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Digital Duty of Care milestone
16 Sep 2026
The Centre joins member organisations welcoming the Australian Government’s proposed Digital Duty of Care legislation, highlighting its potential to strengthen online protections for children and young people. -
Bringing knowledge together to strengthen responses to family and sexual violence
15 Sep 2026
Last week, the Centre hosted the latest event in the Family Violence, Sexual Violence Knowledge Project, bringing together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, advocates and people with lived experience to explore emerging evidence and practice approaches supporting children, young people and families affected by family and sexual violence. -
Our commitment to respectful debate this election
15 Sep 2026
As Victoria approaches the State Election on 28 November, the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare (the Centre) is committed to inclusive, collaborative and respectful public messaging that promotes the rights and wellbeing of children, young people, their carers and families. -
Federal housing commitment offers new hope for young people and women escaping violence
15 Sep 2026
The Centre joins over 200 members of the Home Time youth housing coalition in welcoming the Australian Government's decision to extend the Housing Australia Future Fund crisis and transitional housing program, supporting the delivery of around 500 additional homes. -
Alex and Amy’s story: foster care is part of everyday life
14 Sep 2026
When Alex and Amy first started talking about foster care, it was not a question of if, but when. Now, more than a year into caring for their foster son, they say the experience has become part of everyday family life. -
Have your say on ECEC in rural, regional and remote communities
11 Sep 2026
The Centre is seeking feedback to inform our submission to the Federal Parliamentary Inquiry into the State of Australia's early childhood education and care system (ECEC) in rural, regional and remote communities. -
‘Open Doors. Open Hearts. Open Opportunities’ — Foster Care Week 2026
11 Sep 2026
Foster Care Week is a time to celebrate Victoria’s foster carers and the important role they play in the lives of children and young people, while raising awareness of the growing need for more people to consider becoming foster carers. -
What happens if we fail to follow through?
10 Sep 2026
In the lead-up to the Victorian State Election in November 2026, the Centre is working with its members and partner organisations to highlight the stories, evidence and community-led solutions behind our six election priorities. In this article, Jason Kanoa, CEO of the Victorian Aboriginal Children and Young People’s Alliance (VACYPA), explains why sustained investment in Aboriginal-led child and family services is critical to keeping children safe, connected to culture and supported by community. -
Raising Expectations Level Up Peer Mentoring pilots in Tasmania and New South Wales
07 Sep 2026
Care-experienced young people in Tasmania and New South Wales will now have access to education-focused peer mentoring through the expansion of the Raising Expectations Level Up Program, supported by Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies. -
Graham Boal receives Leaving a Legacy Award at Victorian Protecting Children Awards 2026
04 Sep 2026
The Centre’s Leaving a Legacy Award recognises individuals who have made significant contributions to the child, youth and family services sector throughout their careers. -
What matters to families?
02 Sep 2026
Share what's important to you and your family, so we can advocate for your needs, rights and wellbeing. -
Working with Children Check reforms to strengthen information sharing
28 Aug 2026
Strengthened information sharing systems have been implemented as part of new reforms to the Working with Children Check (WWCC) in response to recommendations from the Rapid Child Safety Review.