Closing the gap in order to thrive
Last week, we had the privilege to take part in Closing the Gap Day, presented by Sonder and Nunkuwarrin Yunti on Kaurna Country.
March 20, 2023
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New disability flashcards available to order
We are pleased to share our updated Charter of Rights for Children and Young People in Care Flashcards are now available to order!
March 6, 2023
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Meet the new Child and Young Person’s Visitor team
As the refreshed Child and Young Person’s Visitor Program gets into full swing, we wanted to introduce you to the new team.
March 1, 2023
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15 years on – learning from history and looking forward
The 13th February 2008 was the start of the healing process for many; the recognition of hurt, acceptance of responsibility and the desire to reimagine was and still is a promise that means so much.
February 13, 2023
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The key word is ‘ACTION’ for Safe and Supported children and young people
The first action plan under the new Safe and Supported framework designed to make sure that children grow up safe and connected to their family, community and culture has just been launched.
February 1, 2023
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Official launch of Nunga Oog
We are thrilled to share with you all that Nunga Oog was officially launched last Friday.
January 23, 2023
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OPCAT commences today but we are still without funding and resources
Today’s the day. You probably will have seen and heard considerable media coverage about OPCAT supposedly going live in Australia today. Unfortunately, the ongoing tug of war between the Commonwealth and State/Territory governments about funding means our office is unable to implement the new functions.
January 20, 2023
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Farewell to 2022
It has been a big year and at the Office of the Guardian for Children and Young People we are humbled to be listeners and advocates to the many children and young people who reach out and connect throughout the year.
December 21, 2022
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Guardian: I am worried… and you should be too
I still consider myself a newbie to the roles of Guardian, Child and Young Person’s Visitor and Training Centre Visitor, with four months having passed since I began. All I can say, four months in: I am worried… and you should be too.
December 16, 2022
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Young people want more support when transitioning from care and youth justice
A new report sharing the lived experiences of young people who have transitioned from child protection and the youth justice systems has found that young people are having to leave systems without adequate preparation for life.
December 7, 2022
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We acknowledge and respect Aboriginal People as the traditional owners
and custodians of the land we live and work on, their living culture and their unique role in the life of South Australia.