Program

This program is interactive. You can click on each of the presenter sessions to view the presentation outline and presenter’s biography.

The conference sessions will run on AEST – Queensland time.

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Red will be available in person only.

All sessions (excluding masterclasses) will be recorded and made available to delegates in the Resource Centre five business days after the conclusion of the conference.

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Sunday, March 3, 2024

	Chapter & Verse Bar and Lounge	Ground Floor	JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pre-Registration Welcome Drinks We’re opening registration early! Come join us to collect your name badge and conference materials and enjoy a welcome drink with new and old friends and colleagues.

	Chapter & Verse Bar and Lounge	Ground Floor
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pre-Registration Welcome Drinks We’re opening registration early! Come join us to collect your name badge and conference materials and enjoy a welcome drink with new and old friends and colleagues.

	JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pre-Registration Welcome Drinks We’re opening registration early! Come join us to collect your name badge and conference materials and enjoy a welcome drink with new and old friends and colleagues.

	Chapter & Verse Bar and Lounge
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pre-Registration Welcome Drinks We’re opening registration early! Come join us to collect your name badge and conference materials and enjoy a welcome drink with new and old friends and colleagues.

	Ground Floor
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pre-Registration Welcome Drinks We’re opening registration early! Come join us to collect your name badge and conference materials and enjoy a welcome drink with new and old friends and colleagues.

	JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pre-Registration Welcome Drinks We’re opening registration early! Come join us to collect your name badge and conference materials and enjoy a welcome drink with new and old friends and colleagues.

