NSW needs to focus on keeping children out of the criminal justice system. Evidence shows this move by the NSW Govt will not make communities safer, but it will further intrench disadvantage for First Nations children. #raisetheage bit.ly/3PmaLfI

An important Inquiry and worth following this crucial space for vulnerable women and infants irnicp.org #care #respect #safety Barnardos Australia First Nations mothers' trauma of baby removals heard in inquiry, calls to change process msn.com/en-au/news/aus…

In Australia today, an Indigenous child is 10 times more likely than a non-Indigenous child to be living in the care system. Australian progress on Closing the Gap is too slow, and this is both unacceptable and sobering. Barnardos Australia bit.ly/43nuL7v

'a modern and optimistic leader for our modern and optimistic nation' #hope #congratulations #childrenschampion Barnardos Australia PM names Mostyn as next governor-general thenewdaily.com.au/news/national/…

"We are in a national emergency." Australians deserve real action, real change and real investment. Now. Delia Donovan on ABC News this morning.

Every child has the right to feel safe in their home but already so many children have lost their mother to #DomesticViolence this year. This crisis needs action. Barnardos Australia stands with DomesticViolenceNSW We can't keep children safe without a strong commitment from government.

More evidence that childhood abuse and neglect seriously impact the mental health and well-being of Australian children. Specialized support services for children are critical! Barnardos Australia bit.ly/4dzVhio

Check out my latest article: What does the NSW Budget mean for the children of NSW. linkedin.com/pulse/what-doe… via LinkedIn

So many of the families seeking assistance from Barnardos Australia do not have ready access to quality early childhood education and care #childrenschampions #earlychildhood #childrights themandarin.com.au/249148-report-… via The Mandarin

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Check out my latest article: Homelessness in Australia is a growing epidemic, and our children are paying the price. linkedin.com/pulse/homeless… via LinkedIn

This #HomelessnessWeek we’re shining a light on stories shared at the People’s Commission into the Housing Crisis. We must use their voices to take collective action 🏘️ Sign our petition today: everybodyshome.com.au/end-homelessne… #HW2024

Key findings from Barnardos Australia YouGov survey indicate that 91% of participants agree that experiencing homelessness as a child impacts a person for the rest of their life. Without safety & stability, children & young people cannot reach their milestones & thrive. #HW2024 🏡🏚️

Our priority at Barnardos Australia is the safety & wellbeing of children. Sadly, children are unspoken victims of #homelessness across Australia. Our centres have observed significant increase in families going without essentials & unable to afford safe accommodation. #HW2024 🏘️🏚️

While recent commitments from the NSW Government have been encouraging Barnardos Australia is calling on all levels of government 2 appropriately fund housing options & social support services, 2 ensure no child falls through the cracks. Homelessness Australia Homelessness NSW #HW2024 🏘️🏚️

We cannot break the cycle of intergenerational disadvantage by doing what we have always done. I spoke with Prof Kristy Muir at the Philanthropy Aus Conference about how we are working together differently to improve the wellbeing of children, young people and their families.

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Launching National Child Protection Week this week, Commissioner Hollonds made an urgent plea to the Prime Minister to make child wellbeing a priority for National Cabinet. loom.ly/KNKh8Pk #childjustice #childwellbeing #AusHumanRights