Domestic and Family Violence Awareness Month Breakfast & Industry Panel
Event description
About 
Join us for a vital conversation during Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month as we shine a spotlight on the complexities of DFV, with a particular focus on the upcoming Coercive Control Legislation (effective 26 May 2025). This event will feature an engaging industry panel discussion, offering multidisciplinary insights on how this legislation may shape service delivery and support across Queensland.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday 13 May 2025
Time: 7:45am Breakfast, 8:00am Panel Discussion and Q&A
Location: Global Change Institute Atrium (Building 20), UQ, St Lucia Campus
RSVP: Monday 12 May 2025
Panel Discussion
Hear from leading professionals working at the intersection of child protection, health, social work, and policing, as they explore:
- Systemic responses to DFV and potential unintended impacts of the new legislation
- Key considerations in recognizing, assessing, and responding to DFV, including patterns of coercive control
- Various career pathways in the DFV sector
- Legislative implications for frontline services and victim-survivors
Guests are encouraged to submit their questions for the panel upon registration.
Meet the Panellists
Jacinta Rogers – Program Manager, Act for Kids Brisbane North Intensive Family Support Program.
Jacinta Rogers is a social work professional with over 17 years of frontline and leadership experience supporting families impacted by domestic and family violence. She has worked across a range of community and government services in Australia and the UK. Currently the Program Manager for Brisbane North Intensive Family Support at Act for Kids, she leads a multidisciplinary team supporting families at risk, with a strong focus on safety, wellbeing, and long-term stability. Jacinta holds a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor of Psychological Science/Criminology and Criminal Justice and recently completed an Executive MBA. She is deeply passionate about educating other professionals on the dynamics of domestic and family violence and strongly believes that creating safer communities requires a shared responsibility across all sectors.
Katie Phelan – Principal Child Protection Practitioner, Brisbane Region, Department of Child Safety, Seniors, and Disability Services.
Katie Phelan is a highly experienced child protection professional with over 23 years working across the full spectrum of the child protection continuum. As the Principal Child Protection Practitioner for the Brisbane region, she provides expert guidance to a wide range of external agencies managing complex child protection matters, many involving domestic and family violence. Katie also serves as the Child Safety representative and Manager for the Brisbane High Risk Team, where she oversees high-risk DFV cases and supports coordinated, multi-agency responses. At this stage of her career, Katie is focused on strengthening child protection capability across the human services sector and fostering effective partnerships between NGOs and Child Safety. Her unwavering commitment is to build stronger, safer connections for children and families, and to keep families safe and together wherever possible.
Kayne Nund – A/Senior Sergeant, Officer in Charge, DFV & Vulnerable Persons Unit, Queensland Police Service, North Brisbane District.
Kayne Nund is a dedicated and experienced member of the Queensland Police Service, currently serving as Acting Senior Sergeant and Officer in Charge of the North Brisbane District Domestic, Family Violence & Vulnerable Persons Unit. With over 17 years of frontline operational policing experience, OIC A/Senior Sergeant Kayne Nund has developed a deep understanding of the nuanced dynamics and challenges surrounding domestic and family violence (DFV), as well as the critical role law enforcement plays in prevention, early intervention, and systemic reform. OIC A/S/Sgt Kayne Nund’s work has contributed to improving multi-agency collaboration, enhancing frontline police responses, and ensuring meaningful support for victim-survivors.
Talay Quinlan – Nurse Practitioner Candidate, Inclusive Health and Wellness Hub, Micah Projects.
Talay Quinlan is a Clinical Nurse with extensive experience providing care to vulnerable women affected by domestic and family violence (DFV). Her work is grounded in primary healthcare, with a focus on clinical assessment, early intervention, and management of physical and mental health concerns in the context of DFV. With a background in community nursing and women’s health, she integrates evidence-based practice with trauma-informed care to support safe, coordinated responses. She is currently completing her Nurse Practitioner studies, aiming to expand access to comprehensive healthcare for those facing complex social and medical needs.
Control in a relationship is never okay. If you see a pattern of coercive control, support is available.
Search “Coercive Control” or visit qld.gov.au/coercivecontrol
Hosted by the UQ School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, UQ School of Social Science, UQ HASS Student Futures and Act for Kids Brisbane North Intensive Family Support Program.
