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Tue 12 May 2026
7:00 pm 8:30 pm
Delivered online

Free
05/12/2026 7:00 pm 05/12/2026 8:30 pm Young people experiencing ‘school can’t’ workshop This free information session will be hosted by Tiffany Westphal, from School Can’t Australia, for an overview on navigating the challenges and distress of caring for a young person experiencing school attendance difficulties. This session will help participants recognise early signs of distress in young people and understand why reframing 'school refusal' as 'school can’t' can provide a more compassionate and effective approach. Attendees will learnpractical strategies to support a young person who is feeling distressed about attending schoolexplore common stressors and the role of the autonomic nervous systemgain insight into how chronic stress impacts wellbeing.The session will also highlight ways for parents and carers to look after their own mental and emotional health while supporting their young person.Recommended for parents, carers and professionals who support a young person experiencing 'school can’t'.This session is proudly delivered in partnership with City of Boroondara, Knox City Council, Maroondah City Council and Yarra Ranges Council. , City of Boroondara [email protected] Australia/Melbourne public 23dfb19e-7500-4220-94ec-62054bfeb635