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
Collaboration: We share knowledge, time, information and skills, and seek the input and involvement of our members and other organisations in the sector
Policy and Ideas: Develop, influence and advocate for public policies that advance the rights and wellbeing of children, young people and families and address the social, economic and cultural barriers to improving their lives.
Research and Practice: Lead and share research to support innovation and evidence-informed practice.
Capacity Building: Strengthen the capacity of organisations to provide services that best suit the needs of vulnerable families and children.
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This Child Protection Week we must all pause for a moment to remember Jack and Jennifer Edwards who were killed by their father in their home, which should have been
There has never been a worse time to be a working woman in Australia. Right now, more working women than men having lost their jobs since the start of the
We are experiencing a time of disruption and upheaval. Living through a pandemic has required us to change and adapt to challenging circumstances. For those of us working in the child and family services sector, it has meant being innovative in the ways we work with families to keep children visible and safe.
The Centre is following advice from the federal and state governments in relation to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) to protect people most at risk and slow the rate of community transmission.
All Centre in-person events and training will be rescheduled until further notice. If you have registered for training, you will be contacted by email with more information.
The Department of Health and Human Services is the best source of up-to-date information and advice for Victorians. If you are concerned, call the Coronavirus 24-hour hotline on 1800 675 398.
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
Collaboration: we share knowledge, time, information and skills, and seek the input and involvement of our members and other organisations in the sector
Policy and Ideas: Develop, influence and advocate for public policies that advance the rights and wellbeing of children, young people and families and address the social, economic and cultural barriers to improving their lives.
Research and Practice: Lead and share research to support innovation and evidence-informed practice.
Capacity Building: Strengthen the capacity of organisations to provide services that best suit the needs of vulnerable families and children.
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