providers, advocates and leaders committed to creating safer futures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the ACT. What to Expect • Community-led conversations • Keynote address by Dr Hannah McGlade • Justice panel featuring Dr Hannah McGlade, Dr Valerie Cooms and Tahlia-Rose Vanissum, facilitated by Chief Magistrate Louise Taylor • Insights from ACT ACCOs leading DFSV responses • Networking and connection • Practical actions for change 📅 Monday, 16 November 2026 📍 The Marion, Regatta Point 🕘 Arrival from 9:00am | Conference commences at 9:30am | concludes 4:30pm 🎟️ Secure your spot today, tickets limited. If you have any issues registering for a ticket, or require assistance with parking costs, please contact us on 6257 0794 or [email protected]. Note: This is a 16+ years and over event. There will be a photographer at the event, please let us know if you do not consent to your photo being taken.