Monday, March 4, 2024

	Ballroom 1 and Virtual via OnAIR	Ballroom 2 - In-Person Only	Springbrook Room - In-Person Only
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
8:30 AM - 10:25 AM	Conference Opening 8:30am - 8:40am Welcome to Country 8:40am - 8:55am Official Welcome, Housekeeping and Lived Experience Acknowledgement Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:55am - 10:25am Keynote Pan-Shop - Empowering Frontline Resilience: Tackling Moral Injury Together Moderator: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair Keynote Panelist: Dr Nikki Jamieson, Specialist Advisor - Suicide Prevention, and Founder, Moral Injury Australia Keynote Panelist: Professor Zachary Steel, Chair of Trauma & Mental Health, UNSW & St John of God Health Care Keynote Panelist: Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University Keynote Panelist: Chaplain Rob Sutherland CSC, Principal Veterans’ Chaplain, Department of Veterans’ Affairs
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Framework for Mental Wellness Chair: Dr Sadhbh Joyce	Healthy Workplaces and Environments for Frontline Workers Chair: James Maskey	Revolutionising Frontline Mental Health: Exploring Innovative Approaches to Treatment Chair: Jacquie Costello
10:55 AM - 11:15 AM	An Evidence-based Framework to Guide Frontline Organisations on How to Create Mentally Healthier Workplaces Professor Samuel Harvey, Black Dog Institute	Don’t Make Decisions About Me Without Me! Matthew Lamberth, Officer B Speaks	Not Just a Number: a Holistic Approach to Career Management and Transition for First Responders Dr Clare Cooper, Fortem Australia
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM	Using Indigenous Healing Practices to Support Mental Health and Wellbeing at NZ Police Reihana Finch, Habit Health	What Frontline Agencies Can Do to Promote Help-Seeking (and Importantly, What They Shouldn’t) Dr Aimee Gayed, Black Dog Institute	How Virtual Reality is Changing Lives and Transforming Mental Health Care Dr Tia Cummins, Flintworks
11:45 AM - 12:05 PM	Shaping the Future: Wellbeing Preparation for Paramedic Students Olivia Morgan, Charles Sturt University	Burnout and PTSD in Frontline Workers –Overview of Anecdotal and Research Findings Courtney Stace, IPAR Rehabilitation	Developing a Peer Support Program to Support Surf Lifeguards in New Zealand Ari Peach, Surf Life Saving New Zealand
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM	Can a Leaning Health Care System Improve Outcomes for Injured Frontline Workers? Professor Zachary Steel, UNSW & St John of God Health Care	Wilderness-based Interventions and Circuit-breaking to Support the Mental Health of Veterans, Police and First Responders Daniel Vincent and Tim Keeffe, Trojans Trek	The Defence SafeSide Project: Implementing the SafeSide Prevention Framework Jennifer Harvey, Department of Defence and Dan Mobbs, SafeSide Prevention Australia
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM	Poster Presentations - In Person Only Elimination of Restrictive Practices from Acute Mental Health Care Services Stephanie Bennetts, Deakin University The Neuroscience of Organisational Well-being Rebecca Cort and Sarah Macleish, Arches Foundation Utilising the Collective Power to Empower Frontline Mental Workers Mikayla Gregory, Black Dog Institute Prevalence of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Serving Military and Veteran Populations Rory Grinsill, Dr Andrew Khoo & Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Resolute Ready. One Stop. One Call. One Life Lidia Hall, Resolute Ready Protecting the Wellbeing and Mental Health of First Responders: The Role of Social Connectedness Dominic Hilbrink, Fortem Australia Adversity Recruits... Nothing. The Impact of Childhood Abuse and Military Sexual Trauma on PTSD in Australian Veterans Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Positivum a Guide Forward After Trauma: Unique, Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation Approach for Individuals Exposed to Trauma Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation Wellbeing Centred Model for Workforce Retention Supporting Frontline Healthcare Workers in Rural or Urban Settings Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University Cairns Mental Health Coresponder – Where “Going Troppo” is a Shared Responsibility Carolyn Pomeroy, Queensland Health The Impact of Covid-19 on Frontline Nursing Staff in Saudi Arabia, Lessons Learnt Dr Loujain Sharif, King Abdulaziz University Exploring Māori and Non-māori Mental Health Nurses' Perception of Te Whare Tapa Whā Samantha Teinakore, Waikato University
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL.	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Supporting the Unsung Heroes: Exploring Who Helps the Helper and How? Chair: Dr Buck Reed	Revolutionising Frontline Mental Health: Exploring Innovative Approaches to Treatment #2 Chair: Leonie Daly	Healthy Workplaces and Environments for Frontline Workers #2 Chair: Tony O'Day
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM	Supporting the Mental Health and Well-being of Members of a Specialised Area of an Australian Law Enforcement Organisation Prue Laurence, Converge International	Leveraging Best Practice Research to Support a Better Model of Care With Tangible Outcomes Riley Bartholomew, Guardian Exercise Rehabilitation	Protecting Frontline Workers: How Enhancing Psychological Resilience Reshapes Risk Profiles Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM	Standing By and Supporting Our Unsung Heroes Jo Langford and Tim De Goey, Standby Support After Suicide	Fostering Synergy: Breaking Barriers Through Collaborative Engagement Samuel Parkhouse, Andrew McGarity and William Maclean, Fire and Rescue NSW	Breaking the Cycle: A Journey to Culture Change in Occupational Violence and Aggression in Healthcare James Kolozsi, Western Health
2:55 PM - 3:25 PM	Strengthening the Resilience of First Responders and Disaster-Prone Communities James Maskey, Fortem Australia	Navigating Psychosocial Risks for a Sustainable Return to Work following Psychological Injury Kristin Tinker, Resilia	Returning to Work Following Psychological Injury: the Role of Perceived Workplace Support Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM	Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
3:55 PM - 5:00 PM	Join us for these inspiring Keynote Presentations Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 3:55pm – 4:15pm Quick Fire Panel on Why Self-Care is Essential for First Responder Mental Health Keynote Panelist: Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine Keynote Panelist: James Maskey, Director of Policy, Fortem Australia Keynote Panelist: Dr Buck Reed, Lecturer in Paramedicine, Charles Sturt University 4:15pm – 4:55pm Electricity Workers on the Frontline James Hill, Mental Health Manager, Energy Queensland 4:55pm – 5:00pm Conference Day 1 Reflection
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served allowing attendees to connect with their peers, along with our partners and exhibitors. Tickets are included for 2-day conference registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Ballroom 1 and Virtual via OnAIR	Ballroom 2 - In-Person Only
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
8:30 AM - 10:25 AM	Conference Opening 8:30am - 8:40am Welcome to Country 8:40am - 8:55am Official Welcome, Housekeeping and Lived Experience Acknowledgement Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:55am - 10:25am Keynote Pan-Shop - Empowering Frontline Resilience: Tackling Moral Injury Together Moderator: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair Keynote Panelist: Dr Nikki Jamieson, Specialist Advisor - Suicide Prevention, and Founder, Moral Injury Australia Keynote Panelist: Professor Zachary Steel, Chair of Trauma & Mental Health, UNSW & St John of God Health Care Keynote Panelist: Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University Keynote Panelist: Chaplain Rob Sutherland CSC, Principal Veterans’ Chaplain, Department of Veterans’ Affairs
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Framework for Mental Wellness Chair: Dr Sadhbh Joyce	Healthy Workplaces and Environments for Frontline Workers Chair: James Maskey
10:55 AM - 11:15 AM	An Evidence-based Framework to Guide Frontline Organisations on How to Create Mentally Healthier Workplaces Professor Samuel Harvey, Black Dog Institute	Don’t Make Decisions About Me Without Me! Matthew Lamberth, Officer B Speaks
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM	Using Indigenous Healing Practices to Support Mental Health and Wellbeing at NZ Police Reihana Finch, Habit Health	What Frontline Agencies Can Do to Promote Help-Seeking (and Importantly, What They Shouldn’t) Dr Aimee Gayed, Black Dog Institute
11:45 AM - 12:05 PM	Shaping the Future: Wellbeing Preparation for Paramedic Students Olivia Morgan, Charles Sturt University	Burnout and PTSD in Frontline Workers –Overview of Anecdotal and Research Findings Courtney Stace, IPAR Rehabilitation
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM	Can a Leaning Health Care System Improve Outcomes for Injured Frontline Workers? Professor Zachary Steel, UNSW & St John of God Health Care	Wilderness-based Interventions and Circuit-breaking to Support the Mental Health of Veterans, Police and First Responders Daniel Vincent and Tim Keeffe, Trojans Trek
