Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Public service

Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9614 1577

Address: 50 Market St 3000 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://cfecfw.asn.au

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25.01.2022 Anglicare Australia have released their rental affordability snapshot showing renting has become even less affordable since the beginning of the year, due to the pandemic. It is vital that government increase social security payments and invest in social housing to prevent the growing risk of homelessness. Read more: https://bit.ly/3jvp8Mg... #BuildSocialHousing #RaiseTheRateForGood

25.01.2022 Premier Daniel Andrews has announced the details of Victorias roadmap to reopening. Read the roadmap here: www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-restrictions-roadmaps How we live:... Metro Melbourne: www.vic.gov.au//202/Victoria-roadmap-Melbourne-Metro_0.pdf Regional Victoria: www.vic.gov.au//Victoria-coronavirus-roadmap-regional_0.pdf How we work: Metro Melbourne: https://www.vic.gov.au///How-we-work-Metro-Melbourne_0.pdf Regional Victoria: https://www.vic.gov.au///How-we-work-Regional-Victoria.pdf

25.01.2022 The Centre has endorsed Driving change: a roadmap for achieving inclusive education in Australia, from the Australian Coalition for Inclusive Education. The roadmap outlines the change needed to realise inclusive education and to prevent violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation of students with disability. All students have a right to be welcomed, included, supported and kept safe at school. ... Add your support to the roadmap.

24.01.2022 The Voice of Parents project, led by the Centre and supported by Gandel Philanthropy and Equity Trustees, is inviting Expressions of Interest for a Reference Group. This critical project aims to develop a model for parent voices to be heard and provide a framework and tool to enable government and the child and family services sector to engage with parents in the development, design and delivery of services to support them and their children. Senior organisational representatives may submit an application here: https://www.cfecfw.asn.au/voice-of-parents/

24.01.2022 We sat down with Aileen Ashford, CEO of Kids First Australia and spoke about how the pandemic has changed the way they work and the positive changes that they will choose to keep long after. Watch the latest episode of #ConversationsWithCEOs.

23.01.2022 Join us for the latest Tri-Peaks Project webinar on the 'State of Social Innovation.' Presented by Sarah Patterson, General Manager at ThinkPlace, on Friday 27 November. Register today: https://bit.ly/3733iv9

23.01.2022 The Centre’s Voice of Parents: a Model for Inclusion project, supported by Gandel Philanthropy and Equity Trustees, is excited to launch a survey of child and family service worker experiences of engaging birth parents. If you work closely with Victorian parents who have child protection contact we want to hear from you! The survey takes 5-10 minutes and closes Friday 18 December 2020. Please share widely and help support this critical work! Take the survey: https://tinyurl.com/vopsurvey

22.01.2022 The Centre wishes everyone a very happy #WearItPurpleDay, a day for us to let young #LGBTIQA people know they are supported and that they belong. This years theme We are the change envisions the importance of encouragement, empowerment, and emphasis on making effective change for all LGBTIQA people. For more information, head to the website www.wearitpurple.org... #Pride #WearItPurple

22.01.2022 The Save Higher Education campaign is opposing changes that will saddle tens of thousands of young people with overwhelming debt. The detrimental impact of COVID-19 for young people means we need to support, not threaten their economic future. Stand against the changes and take action here:

21.01.2022 Take part in the national consultation process to develop to new resources to support childrens right to speak up! The Commissioner for Children and Young People WA has been appointed by the National Office for Child Safety within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to develop resources for children and young people explaining their right to speak up when they feel uncomfortable, unsafe or marginalised. The Commissioners office will be conducting consultatio...ns throughout August 2020, offering a range of options, including online surveys for children and young people and adults, face-to-face focus groups and online drop-in sessions. The Commissioners team would like to hear from children and young people and adults that play a significant role in the lives of children (parents, carers, coaches, teacher, police, youth/community workers, faith leaders, etc.).

