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It's Always A Privilege To Support A Young Person Reach Their Goals
Pathfinders are incredibly proud of one young person who, despite many challenges this year, has not only achieved their goals, but has taken the time to acknowledge the support of our team in making this possible. The letter we received from the young person is a joy to read and we are happy to share it with all those who work tirelessly in support of children and young people growing up in care.
Celebrating Positive Everyday Moments
Cooking garlic prawns, starting a first job, and graduating from high school are just a few ways we ensure that our children, young people and families experience love, care, safety, choice of decision-making and empowerment in their lives at Lifestyle Solutions. We are proud to share positive everyday moments from the lives of the children we support, highlighting how we bring our commitment to life.
Child Protection Week Endorsement 'Every Conversation Matters'
The Children in Care Collective fully endorses the 2024 theme of Child Protection Week - Every conversation matters. As NAPCAN states, ‘Conversations are powerful tools to keep children and young people safe and well’.
New Children in Care Collective Chair
In April 2024, Lisa Giacomelli, Executive Director of Child and Family Services for Lifestyle Solutions, was elected Chair of the Children in Care Collective. Lisa is keen to advocate for equity of experience and access to care across the country’s child protection systems.
The Children in Care Collective 2023 Achievements
The Children in Care Collective fully endorses the call for a National Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children
We support the following principles as set out in the joint position paper developed by SNAICC – National Voice for Our Children and Family Matters and will advocate for the establishment of a National Commissioner:
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We must urgently establish a national commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people to provide a dedicated focus on their rights.
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The commissioner must be independent from government and have powers to investigate and report publicly on issues that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people.
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A commissioner could play a role in supporting strategies for more effective collaboration and coordination both between and within governments.
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There is increasing recognition across Australia of the importance of having dedicated commissioners for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people. Victoria established a dedicated commissioner in 2013 and South Australia in 2018. In Victoria, the work of the Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People has led to major government reforms and an increased focus on improving outcomes for our children. In Queensland, a commissioner was appointed in 2020.
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A commissioner at the national level could advocate for the needs, rights and views of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, ensuring that our children thrive into the future.
Outcome of the Referendum proposing a Voice to Parliament
The Children in Care Collective will work to reconcile what the outcome of the referendum means for the country we are and the nation we seek to become.
https://www.reconciliation.org.au/referendum-result-profound-disappointment/
The Children in Care Collective supports a constitutionally enshrined First Nations Voice to Parliament
The Children in Care Collective supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart in its entirety and embraces its invitation for all Australians to join in creating a future that recognises and celebrates the strength and wisdom of the First Peoples of this country. Read More...
The Children in Care Collective fully endorses the call for a National Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children
We support the following principles as set out in the joint position paper developed by SNAICC – National Voice for Our Children and Family Matters and will advocate for the establishment of a National Commissioner:
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We must urgently establish a national commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people to provide a dedicated focus on their rights.
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The commissioner must be independent from government and have powers to investigate and report publicly on issues that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people.
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A commissioner could play a role in supporting strategies for more effective collaboration and coordination both between and within governments.
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There is increasing recognition across Australia of the importance of having dedicated commissioners for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people. Victoria established a dedicated commissioner in 2013 and South Australia in 2018. In Victoria, the work of the Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People has led to major government reforms and an increased focus on improving outcomes for our children. In Queensland, a commissioner was appointed in 2020.
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A commissioner at the national level could advocate for the needs, rights and views of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, ensuring that our children thrive into the future.
Children in Care review of its priorities
Members of the Collective met in October 2022 to review its priorities and strategies to ensure it maintains a contemporary focus. Read More...
Connecting Families - An Allambi Care Presentation
Young people in care and those transitioning to independence need real connection with family and networks of people who will be part of their lives forever. Allambi Care began its Family Finding project in 2017 and maintains a specialist family search and engagement team. Staff from Allambi gave a presentation to the Children in Care Collective on their experience.
Life Without Barriers Partners With SNAICC
SNAICC and Life Without Barriers are pleased to announce a new partnership that follows a historic commitment from Life Without Barriers, to transfer its out-of-home care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-control within 10 years.sure to add all the relevant details you want to share with site visitors.