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM	Poster Presentations - In Person Only Elimination of Restrictive Practices from Acute Mental Health Care Services Stephanie Bennetts, Deakin University The Neuroscience of Organisational Well-being Rebecca Cort and Sarah Macleish, Arches Foundation Utilising the Collective Power to Empower Frontline Mental Workers Mikayla Gregory, Black Dog Institute Prevalence of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Serving Military and Veteran Populations Rory Grinsill, Dr Andrew Khoo & Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Resolute Ready. One Stop. One Call. One Life Lidia Hall, Resolute Ready Protecting the Wellbeing and Mental Health of First Responders: The Role of Social Connectedness Dominic Hilbrink, Fortem Australia Adversity Recruits... Nothing. The Impact of Childhood Abuse and Military Sexual Trauma on PTSD in Australian Veterans Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Positivum a Guide Forward After Trauma: Unique, Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation Approach for Individuals Exposed to Trauma Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation Wellbeing Centred Model for Workforce Retention Supporting Frontline Healthcare Workers in Rural or Urban Settings Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University Cairns Mental Health Coresponder – Where “Going Troppo” is a Shared Responsibility Carolyn Pomeroy, Queensland Health The Impact of Covid-19 on Frontline Nursing Staff in Saudi Arabia, Lessons Learnt Dr Loujain Sharif, King Abdulaziz University Exploring Māori and Non-māori Mental Health Nurses' Perception of Te Whare Tapa Whā Samantha Teinakore, Waikato University
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL.	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Supporting the Unsung Heroes: Exploring Who Helps the Helper and How? Chair: Dr Buck Reed	Revolutionising Frontline Mental Health: Exploring Innovative Approaches to Treatment #2 Chair: Leonie Daly
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM	Supporting the Mental Health and Well-being of Members of a Specialised Area of an Australian Law Enforcement Organisation Prue Laurence, Converge International	Leveraging Best Practice Research to Support a Better Model of Care With Tangible Outcomes Riley Bartholomew, Guardian Exercise Rehabilitation
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM	Standing By and Supporting Our Unsung Heroes Jo Langford and Tim De Goey, Standby Support After Suicide	Fostering Synergy: Breaking Barriers Through Collaborative Engagement Samuel Parkhouse, Andrew McGarity and William Maclean, Fire and Rescue NSW
2:55 PM - 3:25 PM	Strengthening the Resilience of First Responders and Disaster-Prone Communities James Maskey, Fortem Australia	Navigating Psychosocial Risks for a Sustainable Return to Work following Psychological Injury Kristin Tinker, Resilia
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM	Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
3:55 PM - 5:00 PM	Join us for these inspiring Keynote Presentations Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 3:55pm – 4:15pm Quick Fire Panel on Why Self-Care is Essential for First Responder Mental Health Keynote Panelist: Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine Keynote Panelist: James Maskey, Director of Policy, Fortem Australia Keynote Panelist: Dr Buck Reed, Lecturer in Paramedicine, Charles Sturt University 4:15pm – 4:55pm Electricity Workers on the Frontline James Hill, Mental Health Manager, Energy Queensland 4:55pm – 5:00pm Conference Day 1 Reflection
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served allowing attendees to connect with their peers, along with our partners and exhibitors. Tickets are included for 2-day conference registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Springbrook Room - In-Person Only
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
8:30 AM - 10:25 AM	Conference Opening 8:30am - 8:40am Welcome to Country 8:40am - 8:55am Official Welcome, Housekeeping and Lived Experience Acknowledgement Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:55am - 10:25am Keynote Pan-Shop - Empowering Frontline Resilience: Tackling Moral Injury Together Moderator: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair Keynote Panelist: Dr Nikki Jamieson, Specialist Advisor - Suicide Prevention, and Founder, Moral Injury Australia Keynote Panelist: Professor Zachary Steel, Chair of Trauma & Mental Health, UNSW & St John of God Health Care Keynote Panelist: Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University Keynote Panelist: Chaplain Rob Sutherland CSC, Principal Veterans’ Chaplain, Department of Veterans’ Affairs
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Revolutionising Frontline Mental Health: Exploring Innovative Approaches to Treatment Chair: Jacquie Costello
10:55 AM - 11:15 AM	Not Just a Number: a Holistic Approach to Career Management and Transition for First Responders Dr Clare Cooper, Fortem Australia
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM	How Virtual Reality is Changing Lives and Transforming Mental Health Care Dr Tia Cummins, Flintworks
11:45 AM - 12:05 PM	Developing a Peer Support Program to Support Surf Lifeguards in New Zealand Ari Peach, Surf Life Saving New Zealand
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM	The Defence SafeSide Project: Implementing the SafeSide Prevention Framework Jennifer Harvey, Department of Defence and Dan Mobbs, SafeSide Prevention Australia
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM	Poster Presentations - In Person Only Elimination of Restrictive Practices from Acute Mental Health Care Services Stephanie Bennetts, Deakin University The Neuroscience of Organisational Well-being Rebecca Cort and Sarah Macleish, Arches Foundation Utilising the Collective Power to Empower Frontline Mental Workers Mikayla Gregory, Black Dog Institute Prevalence of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Serving Military and Veteran Populations Rory Grinsill, Dr Andrew Khoo & Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Resolute Ready. One Stop. One Call. One Life Lidia Hall, Resolute Ready Protecting the Wellbeing and Mental Health of First Responders: The Role of Social Connectedness Dominic Hilbrink, Fortem Australia Adversity Recruits... Nothing. The Impact of Childhood Abuse and Military Sexual Trauma on PTSD in Australian Veterans Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Positivum a Guide Forward After Trauma: Unique, Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation Approach for Individuals Exposed to Trauma Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation Wellbeing Centred Model for Workforce Retention Supporting Frontline Healthcare Workers in Rural or Urban Settings Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University Cairns Mental Health Coresponder – Where “Going Troppo” is a Shared Responsibility Carolyn Pomeroy, Queensland Health The Impact of Covid-19 on Frontline Nursing Staff in Saudi Arabia, Lessons Learnt Dr Loujain Sharif, King Abdulaziz University Exploring Māori and Non-māori Mental Health Nurses' Perception of Te Whare Tapa Whā Samantha Teinakore, Waikato University
	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Healthy Workplaces and Environments for Frontline Workers #2 Chair: Tony O'Day
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM	Protecting Frontline Workers: How Enhancing Psychological Resilience Reshapes Risk Profiles Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM	Breaking the Cycle: A Journey to Culture Change in Occupational Violence and Aggression in Healthcare James Kolozsi, Western Health
2:55 PM - 3:25 PM	Returning to Work Following Psychological Injury: the Role of Perceived Workplace Support Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM	Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
3:55 PM - 5:00 PM	Join us for these inspiring Keynote Presentations Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 3:55pm – 4:15pm Quick Fire Panel on Why Self-Care is Essential for First Responder Mental Health Keynote Panelist: Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine Keynote Panelist: James Maskey, Director of Policy, Fortem Australia Keynote Panelist: Dr Buck Reed, Lecturer in Paramedicine, Charles Sturt University 4:15pm – 4:55pm Electricity Workers on the Frontline James Hill, Mental Health Manager, Energy Queensland 4:55pm – 5:00pm Conference Day 1 Reflection
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served allowing attendees to connect with their peers, along with our partners and exhibitors. Tickets are included for 2-day conference registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Ballroom 1 and Virtual via OnAIR
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
8:30 AM - 10:25 AM	Conference Opening 8:30am - 8:40am Welcome to Country 8:40am - 8:55am Official Welcome, Housekeeping and Lived Experience Acknowledgement Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:55am - 10:25am Keynote Pan-Shop - Empowering Frontline Resilience: Tackling Moral Injury Together Moderator: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair Keynote Panelist: Dr Nikki Jamieson, Specialist Advisor - Suicide Prevention, and Founder, Moral Injury Australia Keynote Panelist: Professor Zachary Steel, Chair of Trauma & Mental Health, UNSW & St John of God Health Care Keynote Panelist: Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University Keynote Panelist: Chaplain Rob Sutherland CSC, Principal Veterans’ Chaplain, Department of Veterans’ Affairs