20.01.2022 Come work with the Centre! We are looking for a Senior Project Officer to support an exciting new project 'The Voice of Parents A Model for Inclusion' funded by Equity Trustees and Gandel Philanthropy. This position will support the development of a charter for parent participation and toolkit for effective parental participation. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3ePiqiW

20.01.2022 The Victorian Government has announced it will deliver free kinder for 2021 and support for more outside school hours care saving #families around $2000 for every child enrolled in a participating funded kindergarten program.

19.01.2022 This Child Protection Week, our CEO Deb Tsorbaris writes that we must accept our collective responsibility to keep children safe during #COVID19. It is already clear that the pandemic and the recession it has triggered will profoundly impact our childrens future. A COVID-19 recovery plan must focus on the needs of children and their families to make sure that no child is left behind. As a sector, this means changing our focus from a crisis response to a whole-of-family appro...ach that works to support families to access the services they need #ncpw Read her post

19.01.2022 Anglicare Australia has today released a special update of their Rental Affordability Snapshot showing that rents have become even less affordable since March 2020 due to the pandemic. The Snapshot also shows the impact of the governments planned cut to the Coronavirus Supplement in September, which will see the number of affordable rental properties drop to 0.2%. The government needs to build social housing and deliver a permanent increase to social security payment...s to support Australians on low incomes and prevent poverty and homelessness. #BuildSocialHousing #RaiseTheRateForGood Read the Snapshot: https://bit.ly/2DeXu6D

18.01.2022 Today is the #RaiseTheRateForGood National Day of Action. We invite you to join with us in calling on the Morrison Government to deliver the permanent and adequate increase to social security payments that our society needs. New analysis shows that the cut to the Coronavirus Supplement at the end of December will see another 330,000 people plunged into poverty #StopTheXmasCut We all know that poverty exists. But during Senate Estimates last month, the government confirmed tha...t they do not use a measure or definition of poverty to inform policy decisions. This means the devastating impacts of poverty are all too easy for the Government to ignore. Join the campaign to #RaiseTheRate: https://lnkd.in/dCRBWv6

18.01.2022 We welcome todays announcement from Gabrielle Williams MP $20.41 million to boost #familyviolence services with a focus on perpetrators and adolescents who use family violence in the home. This will ensure many more families, women and children are safe at home. The new funding will enable 1,500 perpetrators of family violence, or people who believe they are at risk of using violence, to leave their homes and move into short or long-term accommodation options. It will ...also provide intervention and behaviour change programs for those who are using violence in the home including a dedicated support for adolescents using violence and their families. Therell also be increased funding for family violence service providers so they can continue to adapt their services under Stage 4 restrictions.

17.01.2022 Join us for the next Tri-Peaks webinar on Thursday 3 September 2020 at 12pm on "Changes in working, innovation and impact on clients that have been developed and implemented during COVID-19." Bronwyn Pike CEO of Uniting Vic.Tas, Nicole Bartholomeusz CEO of cohealth, and Dr. Stefan Gruenert CEO of Odyssey House Victoria will present and be followed by a panel discussion Q&A. Register your attendance here https://bit.ly/3iAwoWz

16.01.2022 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 their safe place. We remember the thousands of other Australian children who experience family violence. We know that for nearly half of all children who have been admitted to hospital for assault, the injury was inflicted by a parent. We also know that most violence in the home is perpetrated against mothers and their children. Child protection week serves as a reminder of the need to hold perpetrators of the violence to account and to protect children and their mothers. Every child has a right to feel and be safe in their own home.

16.01.2022 Our next OPEN Forum is just two days away! This forum will feature panel members from Victorian Department of Health & Human Services, Tweddle Australia, Anglicare Victoria and the Centre will discuss their emerging evidence and learnings from remote delivery. They will provide insight on what is working, continuing challenges, and what is needed going forward. 9th September... 12:30pm - 2:30pm Register: https://bit.ly/3bsehjb

15.01.2022 The Victorian Government has released the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Home Safety Plan, a resource for families to plan and implement COVID safe measures, whether at home or out in the community. #COVID19

15.01.2022 Socially and economically, times are tough for people in the community services sector. Hear from our CEO Deb Tsorbaris on why the Federal Government should commit to fair funding for community services to help tackle the #gender pay gap Read more: https://bit.ly/334dEbW

