The Shark Cage ® Group Program - Expression of Interest

Sometimes women and gender expansive folk begin to feel that they must attract abuse if it happens more than once in their lives. This is not true. No one is ever to blame in any way for the abusive actions of others.

The group program recognises that there are sharks out there in the world and sometimes it is not possible to avoid them. Having a strong Shark Cage® of human rights can help you to recognise sharks before they become a part of your life. This program will help you strengthen your Shark Cafe and make sure it has a good alarm system.

You will also explore how to recognise a respectful dolphin and identify the characteristics of healthy relationships. In working through the 5 steps in the Shark Cage framework, you will learn about the impacts of trauma, how to manage strong emotions, develop assertiveness skills, and build your sense of empowerment. You will also create your personal Treasure Chest of tools to help you heal and create a new, strong and positive sense of yourself and your rights.

Dates: 10 week commitment, every Friday starting 10 Jan 2025

Time: 11:00 - 1:30pm

Cost: Sliding scale fee structure starting from $30 per week & NDIS participants may be able to use funding if aligned with their goals

Location: New Leaf Social Work, WOTSO, 123 Margaret Street, Toowoomba

Sliding Scale Fee Structure as follows:

Under $35k p.a - $40 per week = $400 total
Between $35-54k p.a - $50 per week = $500 total
Between $55-74k p.a - $60 per week = $600 total
Between $75-94k p.a - $70 per week = $700 total
Over $95k p.a - $80 per week = $800 total
Third Party Insurers & Organisations (e.g. NDIS, workcover, organisational brokerage) - $90 per week =$900 total

Host or Publisher New Leaf Social Work