Occupational Violence and Aggression International
Conference 2023

Join Western Health and industry leaders this July for a full day conference uncovering effective interventions to break the cycle of occupational violence and aggression in healthcare.

As a sector, it’s never been more critical to protect healthcare workers and maintain a productive health workforce – it’s fundamental for resilient health services and the provision of Best Care.

The conference will share insights into Western Health’s multi-award-winning staff safety program ‘Predict, Prevent, Priority: Safety’.

You’ll learn more about the tools, training, awareness campaign and leadership advocacy that has changed the culture of OVA at Western Health and continues to reduce physical and psychological injuries in staff.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the change as we work towards breaking the cycle of occupational violence and aggression in the workplace.

Why attend?

By the end of the conference, delegates will have:

• Evidence-based approaches to OVA in healthcare settings
• Insight into organisational responses that empower staff
• Broader understanding of risk-assessment tools that work
• Improved awareness of entrenched beliefs that prevent change
• Exposure to emerging areas of research

The conference aims to:

• Deliver an exceptional program targeting topics based on sector needs
• Update delegates with current, relevant knowledge and practical skills that underpin best practice
• Give delegates access to high quality, sought-after presenters who are recognised in their fields of expertise
• Offer delegates the opportunity to build connections and renew relationships with colleagues and peers

Speakers

• Dr Norman Swan, physician and ABC broadcaster
• Alex Hagan, futurist and author
• AC Luke Cornelius, Victoria Police’s Assistant Commissioner
• Adjunct Professor Russell Harrison, Chief Executive, Western Health
• Dr Ainslie Senz, Director, Footscray Hospital Emergency Department
• Elisa Ilarda, Operations Manager, Occupational Violence Prevention, Western Health
• James Kolozsi, Director Safety, Risk and Emergency Management, People, Culture and Communication, Western Health

Who will attend?

• Executive and senior leadership teams
• Clinical leads
• Nursing, medical, mental health and allied health professionals
• OHS, HR, WorkCover and injury management teams
• Educators
• Security teams
• Unions and regulators.

Register today to secure your attendance at Breaking the Cycle: A Journey to Culture Change in Occupational Violence and Aggression in Healthcare.