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL
	Framework for Mental Wellness Chair: Dr Sadhbh Joyce
10:55 AM - 11:15 AM	An Evidence-based Framework to Guide Frontline Organisations on How to Create Mentally Healthier Workplaces Professor Samuel Harvey, Black Dog Institute
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM	Using Indigenous Healing Practices to Support Mental Health and Wellbeing at NZ Police Reihana Finch, Habit Health
11:45 AM - 12:05 PM	Shaping the Future: Wellbeing Preparation for Paramedic Students Olivia Morgan, Charles Sturt University
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM	Can a Leaning Health Care System Improve Outcomes for Injured Frontline Workers? Professor Zachary Steel, UNSW & St John of God Health Care
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM	Poster Presentations - In Person Only Elimination of Restrictive Practices from Acute Mental Health Care Services Stephanie Bennetts, Deakin University The Neuroscience of Organisational Well-being Rebecca Cort and Sarah Macleish, Arches Foundation Utilising the Collective Power to Empower Frontline Mental Workers Mikayla Gregory, Black Dog Institute Prevalence of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Serving Military and Veteran Populations Rory Grinsill, Dr Andrew Khoo & Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Resolute Ready. One Stop. One Call. One Life Lidia Hall, Resolute Ready Protecting the Wellbeing and Mental Health of First Responders: The Role of Social Connectedness Dominic Hilbrink, Fortem Australia Adversity Recruits... Nothing. The Impact of Childhood Abuse and Military Sexual Trauma on PTSD in Australian Veterans Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Positivum a Guide Forward After Trauma: Unique, Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation Approach for Individuals Exposed to Trauma Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation Wellbeing Centred Model for Workforce Retention Supporting Frontline Healthcare Workers in Rural or Urban Settings Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University Cairns Mental Health Coresponder – Where “Going Troppo” is a Shared Responsibility Carolyn Pomeroy, Queensland Health The Impact of Covid-19 on Frontline Nursing Staff in Saudi Arabia, Lessons Learnt Dr Loujain Sharif, King Abdulaziz University Exploring Māori and Non-māori Mental Health Nurses' Perception of Te Whare Tapa Whā Samantha Teinakore, Waikato University
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL.
	Supporting the Unsung Heroes: Exploring Who Helps the Helper and How? Chair: Dr Buck Reed
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM	Supporting the Mental Health and Well-being of Members of a Specialised Area of an Australian Law Enforcement Organisation Prue Laurence, Converge International
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM	Standing By and Supporting Our Unsung Heroes Jo Langford and Tim De Goey, Standby Support After Suicide
2:55 PM - 3:25 PM	Strengthening the Resilience of First Responders and Disaster-Prone Communities James Maskey, Fortem Australia
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM	Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
3:55 PM - 5:00 PM	Join us for these inspiring Keynote Presentations Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 3:55pm – 4:15pm Quick Fire Panel on Why Self-Care is Essential for First Responder Mental Health Keynote Panelist: Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine Keynote Panelist: James Maskey, Director of Policy, Fortem Australia Keynote Panelist: Dr Buck Reed, Lecturer in Paramedicine, Charles Sturt University 4:15pm – 4:55pm Electricity Workers on the Frontline James Hill, Mental Health Manager, Energy Queensland 4:55pm – 5:00pm Conference Day 1 Reflection
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served allowing attendees to connect with their peers, along with our partners and exhibitors. Tickets are included for 2-day conference registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Ballroom 2 - In-Person Only
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
8:30 AM - 10:25 AM	Conference Opening 8:30am - 8:40am Welcome to Country 8:40am - 8:55am Official Welcome, Housekeeping and Lived Experience Acknowledgement Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:55am - 10:25am Keynote Pan-Shop - Empowering Frontline Resilience: Tackling Moral Injury Together Moderator: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair Keynote Panelist: Dr Nikki Jamieson, Specialist Advisor - Suicide Prevention, and Founder, Moral Injury Australia Keynote Panelist: Professor Zachary Steel, Chair of Trauma & Mental Health, UNSW & St John of God Health Care Keynote Panelist: Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University Keynote Panelist: Chaplain Rob Sutherland CSC, Principal Veterans’ Chaplain, Department of Veterans’ Affairs
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Healthy Workplaces and Environments for Frontline Workers Chair: James Maskey
10:55 AM - 11:15 AM	Don’t Make Decisions About Me Without Me! Matthew Lamberth, Officer B Speaks
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM	What Frontline Agencies Can Do to Promote Help-Seeking (and Importantly, What They Shouldn’t) Dr Aimee Gayed, Black Dog Institute
11:45 AM - 12:05 PM	Burnout and PTSD in Frontline Workers –Overview of Anecdotal and Research Findings Courtney Stace, IPAR Rehabilitation
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM	Wilderness-based Interventions and Circuit-breaking to Support the Mental Health of Veterans, Police and First Responders Daniel Vincent and Tim Keeffe, Trojans Trek
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM	Poster Presentations - In Person Only Elimination of Restrictive Practices from Acute Mental Health Care Services Stephanie Bennetts, Deakin University The Neuroscience of Organisational Well-being Rebecca Cort and Sarah Macleish, Arches Foundation Utilising the Collective Power to Empower Frontline Mental Workers Mikayla Gregory, Black Dog Institute Prevalence of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Serving Military and Veteran Populations Rory Grinsill, Dr Andrew Khoo & Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Resolute Ready. One Stop. One Call. One Life Lidia Hall, Resolute Ready Protecting the Wellbeing and Mental Health of First Responders: The Role of Social Connectedness Dominic Hilbrink, Fortem Australia Adversity Recruits... Nothing. The Impact of Childhood Abuse and Military Sexual Trauma on PTSD in Australian Veterans Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Positivum a Guide Forward After Trauma: Unique, Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation Approach for Individuals Exposed to Trauma Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation Wellbeing Centred Model for Workforce Retention Supporting Frontline Healthcare Workers in Rural or Urban Settings Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University Cairns Mental Health Coresponder – Where “Going Troppo” is a Shared Responsibility Carolyn Pomeroy, Queensland Health The Impact of Covid-19 on Frontline Nursing Staff in Saudi Arabia, Lessons Learnt Dr Loujain Sharif, King Abdulaziz University Exploring Māori and Non-māori Mental Health Nurses' Perception of Te Whare Tapa Whā Samantha Teinakore, Waikato University
	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Revolutionising Frontline Mental Health: Exploring Innovative Approaches to Treatment #2 Chair: Leonie Daly
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM	Leveraging Best Practice Research to Support a Better Model of Care With Tangible Outcomes Riley Bartholomew, Guardian Exercise Rehabilitation
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM	Fostering Synergy: Breaking Barriers Through Collaborative Engagement Samuel Parkhouse, Andrew McGarity and William Maclean, Fire and Rescue NSW
2:55 PM - 3:25 PM	Navigating Psychosocial Risks for a Sustainable Return to Work following Psychological Injury Kristin Tinker, Resilia
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM	Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
3:55 PM - 5:00 PM	Join us for these inspiring Keynote Presentations Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 3:55pm – 4:15pm Quick Fire Panel on Why Self-Care is Essential for First Responder Mental Health Keynote Panelist: Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine Keynote Panelist: James Maskey, Director of Policy, Fortem Australia Keynote Panelist: Dr Buck Reed, Lecturer in Paramedicine, Charles Sturt University 4:15pm – 4:55pm Electricity Workers on the Frontline James Hill, Mental Health Manager, Energy Queensland 4:55pm – 5:00pm Conference Day 1 Reflection
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served allowing attendees to connect with their peers, along with our partners and exhibitors. Tickets are included for 2-day conference registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

