Kate Everingham is a dedicated social worker with over twenty years of experience supporting children and families across both government and non-government organizations. She is currently working for Karitane, where she continues her passion for empowering parents and strengthening family connections. Drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches—including narrative therapy, dyadic developmental psychotherapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and trauma-informed practice—Kate is committed to helping parents build strong, loving relationships with their children. Her work is grounded in the belief that every family deserves the tools and support to thrive, and she is dedicated to fostering resilience and empowerment within the community.

In her talk, Discover the Power of Volunteering! Supporting Local Children and Families, Kate will introduce Volunteer Family Connect (VFC), a community-based early intervention program designed to provide one-on-one emotional support to parents and carers in their homes. Developed in collaboration with The Benevolent Society, Save the Children, Karitane, and researchers from Western Sydney University, VFC aims to strengthen parental confidence, expand support networks, and encourage families to be aspirational for their future. Through this session, Kate will highlight the transformative impact of volunteering and inspire attendees to take part in building a stronger, more connected community.

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RSVP by 10 am on Mon 24/03/2025 to join us at Wingham Services Club , 28-38 Bent St, WINGHAM on 27th March 2025. We cannot accept late RSVPs once the venue is notified of numbers, and we are required to pay for that number, so late cancellations will still be asked to pay.

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