The Interfaith Network welcomes the opportunity to promote events and activities of other organisations that share in our vision and values.
If your organisation wishes to have an event, activity promoted in our Events Section, please contact our Executive Officer, Livia Carusi, via executive@interfaithnetwork.org.au
From time to time, the IFN will also list other events and activities within and outside of the City of Greater Dandenong that may also be of interest.
New Initiative – Train, Engage, Connect, and Support (TECS) Project
The TECS project aims to build the capacity of multicultural faith and community leaders to effectively support individuals experiencing FDSV within their communities.
Following extensive consultations and co-design sessions with diverse community and faith leaders, service providers, and people with lived experience of FDSV across Australia, a training package targeted at leaders supporting migrant and refugee communities has been developed.
The offered training is free, online training.
This training package includes an e-learning module and a conversation guide and can be accessed via the link or QR code provided below.
This 3-hour online training will help you learn how to safely support people experiencing family, domestic and sexual violence in your community. It is a self-paced – you can complete small sections and return at a time convenient to you. This is an opportunity to strengthen your leadership and be a part of positive change in your community.
Upon completion, you will receive a certificate of completion.
You will also have the opportunity to join our Learning Circles. This is a space to share your experiences, provide feedback, and engage with fellow community and faith leaders. Participation in Learning Circle is paid in recognition of your valuable time and input.
Access the training here:
link: https://diversity.ssi.org.au/faith-and-community-leaders-training
QR code:
FREE Training for Community and Faith Leaders
2025 Victorian Interfaith Festival – Sunday Nov 16th, 12.00 – 4.30pm
Walk Against Family Violence, Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Meet at Dandenong Market at 10.30am to start the walk at 11am, to Harmony Square. Cleeland Street, Dandenong
Meet at Dandenong Market (we will begin the walk on The Terrace, above the carpark) and walk to Harmony Square for our annual Walk Against Family Violence.
Hear from guest speaker Elvis Martin.
Elvis Martin is a multi-award-winning international speaker, survivor advocate, and passionate campaigner for social justice. With lived experience of family violence, Elvis brings a powerful and personal perspective to this year’s Walk Against Family Violence.
He has served on numerous government and community boards, including the Victorian Government’s Anti-Racism and LGBTQIA+ Taskforces, and is a trusted advisor on domestic violence policy through his role on the Expert Advisory Panel of Safe and Equal. Elvis is also the Principal Ambassador of Youth Development Australia.
Recognised for his leadership and advocacy, Elvis has received multiple prestigious awards, including the Premier’s Refugee Leadership Award and the National Young Community Achiever of the Year. His voice continues to inspire change across mental health, youth empowerment, and equality.
Elvis will share his journey as a survivor and advocate, helping to raise awareness and foster hope for others impacted by family violence.
City of Greater Dandenong Contact Details:
Festivals and Events
8571 5090
events@cgd.vic.gov.au