	Springbrook Room - In-Person Only
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Open Welcome! Come and say hello to the Conference Team and collect your Name Badge!
8:30 AM - 10:25 AM	Conference Opening 8:30am - 8:40am Welcome to Country 8:40am - 8:55am Official Welcome, Housekeeping and Lived Experience Acknowledgement Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:55am - 10:25am Keynote Pan-Shop - Empowering Frontline Resilience: Tackling Moral Injury Together Moderator: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair Keynote Panelist: Dr Nikki Jamieson, Specialist Advisor - Suicide Prevention, and Founder, Moral Injury Australia Keynote Panelist: Professor Zachary Steel, Chair of Trauma & Mental Health, UNSW & St John of God Health Care Keynote Panelist: Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University Keynote Panelist: Chaplain Rob Sutherland CSC, Principal Veterans’ Chaplain, Department of Veterans’ Affairs
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM	Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY
	Revolutionising Frontline Mental Health: Exploring Innovative Approaches to Treatment Chair: Jacquie Costello
10:55 AM - 11:15 AM	Not Just a Number: a Holistic Approach to Career Management and Transition for First Responders Dr Clare Cooper, Fortem Australia
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM	How Virtual Reality is Changing Lives and Transforming Mental Health Care Dr Tia Cummins, Flintworks
11:45 AM - 12:05 PM	Developing a Peer Support Program to Support Surf Lifeguards in New Zealand Ari Peach, Surf Life Saving New Zealand
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM	The Defence SafeSide Project: Implementing the SafeSide Prevention Framework Jennifer Harvey, Department of Defence and Dan Mobbs, SafeSide Prevention Australia
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Lunch with Exhibitors
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM	Poster Presentations - In Person Only Elimination of Restrictive Practices from Acute Mental Health Care Services Stephanie Bennetts, Deakin University The Neuroscience of Organisational Well-being Rebecca Cort and Sarah Macleish, Arches Foundation Utilising the Collective Power to Empower Frontline Mental Workers Mikayla Gregory, Black Dog Institute Prevalence of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Serving Military and Veteran Populations Rory Grinsill, Dr Andrew Khoo & Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Resolute Ready. One Stop. One Call. One Life Lidia Hall, Resolute Ready Protecting the Wellbeing and Mental Health of First Responders: The Role of Social Connectedness Dominic Hilbrink, Fortem Australia Adversity Recruits... Nothing. The Impact of Childhood Abuse and Military Sexual Trauma on PTSD in Australian Veterans Dr Katelyn Kerr, Toowong Private Hospital Positivum a Guide Forward After Trauma: Unique, Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation Approach for Individuals Exposed to Trauma Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation Wellbeing Centred Model for Workforce Retention Supporting Frontline Healthcare Workers in Rural or Urban Settings Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University Cairns Mental Health Coresponder – Where “Going Troppo” is a Shared Responsibility Carolyn Pomeroy, Queensland Health The Impact of Covid-19 on Frontline Nursing Staff in Saudi Arabia, Lessons Learnt Dr Loujain Sharif, King Abdulaziz University Exploring Māori and Non-māori Mental Health Nurses' Perception of Te Whare Tapa Whā Samantha Teinakore, Waikato University
	IN-PERSON ONLY.
	Healthy Workplaces and Environments for Frontline Workers #2 Chair: Tony O'Day
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM	Protecting Frontline Workers: How Enhancing Psychological Resilience Reshapes Risk Profiles Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM	Breaking the Cycle: A Journey to Culture Change in Occupational Violence and Aggression in Healthcare James Kolozsi, Western Health
2:55 PM - 3:25 PM	Returning to Work Following Psychological Injury: the Role of Perceived Workplace Support Georgina Lamb, IPAR Rehabilitation
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM	Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
3:55 PM - 5:00 PM	Join us for these inspiring Keynote Presentations Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 3:55pm – 4:15pm Quick Fire Panel on Why Self-Care is Essential for First Responder Mental Health Keynote Panelist: Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine Keynote Panelist: James Maskey, Director of Policy, Fortem Australia Keynote Panelist: Dr Buck Reed, Lecturer in Paramedicine, Charles Sturt University 4:15pm – 4:55pm Electricity Workers on the Frontline James Hill, Mental Health Manager, Energy Queensland 4:55pm – 5:00pm Conference Day 1 Reflection
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Welcome Networking Reception The welcome reception is a networking event for our attendees, exhibitions, partners, and presenters and promotes rich conversations and helps build meaningful relationships between peers. Light canapés and beverages will be served allowing attendees to connect with their peers, along with our partners and exhibitors. Tickets are included for 2-day conference registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Pay Your Own Way Dinner We know you want to make the most out of your day, so we’ve organised a venue for you to continue to network and enjoy dinner with your peers and new friends.

