Free training - building your skills and confidence to support community wellbeing and resilience.

Creating safe, connected communities begins with understanding and compassion for self and others. This free, evidence-based training provides practical strategies to recognise emotional distress, reduce stigma, and understand how everyday actions can make a difference. By the end of the training, you will have the knowledge and confidence to support yourself and others, fostering wellbeing across families, workplaces, and communities.

What you will leave with:

Practical tools to boost your emotional wellbeing and resilience

Positive coping strategies for stress and distress

Knowledge of how to create your own Wellbeing Plan

Confidence to support others with compassion, and empathy.

What makes this session different?

It’s evidence-based and designed for everyday life. You will learn how to spot signs of emotional distress, break down myths and stigma, and respond compassionately to yourself and others.

Training Details: Online. SA residents only. Cameras are required to be turned on. AI recording not permitted.

Duration: 3 hours

Cost: Free

Funded by: South Australian Government’s Drought Response

Delivered by: Preventive Health SA

Prior knowledge: None required

Skills you will gain:

Understand common myths and barriers to seeking help
Learn practical ways to guide others to the right support
Explore the role of compassion, hope, and empathy in wellbeing
Develop everyday strategies to cope with stress and build resilience
Know where to access further help for yourself or others.

Connecting with People - Webinar - Emotional Resilience - 20th April 2026