Question 1

Do I need to attend all 7 sessions?

Accepted Answer

No. Your registration gives you access to choose the sessions that serve your needs - whether that's one, three or all seven.

Question 2

Can I attend anonymously?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can change the name of your Zoom participant profile in the waiting room, you may choose not to turn on your video and attend only with audio. Whatever you choose, we request that you please tell us beforehand connect@blueborage.com.au so we let you in the room.

Question 3

Can I ask questions anonymously?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All Q&A questions are submitted privately to facilitators who read them aloud, protecting your anonymity.

Question 4

Will the event be recorded?

Accepted Answer

For privacy and safety, only the presentation recording, not the Q&A or following conversation, will be shared with permission from each presenter.  That recording is only for registered participants. The Q&As will be facilitated. No recording of participants will be shared.

Question 5

Registration Psychological Safety & Fairness

Accepted Answer

Registration is one ticket for each participant. No shared screens so we know who is with us for the psychological safety of all participants. Tickets cannot be shared. Only the one email will be sent a Zoom link. That one participant will have access to the full day's events. Not shareable.

Question 6

Refund Policy

Accepted Answer

Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is rescheduled. If you are unable to attend, please contact the organiser to transfer your credit towards a coming Conversation Cafe (registration for the usual conversation cafe monthly event is $40).

Question 7

What if I'm in a different timezone?

Accepted Answer

The symposium is designed to accommodate global participants with sessions spread across 12 hours. Check the full program for session times in your timezone.

Question 8

Can I attend if I work in this field professionally?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Practitioners, researchers, social workers, and educators are welcome. This symposium bridges lived experience and professional practice.

Question 9

Is there a community I can connect with afterwards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Blue Borage hosts twice monthly Conversation Cafés and maintains connections through our mailing list. Details provided to registered participants.

Question 10

Is this suitable for someone currently in crisis?

Accepted Answer

This symposium offers education, connection, and tools — but it is not therapy or crisis intervention. If you're in immediate distress, please contact your local crisis service. If you are seeking resources or support related to SSTA or Incest see www.siblingsexualtrauma.com or incestaware.org

Question 11

What if the content becomes too difficult?

Accepted Answer

You're in control. You can turn off your camera, step away, or leave any session. You can contact the organiser by direct message in the chat throughout for support.

Seven Conversations on Sibling Sexual Trauma & Abuse: A Global Symposium