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

	Ballroom 1 and Virtual via OnAIR	Ballroom 2 - In-Person Only	Springbrook Room - In-Person Only
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Yoga at Binna Burra Terrace Stretch and unwind when you join Zoe from OJAS Yoga & Mindfulness for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Desk Open
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Day 2 Conference Opening 8:30am – 8:40am Welcome & Housekeeping Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:40am – 8:45am A Mindful Pause Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine 8:45am – 9:15am “What Did You Learn?” – My Journey with PTSD CAPT Malcolm Roberts, Department of Defence 9:15am - 9:45am What Do Know About What Works in Improving First Responders’ Mental Health? Professor Richard Bryant AC, Director, Traumatic Stress Clinic \| Scientia Professor & NHMRC Leadership Fellow, School of Psychology, University of New South Wales.
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM	Day 2 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL..	IN-PERSON ONLY..
	Addressing the Unique Challenges Faced and Opportunities for Frontline Workers and Their Families Chair: Gary Fahey	Open Topic 1 Chair: Dr Loretta Poerio	Open Topic 2 Chair: Leonie Daly
10:15 AM - 10:35 AM	How the Un Disaster Risk Equation Can Inform Frontline Workforce Psychosocial Risk Management Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University	Living Alongside First Responder PTSD: Giving Voice to the Voiceless Sarah U'Brien and El Ke	Moral Injury – a Psychosocial Risk for the 21st Century? Dr Nikki Jamieson, Suicide Prevention Specialist and Founder, Moral Injury Australia
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM	A Psychosocial Risk Approach - Managing Aggressive/Inappropriate Public Behaviour Towards Frontline Workers Heizy Serrels, Centre for Corporate Health	MASTERCLASS - How Systems Thinking Changes Workplace Mental Health: a Holistic Primary Preventative Framework for Worker Wellbeing Rev Dr Mark Layson, Charles Sturt University \| NSW Centre for Work Health and Safety
11:05 AM - 11:40 AM	Building a National Framework for Supporting Bereaved Military, Emergency Services & their Families After Suicide Dr Henry Bowen, Military And Emergency Services Health Australia	Masterclass Continued
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM	Day 2 - Lunch with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL...	IN-PERSON ONLY...
	Supporting the Unsung Heroes: Exploring Who Helps the Helper and How?? Chair: Tony O'Day	Open Topic 3 Chair: Dr Loretta Poerio	Addressing the Unique Challenges Faced and Opportunities for Frontline Workers and Their Families. Chair: James Maskey
12:40 PM - 1:00 PM	Identity Crisis: you vs YOU Gary Fahey, Strong Men'd	MASTERCLASS - Leading at the Frontline Marianne Dyer, Authentic Connections	Exploring Stress, Trauma, and Social Factors in Adult Surf Lifesavers and Lifeguards Dr Jaz Lawes, Research Team Leader, Surf Life Saving Australia
1:05 PM - 1:25 PM	Australian Adolescent Surf Lifesavers: a Snap Shot of Exposure to Traumatic Events and Shame Associate Professor Talitha Best, CQ University	Masterclass Continued..	Crossover of Traumatic Stress Between Paramedics and Their Intimate Partners Matthew Hill, University of The Sunshine Coast
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM	First Responder Identity and Role Dissonance: When the Job You Think You Should Be Doing is Not the Job You Actually Have Dr Buck Reed, Charles Sturt University	Masterclass Continued...	The Journey from Injury to Wellbeing Geoff Evans, CEO, Disaster Relief Australia
1:55 PM - 2:15 PM	PTSD to PTG: Harnessing Post-Traumatic Growth for Personal Transformation Felicia Zsha' Mirzze, Neuro Vitality Pty Ltd	Piloting Mindarma at the AFP: Essential Psychological Skills and Self-Care Strategies for Police Michael Arena, Australian Federal Police and Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine	People Behind The Uniform Lindsay Mamone, Medically Retired NSW Police Officer
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Day 2 - Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
	JW Ballroom and Virtual via OnAIR
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 2:45pm – 3:15pm Psychosocial Hazard Identification and Risk Management for Police Leaders: Development and Application of an Early Warning System for Workplace Health and Performance Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University 3:15pm – 4:15pm Beyond Resilience to Sustainable Optimal Performance. Lessons Learned from 14 Bullets. Derrick McManus, Speaker, Facilitator, Author 4:15pm – 4:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Ballroom 1 and Virtual via OnAIR	Ballroom 2 - In-Person Only
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Yoga at Binna Burra Terrace Stretch and unwind when you join Zoe from OJAS Yoga & Mindfulness for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Desk Open
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Day 2 Conference Opening 8:30am – 8:40am Welcome & Housekeeping Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:40am – 8:45am A Mindful Pause Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine 8:45am – 9:15am “What Did You Learn?” – My Journey with PTSD CAPT Malcolm Roberts, Department of Defence 9:15am - 9:45am What Do Know About What Works in Improving First Responders’ Mental Health? Professor Richard Bryant AC, Director, Traumatic Stress Clinic \| Scientia Professor & NHMRC Leadership Fellow, School of Psychology, University of New South Wales.
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM	Day 2 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL..	IN-PERSON ONLY..
	Addressing the Unique Challenges Faced and Opportunities for Frontline Workers and Their Families Chair: Gary Fahey	Open Topic 1 Chair: Dr Loretta Poerio
10:15 AM - 10:35 AM	How the Un Disaster Risk Equation Can Inform Frontline Workforce Psychosocial Risk Management Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University	Living Alongside First Responder PTSD: Giving Voice to the Voiceless Sarah U'Brien and El Ke
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM	A Psychosocial Risk Approach - Managing Aggressive/Inappropriate Public Behaviour Towards Frontline Workers Heizy Serrels, Centre for Corporate Health	MASTERCLASS - How Systems Thinking Changes Workplace Mental Health: a Holistic Primary Preventative Framework for Worker Wellbeing Rev Dr Mark Layson, Charles Sturt University \| NSW Centre for Work Health and Safety
11:05 AM - 11:40 AM	Building a National Framework for Supporting Bereaved Military, Emergency Services & their Families After Suicide Dr Henry Bowen, Military And Emergency Services Health Australia	Masterclass Continued
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM	Day 2 - Lunch with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL...	IN-PERSON ONLY...
	Supporting the Unsung Heroes: Exploring Who Helps the Helper and How?? Chair: Tony O'Day	Open Topic 3 Chair: Dr Loretta Poerio
12:40 PM - 1:00 PM	Identity Crisis: you vs YOU Gary Fahey, Strong Men'd	MASTERCLASS - Leading at the Frontline Marianne Dyer, Authentic Connections
1:05 PM - 1:25 PM	Australian Adolescent Surf Lifesavers: a Snap Shot of Exposure to Traumatic Events and Shame Associate Professor Talitha Best, CQ University	Masterclass Continued..
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM	First Responder Identity and Role Dissonance: When the Job You Think You Should Be Doing is Not the Job You Actually Have Dr Buck Reed, Charles Sturt University	Masterclass Continued...
1:55 PM - 2:15 PM	PTSD to PTG: Harnessing Post-Traumatic Growth for Personal Transformation Felicia Zsha' Mirzze, Neuro Vitality Pty Ltd	Piloting Mindarma at the AFP: Essential Psychological Skills and Self-Care Strategies for Police Michael Arena, Australian Federal Police and Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Day 2 - Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
	JW Ballroom and Virtual via OnAIR
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 2:45pm – 3:15pm Psychosocial Hazard Identification and Risk Management for Police Leaders: Development and Application of an Early Warning System for Workplace Health and Performance Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University 3:15pm – 4:15pm Beyond Resilience to Sustainable Optimal Performance. Lessons Learned from 14 Bullets. Derrick McManus, Speaker, Facilitator, Author 4:15pm – 4:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Springbrook Room - In-Person Only
