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Last updated: 21 May 2026
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Our people are the heart of our organisation.
Across Victoria and Tasmania, our team is made up of professionals from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique perspectives and ideas that enrich our work.
We are propelled by innovation and our commitment to our purpose – creating a future where every child, young person and family receives the support they need to thrive.
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Since its inception in 1912, the Centre has played a pivotal role in shaping child welfare in Victoria, evolving from a small voluntary movement into a leading authority in the sector.
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The care crisis Victoria cannot afford to ignore
10 Jun 2026
Last week’s Victorian Auditor-General’s report into out-of-home care shows that change is urgently needed if children in care are to grow up in safe and nurturing homes. In the Centre's latest Perspectives column, Interim CEO Dr Michele Lonsdale says children, young people, and carers are paying the price of a system under considerable strain.
- Perspectives
Young advocates call for action to better support children and young people affected by violence
09 Jun 2026
The Second Action Plan under the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022–2032 must be the point where children and young people are no longer left at the edge of responses, but are prioritised in the safety, support and recovery being built, say young advocates.
- News
Support for carers and earlier intervention needed to prevent escalating risk to children and young people
05 Jun 2026
The CCYP Left behind inquiry report tabled in the Victorian Parliament this week has been welcomed by the peak body for child and family services, which is calling for more support for home-based carers.
- Media Releases
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Every team member at the Centre is part of the leading force in Victoria and Tasmania’s child and family services sector. We engage in meaningful work that directly impacts communities across both states.
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The Centre’s membership benefits build collaboration, advocacy, and capacity within the child and family services sector, ensuring a more resilient and supportive environment that provides better outcomes for children and families.
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