Education and training
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Tenants Victoria provides training and information sessions to strengthen the knowledge, skills and confidence of people supporting renters in Victoria. This includes renter advocates, people working in community legal centres and other community organisations, and members of community groups.
Upcoming sessions
If you are interested in a tailored session for your group or organisation, please complete our training enquiry form.
Update for tenancy workers: topics to be announced
When: Wednesday 18 February 2026, 9:30 am – 12 pm
Where: Online
Join us for this online training session designed to strengthen the skills and knowledge of renter advocates and people working in community legal centres and other organisations that support renters.
In general, these sessions cover changes to the Residential Tenancies Act, updates to Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV) processes, emerging standards and VCAT case insights. You will gain practical tools, policy updates and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
Whether you are new or experienced in the sector, these sessions will help you stay current and effective in supporting renters’ rights.
Register: Update for tenancy workers Wednesday 18 February 2026
Family violence and the law
When: Wednesday 25 February, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Where: Online
Delivered by Legal Service Victoria, this training is designed for tenancy workers and professionals who support clients with intersecting legal issues, including tenancy matters.
Participants will strengthen their understanding of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008 and build confidence in recognising when clients should be referred for family violence–related legal assistance or support for other related legal issues.
The training will also cover evidence-based family violence risk factors and how to apply this knowledge in practice when working with clients who are experiencing family violence and seeking to access the family violence provisions under the Residential Tenancies Act 1997.
Register: Family violence and the law
Family violence intersections with child protection
When: Wednesday 28 April, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Online
Victim-survivors of family violence with children may also be involved with, or at risk of involvement with, the Victorian Child Protection Service child protection system, which can be distressing and difficult to navigate. Tenancy workers play a key role in supporting clients through this system, particularly when family violence and tenancy issues intersect.
“Delivered by Women’s Legal Service Victoria, this 2-hour workshop explores how Child Protection becomes involved, the links between family violence and tenancy, and practical ways to support adult and child victim-survivors. Participants will gain clarity on referral and advocacy options within the scope of their role and strengthen their understanding in line with Pillars 2 and 3 of the MARAM framework.
Register: Family violence intersections with Child Protection
Family violence foundations
When: Wednesday 3 June, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Where: Online
Delivered by Women’s Legal Service Victoria, this training is designed for new professionals providing tenancy services, as well as those who have not previously undertaken family violence training.
The session will introduce a trauma-informed approach to discussing family violence with clients. Using an intersectional lens, participants will deepen their understanding of the dynamics and drivers of family violence and how these intersect with the Residential Tenancies Act 1997.
Register: Family Violence Foundations