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Yoga at Binna Burra Terrace Stretch and unwind when you join Zoe from OJAS Yoga & Mindfulness for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Desk Open
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Day 2 Conference Opening 8:30am – 8:40am Welcome & Housekeeping Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:40am – 8:45am A Mindful Pause Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine 8:45am – 9:15am “What Did You Learn?” – My Journey with PTSD CAPT Malcolm Roberts, Department of Defence 9:15am - 9:45am What Do Know About What Works in Improving First Responders’ Mental Health? Professor Richard Bryant AC, Director, Traumatic Stress Clinic \| Scientia Professor & NHMRC Leadership Fellow, School of Psychology, University of New South Wales.
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM	Day 2 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY..
	Open Topic 2 Chair: Leonie Daly
10:15 AM - 10:35 AM	Moral Injury – a Psychosocial Risk for the 21st Century? Dr Nikki Jamieson, Suicide Prevention Specialist and Founder, Moral Injury Australia
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
11:05 AM - 11:40 AM
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM	Day 2 - Lunch with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY...
	Addressing the Unique Challenges Faced and Opportunities for Frontline Workers and Their Families. Chair: James Maskey
12:40 PM - 1:00 PM	Exploring Stress, Trauma, and Social Factors in Adult Surf Lifesavers and Lifeguards Dr Jaz Lawes, Research Team Leader, Surf Life Saving Australia
1:05 PM - 1:25 PM	Crossover of Traumatic Stress Between Paramedics and Their Intimate Partners Matthew Hill, University of The Sunshine Coast
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM	The Journey from Injury to Wellbeing Geoff Evans, CEO, Disaster Relief Australia
1:55 PM - 2:15 PM	People Behind The Uniform Lindsay Mamone, Medically Retired NSW Police Officer
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Day 2 - Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
	JW Ballroom and Virtual via OnAIR
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 2:45pm – 3:15pm Psychosocial Hazard Identification and Risk Management for Police Leaders: Development and Application of an Early Warning System for Workplace Health and Performance Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University 3:15pm – 4:15pm Beyond Resilience to Sustainable Optimal Performance. Lessons Learned from 14 Bullets. Derrick McManus, Speaker, Facilitator, Author 4:15pm – 4:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Ballroom 1 and Virtual via OnAIR
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Yoga at Binna Burra Terrace Stretch and unwind when you join Zoe from OJAS Yoga & Mindfulness for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Desk Open
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Day 2 Conference Opening 8:30am – 8:40am Welcome & Housekeeping Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:40am – 8:45am A Mindful Pause Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine 8:45am – 9:15am “What Did You Learn?” – My Journey with PTSD CAPT Malcolm Roberts, Department of Defence 9:15am - 9:45am What Do Know About What Works in Improving First Responders’ Mental Health? Professor Richard Bryant AC, Director, Traumatic Stress Clinic \| Scientia Professor & NHMRC Leadership Fellow, School of Psychology, University of New South Wales.
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM	Day 2 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL..
	Addressing the Unique Challenges Faced and Opportunities for Frontline Workers and Their Families Chair: Gary Fahey
10:15 AM - 10:35 AM	How the Un Disaster Risk Equation Can Inform Frontline Workforce Psychosocial Risk Management Dr Elisabeth Mclinton, Australian National University
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM	A Psychosocial Risk Approach - Managing Aggressive/Inappropriate Public Behaviour Towards Frontline Workers Heizy Serrels, Centre for Corporate Health
11:05 AM - 11:40 AM	Building a National Framework for Supporting Bereaved Military, Emergency Services & their Families After Suicide Dr Henry Bowen, Military And Emergency Services Health Australia
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM	Day 2 - Lunch with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL...
	Supporting the Unsung Heroes: Exploring Who Helps the Helper and How?? Chair: Tony O'Day
12:40 PM - 1:00 PM	Identity Crisis: you vs YOU Gary Fahey, Strong Men'd
1:05 PM - 1:25 PM	Australian Adolescent Surf Lifesavers: a Snap Shot of Exposure to Traumatic Events and Shame Associate Professor Talitha Best, CQ University
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM	First Responder Identity and Role Dissonance: When the Job You Think You Should Be Doing is Not the Job You Actually Have Dr Buck Reed, Charles Sturt University
1:55 PM - 2:15 PM	PTSD to PTG: Harnessing Post-Traumatic Growth for Personal Transformation Felicia Zsha' Mirzze, Neuro Vitality Pty Ltd
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Day 2 - Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
	JW Ballroom and Virtual via OnAIR
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 2:45pm – 3:15pm Psychosocial Hazard Identification and Risk Management for Police Leaders: Development and Application of an Early Warning System for Workplace Health and Performance Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University 3:15pm – 4:15pm Beyond Resilience to Sustainable Optimal Performance. Lessons Learned from 14 Bullets. Derrick McManus, Speaker, Facilitator, Author 4:15pm – 4:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Ballroom 2 - In-Person Only
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Yoga at Binna Burra Terrace Stretch and unwind when you join Zoe from OJAS Yoga & Mindfulness for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Desk Open
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Day 2 Conference Opening 8:30am – 8:40am Welcome & Housekeeping Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:40am – 8:45am A Mindful Pause Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine 8:45am – 9:15am “What Did You Learn?” – My Journey with PTSD CAPT Malcolm Roberts, Department of Defence 9:15am - 9:45am What Do Know About What Works in Improving First Responders’ Mental Health? Professor Richard Bryant AC, Director, Traumatic Stress Clinic \| Scientia Professor & NHMRC Leadership Fellow, School of Psychology, University of New South Wales.
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM	Day 2 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY..
	Open Topic 1 Chair: Dr Loretta Poerio
10:15 AM - 10:35 AM	Living Alongside First Responder PTSD: Giving Voice to the Voiceless Sarah U'Brien and El Ke
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM	MASTERCLASS - How Systems Thinking Changes Workplace Mental Health: a Holistic Primary Preventative Framework for Worker Wellbeing Rev Dr Mark Layson, Charles Sturt University \| NSW Centre for Work Health and Safety
11:05 AM - 11:40 AM	Masterclass Continued
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM	Day 2 - Lunch with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY...
	Open Topic 3 Chair: Dr Loretta Poerio
12:40 PM - 1:00 PM	MASTERCLASS - Leading at the Frontline Marianne Dyer, Authentic Connections
1:05 PM - 1:25 PM	Masterclass Continued..
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM	Masterclass Continued...
1:55 PM - 2:15 PM	Piloting Mindarma at the AFP: Essential Psychological Skills and Self-Care Strategies for Police Michael Arena, Australian Federal Police and Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Day 2 - Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
	JW Ballroom and Virtual via OnAIR
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 2:45pm – 3:15pm Psychosocial Hazard Identification and Risk Management for Police Leaders: Development and Application of an Early Warning System for Workplace Health and Performance Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University 3:15pm – 4:15pm Beyond Resilience to Sustainable Optimal Performance. Lessons Learned from 14 Bullets. Derrick McManus, Speaker, Facilitator, Author 4:15pm – 4:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws

