Powering Up ~ Queensland Lived Experience Workforce Summit 2025
Summit Information Summit Sponsors
A Lived Experience workforce event,
by Lived Experience workers, for Lived Experience workers.
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REGISTRATION TYPE (GST inclusive; no additional fees) |
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QLEWN Individual Member |
$450.00 |
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Non-Member |
$550.00 |
EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
TWO-DAY IN PERSON REGISTRATION
The two-day registration includes all Summit plenary and workshop presentations. One-day or virtual registrations are not available.
EVENT DINNER
Registering to attend the Summit includes an option to also register to attend the event dinner on the 20th February 2025 at an additional cost of $75.00 (less relevant QLEWN member discounts).
BURSARIES
A limited number of bursaries are available to subsidise the cost of attending for Lived Experience workers who require financial assistance to be able to attend. Applications for bursaries close on the 31st October 2024.
ORGANISATIONAL GROUP BOOKINGS
No discount is offered for group registrations, beyond the reduced per-person rate offered for staff employed by organisations which are current QLEWN organisational members.
When making a group booking, please ensure you have the email addresses and dietary requirements of each individual delegate to be included in the booking. The online booking process has no provision for saving and returning to partially completed registration forms.
PAYMENT
An automated tax invoice/receipt is emailed on completion of individual or group online registrations.
Payments can only be received online either via credit card or electronic funds transfer (EFT). EFT payments must be received within 5 working days of submitting a registration. Individual and group registrations not paid within 5 working days will be cancelled.
Registrations submitted after the 15th January 2025 can only be paid by credit card.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitute Delegate
A substitute delegate can be approved at no cost conditional on a written request being received via email to admin@qlewn.onmicrosoft.com on or before the 12th February, 2025. Substitute delegates will not be accepted after this date.
Refunds
100% of the registration cost, less a $75.00 administration fee conditional on a written request being received via email to admin@qlewn.onmicrosoft.com on or before the 1st January 2025. 50% of the registration cost less a $75.00 administration fee will be refunded for cancellation requests received after the 1st January and before the 1st February 2025. No refunds will be offered for cancellation requests received on or after the 2nd February 2025. All requests for refunds must be received in writing. Refunds may take up to 20 working days to process.
PRIVACY
QLEWN will only share your identifiable personal information with third parties where it is required to facilitate your requirements in attending the Summit. Sharing of personal information in this instance will be strictly limited to sharing only the information required to facilitate the service. The workforce details you provided (demographic information) may be de-identified and included in reporting outcomes of the Summit and marketing future events.
The event will be photographed and presentations may be video-recorded. Images may be used in reporting the outcome of the event and promoting future events. If you do not want your image included, please ensure you withhold your consent on the registration form and additionally, advise staff on the on-site registration desk, so they can arrange to introduce you to the photographer.
DISCLAIMER
Information provided by speakers and presenters may not represent the views held by QLEWN and/or event sponsors or partners. Speakers and presenters are encouraged to hold professional indemnity insurance. Delegates are encouraged to hold personal insurance. Delegates, speakers, presenters and exhibitors are reminded to observe the requests or directions of Summit staff.
admin@QLEWN.onmicrosoft.com.au
Expressions of Interest for the IMPACT Strategic Advisory Group
Communify, in partnership with the Queensland Lived Experience Workforce Network (QLEWN), is excited to announce the establishment of a co-designed network for the Lived Experience Workforce in Queensland, supported by seed funding. This initiative aims to create a robust platform for Lived Experience workers, students, and advocates/representatives across Queensland to connect, collaborate, and build capacity. The network will focus on supporting the Lived/Living Experience Workforce across various sectors, including mental health, alcohol and other drugs, suicide prevention, eating disorders, disability, and other emerging Lived Experience workforce areas.
The network development process began in November 2024, with two co-design sessions held in early 2025 and initial network meetings taking place in March 2025. As we continue to build on this momentum, we are seeking expressions of interest for the formation of a Strategic Advisory Group (SAG) that will provide leadership and strategic direction for the ongoing development and sustainability of the network.
Purpose
The Strategic Advisory Group (SAG) will be integral in guiding the vision, priorities, and governance of the network. The SAG will ensure that the network remains firmly aligned with Lived Experience values and principles while adhering to national guidelines. Additionally, the group will work alongside the broader existing and emerging Lived/ Living Experience workforce sectors to advocate for systems reform and provide strategic input into workforce development and sector-wide change.
Key Responsibilities
• Guiding the overall vision and strategic priorities of the network.
• Ensuring co-design principles are reflected in governance and decision-making.
• Advising on policy development, funding strategies and long-term sustainability efforts in relation to the network.
• Strengthening advocacy initiatives for Lived Experience Workforce recognition across sectors.
• Providing input into workforce development strategies and systems reform.
• Reviewing Community of Practice activities to ensure they represent member needs and development of the broader Lived/Living Experience Workforce.
• Ensuring diverse representation from various Lived Experience sectors.
• Working collaboratively with peak bodies and other government and non-government organisations to provide consultation regarding the Lived Experience Workforce.
• Demonstrating commitment to social change values in systems and communities.
Participant Selection and Criteria
The Strategic Advisory Group will include up to 12 members from diverse geographical areas (urban, regional, rural, and remote) across Queensland, as well as individuals from different sectors within the Lived/Living Experience Workforce.
We are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who:
• Identify as having a personal lived/living experience with mental health, alcohol and other drugs, suicidality, etc. and navigation of services and broader systems.
• Experience in a Lived Experience role, Lived Experience Leadership or actively involved in peer work, advocacy, policy, or other Lived Experience sector initiatives.
• Have a strong interest in contributing to systems-level change, workforce development, and strategic leadership.
• Can commit to regular meetings to support network development and sustainability.
• Have an in-depth understanding of the Queensland Lived Experience Workforce landscape and sector priorities.
Commitment & Meeting Schedule Initial Commitment: May–September 2025 (with the potential for extension subject to ongoing funding). Ideally, membership will be maintained for a two-year term.
Meeting Schedule:
• May, June, July – Monthly, 2 hour meetings.
• Every two months following July (subject to funding).
To support professional development and leadership growth within the network, we will also introduce shadow members. Shadow members will have opportunities to observe meetings, contribute as appropriate, and gain experience in governance and strategic planning.
Payment & Participation Meetings will be held virtually via Zoom/Teams.
Payment: Members will receive $50 per hour for their participation, unless attending as part of a paid work role.
Expression of Interest (EOI) Process
To apply, please complete this Expression of Interest form by 5pm, Thursday 17th April 2025: https://forms.office.com/r/7LJPsZGDwA For further information or any questions, please contact katies@communify.org.au or 0403 701 549
Lived Experience Workforce Network Meetings
Join us online in April; two options
Thursday, 3rd April, 4:30-6:30pm, or Tuesday, 8th April, 10am-12 midday.
Registration is essential https://events.humanitix.com/lived-experience-workforce-network-meeting-2
