Social media self-defence webinar
Council members are invited to attend a webinar presented by the eSafety Commissioner to equip them with the tools to navigate social media safely and confidently.
Council members are invited to attend a webinar presented by the eSafety Commissioner to equip them with the tools to navigate social media safely and confidently.
It will provide practical strategies to help manage online abuse and strengthen digital wellbeing — key skills for those in public-facing roles.
What the webinar will cover:
- Types of online abuse commonly experienced by people in public roles.
- Personal and professional impacts of online abuse.
- How to set up social media platforms for increased safety.
- Proactive de-escalation strategies.
- How to report abuse to eSafety.
- Self-care to support wellbeing.
- Real-world case studies and practical responses.
This aligns with LGIRS’ commitment to safer online environments for all Western Australians and complements council member induction.
When
Friday 28 November 2025
12:00 to 1:00pm AWST
Cost
Free
Where
Online via MS Teams
Registrations
Registrations for this event are being managed by the eSafety Commissioner.
The content of eSafety Commissioner webinars and presentations are tailored to audiences and regularly updated to ensure currency. As such, the webinar will not be recorded. This also includes the recording of transcripts using AI and other technologies.
Visit the eSafety website for a full range of resources and videos www.esafety.gov.au
Contact
Local Government Advisory Hotline
1300 762 511