	Springbrook Room - In-Person Only
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM	Yoga at Binna Burra Terrace Stretch and unwind when you join Zoe from OJAS Yoga & Mindfulness for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM	Registration Desk Open
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Day 2 Conference Opening 8:30am – 8:40am Welcome & Housekeeping Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 8:40am – 8:45am A Mindful Pause Dr Sadhbh Joyce, Senior Psychologist & Co-Founder - Mindarma, External Fellow - Black Dog Institute, UNSW Medicine 8:45am – 9:15am “What Did You Learn?” – My Journey with PTSD CAPT Malcolm Roberts, Department of Defence 9:15am - 9:45am What Do Know About What Works in Improving First Responders’ Mental Health? Professor Richard Bryant AC, Director, Traumatic Stress Clinic \| Scientia Professor & NHMRC Leadership Fellow, School of Psychology, University of New South Wales.
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM	Day 2 - Morning Tea with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY..
	Open Topic 2 Chair: Leonie Daly
10:15 AM - 10:35 AM	Moral Injury – a Psychosocial Risk for the 21st Century? Dr Nikki Jamieson, Suicide Prevention Specialist and Founder, Moral Injury Australia
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
11:05 AM - 11:40 AM
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM	Day 2 - Lunch with Exhibitors
	IN-PERSON ONLY...
	Addressing the Unique Challenges Faced and Opportunities for Frontline Workers and Their Families. Chair: James Maskey
12:40 PM - 1:00 PM	Exploring Stress, Trauma, and Social Factors in Adult Surf Lifesavers and Lifeguards Dr Jaz Lawes, Research Team Leader, Surf Life Saving Australia
1:05 PM - 1:25 PM	Crossover of Traumatic Stress Between Paramedics and Their Intimate Partners Matthew Hill, University of The Sunshine Coast
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM	The Journey from Injury to Wellbeing Geoff Evans, CEO, Disaster Relief Australia
1:55 PM - 2:15 PM	People Behind The Uniform Lindsay Mamone, Medically Retired NSW Police Officer
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Day 2 - Afternoon Tea with Exhibitors
	JW Ballroom and Virtual via OnAIR
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM	Join us for our final Keynote Session and Conference Closing Chair: Tara J Lal AFSM, Senior Firefighter and Peer Support Officer, Fire and Rescue NSW, Researcher, University of New England & Conference Chair 2:45pm – 3:15pm Psychosocial Hazard Identification and Risk Management for Police Leaders: Development and Application of an Early Warning System for Workplace Health and Performance Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute, Griffith University 3:15pm – 4:15pm Beyond Resilience to Sustainable Optimal Performance. Lessons Learned from 14 Bullets. Derrick McManus, Speaker, Facilitator, Author 4:15pm – 4:30pm Conference Closing and Prize Draws