Mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect
Information about who is required by law to report suspected child abuse and neglect to government child protection authorities
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Information about who is required by law to report suspected child abuse and neglect to government child protection authorities
A snapshot of the rates of involvement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in child protection and out-of-home care during 2016–2017
An overview of conceptual definitions of abusive and neglectful behaviours, and legislative definitions of "a child in need of protection"
Information on how to report suspected child abuse and neglect, including key contacts in each state and territory
This paper provides a national overview and comparison of cross-agency responses to severe child abuse.
This paper presents a review of available literature on problem sexual behaviours and sexually abusive behaviours exhibited in young people.
This report focused on strategies and approaches to enhancing the provision of support services for victim/survivors child sexual abuse.
This report developed a framework to analyse and present information about historical influences on institutional child sexual abuse (1950-2014).
Reviews the emergence of trauma-informed care in Australia and overseas and how it is being implemented in practice.
Outlines the contemporary understanding of the Principle, and reviews the barriers at the policy and practice levels that impede its implementation
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We acknowledge all traditional custodians, their Elders past, present and emerging, and we pay our respects to their continuing connection to their culture, community, land, sea and rivers.