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Law for Community Workers

Looking for practical training about the law that is designed for community workers?

Community workers can play a key role in assisting their clients to access legal help. Law for Community Workers is a free education program for community workers in all fields of community work.

The program comprises a series of free webinars about the law, the legal system, and legal procedures.  It provides legal information in plain language for non-lawyers.  It aims to help community workers to:

  • identify legal problems 
  • assist their clients to understand the legal system and legal procedures
  • understand the range of legal assistance services available in South Australia and
  • make appropriate referrals for legal assistance and advice. 

The webinars focus on key areas of law that are relevant for community workers and their clients.   

Upcoming webinars

We are currently preparing an exciting schedule of webinars for 2025. If you have feedback on our previous webinars or would like to suggest a topic for a future webinar, please let us know by email to cle@lsc.sa.gov.au.

To ensure you do not miss hearing about all of our upcoming Law for Community Workers webinars, please make sure to subscribe to Keeping Connected.

Previous Webinars

Enhancing Legal Pathways for Domestic Violence Victim-Survivors

In this free online webinar, you'll hear from members of our Family Law Division as we discuss our multidisciplinary approach enabling early intervention, avoiding re-traumatisation, and addressing a wide spectrum of clients’ needs, thereby improving access to justice.

When: Thursday 28 November 2024 from 12:30 pm (ACDT)

A recording of this webinar will be available soon.

Recent Changes to Residential Tenancy Laws

On 31 October 2024, Consumer and Business Services and the Legal Services Commission discussed the key changes to private residential tenancy laws that commenced July 2024, including:

  • changes to bond lodgement
  • inspection requirements
  • pets, and
  • termination of leases.

View our Recent Changes to Residential Tenancy Laws webinar via our YouTube channel.

Legal Service's Protection Visa Program: Securing Futures Together

In this online webinar held on 19 September 2024, the Legal Services Migration team discussed the recently commenced Protection Visa Program (PVP), including different types of visas and who they are for, the implications of Protection Visa refusal and the various ways that Legal Services can support those going through the process.

View Legal Services' Protection Visa Program webinar via our YouTube channel.

2024 SA Law Week Webinar - Legal Help for all South Australians

This free webinar explained how to access the services provided by the Legal Services Commission. Inform yourself about our unique services, from our free Legal Helpline to our family violence services. This webinar will also help you identify suitable referral pathways to resolve legal problems for yourself or your clients.

View our 2024 SA Law Week Webinar here: 

 


Frequently Asked Questions

When are the sessions held?

Sessions are (usually) scheduled from 12.30-1.30pm on Thursdays.

Where are the sessions held?

The sessions are all webinars so you can attend from the convenience of your office or home. We use MS Teams webinar platform.

Please contact us if you need information from the webinar presented in an alternative format for accessibility reasons.

How do I register?

Register for our upcoming session using the registration link provided above. 

Who presents the sessions?

The sessions are all presented by staff from the Legal Services Commission, with occasional co-presenters from aligned organisations, who are experienced in their field.

Do you provide resources?

A copy of the slides will be provided.  We also have online and hard copy resources and publications, that you can access and order for free.

Will you do a session about ... ?

If you would like a session on a particular topic, email the LCW Coordinator to let us know - see email details at the bottom of this page.

Feedback from Past Participants

  • "Very easy to understand without complex legal terminology - very helpful for non-lawyers."
  • "Thank you, very insightful, and I gained knowledge that I can apply to the work that I do."
  • "Excellent content and delivery both visually and audibly."
  • "Presenter very engaging and knowledgeable."
  • "Today was my first webinar and I found it insightful and informative.  A great way to share and access information. Certainly interested in tuning into others in the future."

Further Information about Law for Community Workers

For information about the Law for Community Workers program please contact:

 

Hannah Millard

hannah.millard@lsc.sa.gov.au

ph. 8111 5443