Join the live-streamed official launch of National Child Protection Week 2023 by the Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) and Her Excellency, Mrs Linda Hurley. Professor Ben Mathews will provide insight into the sobering findings of the Australian Child Maltreatment Study. The Study tells us loud and clear that child maltreatment […]
The world’s longest-living and surviving culture, has much to teach us about the power of truth-telling, stories, and deep listening. In fact, in her much-watched TEDx Talk, Emeritus Professor Judy Atkinson refers to the art of deep listening as ‘the Aboriginal gift to the nation’. In this webinar, we’ll hear from the presenters about their […]
This discussion will explore what the impacts of experiencing, or being exposed to, family and domestic violence means for children. While Australia has been having a deeper look at violence against women and shedding more light on what is needed to prevent it, we need to make sure we keep kids in the picture. Children […]
Children thrive in safe and supported communities. In 2023, the first Action Plans for the Safe & Supported: National Framework for Protecting Australia’s Children were released. In this webinar, those closely involved in leading this work will discuss how these action plans will make a difference to the lives of children and their families across […]
Recent research suggests emotional abuse in childhood is highly prevalent and contributes to a range of physical, social and psychological problems. Despite this, emotional abuse in childhood is poorly understood compared to other forms of child maltreatment, such as physical or sexual abuse, and is often overlooked in practice settings. In partnership with the National […]
In partnership with the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS). This webinar will explore emotional abuse in childhood and the role of parenting support in reducing and preventing child maltreatment. Despite its high prevalence, emotional abuse is less well-known than other forms of child maltreatment, including physical or sexual abuse. Recently, the Australian Child Maltreatment […]
There are significant costs associated with child abuse and neglect. In this webinar we will speak with key thinkers who help unpack the myths around the economic and structural costs associated with child abuse. We know there are deeply harmful personal and social costs to experiencing abuse, but what about the significant cost of child […]
To prevent child abuse and neglect, we need to get our messaging right. We need everyone in the community – especially decision-makers – to understand the rates of abuse, the impacts, and what needs to be done. Naturally, it’s tempting to lead with the shocking statistics. However, evidence shows that this can backfire by triggering […]
The murder of a child’s parent in the context of domestic violence is a traumatic experience that has immediate and long-term effects on a child’s social, emotional and cognitive development. Children and young people may experience ongoing distress, safety concerns and family conflict. Many also face the loss of the perpetrator parent. Although supporting these […]
Join senior leaders and practitioners from across Australia working in child protection, safety and wellbeing, where you will have the opportunity to discuss best-practice and evidence-based approaches to improve outcomes for children experiencing vulnerability. The conference will showcase how all Australians can work together to achieve the best outcomes for vulnerable children and those experiencing […]
Hear from practitioners who specialise in family dispute resolution and counselling about how to make children's wellbeing a central part of conversations with parents navigating separation and divorce. Click here to register
Join senior leaders and practitioners from across Australia working in child protection, safety and wellbeing, where you will have the opportunity to discuss best-practice and evidence-based approaches to improve outcomes for children experiencing vulnerability. The conference will showcase how all Australians can work together to achieve the best outcomes for vulnerable children and those experiencing […]