Victorian children, young people and families are safe, happy and connected, with access to support when they need it.
Analysis and reflection: We test knowledge and ideas based on evidence, research and best practice
Ethical decision-making: We handle information with care and confidence, and we evaluate and make choices based on ethical principles
Creativity: We are willing to do things differently and try new approaches, and we encourage creative thought
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Research and Practice:Â Lead and share research to support innovation and evidence-informed practice.
Capacity Building:Â Strengthen the capacity of organisations to provide services that best suit the needs of vulnerable families and children.
The Victoria Auditor – General’s Offices (VAGO) Kinship Care Report was released 22 June 2022. The report examines the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) and three other kinship
(As published in the Ballarat Courier). RUBY Sait’s experience growing up in and out of residential, foster and kinship care meant her education was constantly disrupted, but she was determined
(As published in the Wangaratta Chronicle). WHILE experiencing youth homelessness locally as a teenager, Ruby Sait maintained her determination to continue her education. Ruby  first experienced child protection when
Infant mental health is of paramount importance to a child's wellbeing, development and future outcomes, writes @DebTsorbaris in @ProBonoNews. Read here why we need a holistic approach to care to protect mental health in infancy and in later life:
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RT @ProBonoNews: Despite immense progress in the space, infant mental health remains comparatively unaddressed and often poorly understood,…
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The Victoria Auditor – General’s Offices (VAGO) Kinship Care Report was released 22 June 2022. The report examines the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) and three other kinship
(As published in the Ballarat Courier). RUBY Sait’s experience growing up in and out of residential, foster and kinship care meant her education was constantly disrupted, but she was determined
