Family Wellbeing Program
The Family Wellbeing (FWB) program is offered through two modes of learning. The first is an Introductory course to the Family Wellbeing content with flexible delivery options to small groups. The second is an accredited six-month Certificate II training program which is delivered through the Australian vocational education and training sector.
The Family Wellbeing program was developed in 1993, by and for Aboriginal people. The FWB program aims to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, organisations and communities to take greater control over their lives, to participate fully in education and employment, and improve health and wellbeing.
The introductory Family Wellbeing course includes topics such as the ones listed below.
Group Agreement
Creating a safe space for the FWB program by establishing guidelines and rules for group discussion.
Human Qualities
Identifying the key roles of a leader of role model.
Basic Human Needs
Exploring the physical, emotional, spiritual and mental needs.
Life Journey
Mapping out and understanding the timeline or history of one's life experiences.
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Additional information about the Family Wellbeing program may also be found at
The Lowitja Institute. The Family Wellbeing Program: Empowerment Research.
Social and Emotional Wellbeing Services. 18 Years of the Family Wellbeing Program.