We are thrilled to announce that we are launching a brand new, redeveloped version of our Peer Facilitator Training which is designed to upskill peer workers to facilitate and develop peer support groups.

This 1-day training is specifically designed to upskill peer workers to develop and facilitate groups from a lived experience perspective within formalised settings. Specific training in group facilitation can be incredibly beneficial as delivering and developing peer support groups are often an integral part of peer work roles. This training will assist peer workers to be able to maintain the roles and responsibilities of a facilitator whilst also remaining a ‘peer’ in the group.

Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria.

When: Thursday 19th February 2026 – 9:30am – 4:00pm,

Where: Face to face training, details of location to be sent once registered

If you or anybody you know who is in a Victorian AOD Peer Work role and facilitates groups as part of their role, or is interested in learning about group facilitation, then please register and share the link with your networks accordingly.

Registrations are sure to fill up fast so make sure you register your interest as soon as possible if you would like to attend the training via the following link:

https://form.jotform.com/260119106499055 – Please note that registrations of interest for the training close by COB Friday 23rd of January 2026.

As this training is currently only available for those who are in a Victorian state funded AOD Peer Work role, we request that you only fill out a questionnaire if this is you. For those who do not meet this criteria, please stay updated on our mailing list for when there is an available training for you.

SHARC’s Peer Facilitator Training aims for participants to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts and values underpinning peer support, peer work and the Victorian AOD LEW.
• Identify and apply the important qualities, attributes and skills of a peer facilitator.
• Identify and apply the practice of maintaining boundaries in a peer support group.
• Explore different types of groups and approaches that can be adopted by peer facilitators.
• Explore what is important to consider in developing the framework for a peer support group.
• Identify and apply ways to address group issues whilst minimising power imbalances and maintaining group safety.
• Understand how to co-facilitate groups as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Explore the importance of on-going review processes that involve all stakeholders.

For any questions regarding the training please email peersupport@sharc.org.au

Thanks

Peer Projects Team.