Our first professional development webinar for 2026, “Developing a Risk Matrix for Intergenerational Practice” was facilitated earlier this month by Casey Baldwin of Intergen Connect.
A very big thank you to Casey for leading this insightful and practical workshop which prompted and guided attendees through the why and how of developing a risk matrix to identify, rate, and respond to different levels of risk.
Key takeaways:
- Developing a risk matrix works best as a collaborative process, bringing together different perspectives to build a complete and accurate risk assessment.
- Assume positive intentions and approach situations with curiosity rather than judgment.
- Being clear is kind. Communicating expectations, risks, decisions, and boundaries in a straightforward way helps create environments where people feel informed, respected, and safe. Clarity reduces confusion, prevents harm, and supports shared understanding.
- Context is critical. Every situation carries its own nuances, and tuning into the details leads to more accurate assessments and better decisions.
- Hearing attendees reflect on their own settings and share strategies for risk mitigation was incredibly valuable.
And speaking of time to connect, share and learn … now’s the moment to secure your spot at the AIIP Conference, if you haven’t already done so! Click here to register This year we have an extraordinary line-up of speakers, including a cross‑sector panel bringing together government and non‑government voices from both aged and child focused sectors to discuss key challenges and ideas for strengthening child safety processes within intergenerational programs.
The next Professional Development Webinar – Intergenerational Programs in Libraries with Jessica Bruce, will be held on Feb 11th 2026 at 11.00am AEST (QLD) and 12.00pm AEDT (Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney).
To find out more and register click here: Upcoming Events – Australian Institute for Intergenerational Practice