15.01.2022 Today is World Children’s Day, and what better time to reflect on our responsibility to the 600 children aged 10-13 who are arrested, charged and imprisoned in Australia every year. These children have often experienced significant abuse and trauma, and have disconnected from school, family and, community. They deserve our support, not further punishment. The ACT recently voted to raise the age of legal responsibility from 10 to 14 years. Now it’s time for the remaining states and territories to do the same and #RaiseTheAge. Because children belong in playgrounds, not prisons. Send a letter to your local MPs asking them to #RaiseTheAge here: bit.ly/raisetheagewasc

15.01.2022 Never underestimate the power of education. For Marie, a Federation University Australia student, her studies helped her reclaim her life and gave her an incredible sense of purpose. Raising Expectations supports care leavers to access and succeed in TAFE or uni. ... Read Maries story: https://bit.ly/2ZGiMSK

14.01.2022 Wendy Sturgess, CEO of Cafs, shares her vision for children this Child Protection Week. #NCPW2020

14.01.2022 #ResiRocks2020 is fast upon us, albeit in different format this year! Joins us in recognising and celebrating the work of #Victorian residential care workers.

12.01.2022 Tomorrow is the Day of Action to #RaisetheRateForGood! The announced cut to the coronavirus supplement will push 80,000 children into poverty from September 25. The Australian Government must ensure everyone can #coverthebasics and live in dignity through a permanent and adequate raise to JobSeeker and other income support payments.... Find out how you can take part in the Raise the Rate campaign tomorrow: Send a tweet to PM Scott Morrison Participate in the Raise The Rate Digital Protest at 11am AEST Join the Phone-Calling Party at 2pm AEST Find out more: https://raisetherate.org.au/national-day-of-action/

12.01.2022 The Raise the Rate campaign wants to hear from people about how the Coronavirus Supplement has helped them cover the cost of the basics, and how they will be affected under the planned cuts to these payments in September. The survey will be open until COB Wednesday 26 August, make your voice heard: https://bit.ly/3githB0 #RaiseTheRateForGood

12.01.2022 Kindergarten will remain free for families in Term 4, with Dan Andrews announcing a $26.7 million support package for early childhood education. This includes payments of around $500 per child in kinder. Read more

12.01.2022 Today we share our vision for children this #ChildProtectionWeek.

12.01.2022 Last week the Centre and 31 of our members wrote an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for a permanent increase to social security payments to lift families out of poverty. Today this call has been ignored. #RaiseTheRateForGood

11.01.2022 Would you like: An opportunity to reflect on challenges and achievements in your role as a Board member of a health or community service organisation? Personal and professional development gained from problem-solving and constructive guidance? The Tri-Peaks Project is offering a structured virtual mentoring program delivered by mentoring experts The Art of Mentoring. The program will commence in October 2020 and run for 12 months. Register your interest today https://bit.ly/3aFg6Ja

11.01.2022 Research is showing that families are delaying vaccinations during the pandemic. Families are encouraged to ensure their childrens vaccinations are up to date, with health services finding new and safe ways to immunise children as the #coronavirus fight continues.

11.01.2022 Child abuse is not a relic from the past. This year alone we have learned about allegations against a psychologist who writes court reports for the Family Court, a choir master, a school principal, and a ten-pin bowling coach, as well as a high profile court case involving a senior religious cleric. We still have work to do. #KidsWatchAus

10.01.2022 Join young people, employers, educators and cross-sector speakers to hear how we can reshape the future for young Australians at the first-ever national Youth Futures Summit! Get your tickets: www.youthfuturessummit.org.au #yfs2020

10.01.2022 Opportunity! YDAS - Youth Disability Advocacy Service are running a free online leadership program for young people aged 14-19 who identify as having a disability, being chronically ill, deaf, vision impaired or blind, neurodiverse or having lived experience of mental health issues. Get involved: https://bit.ly/3aunEyw

10.01.2022 Erin, a case manager with Anglicare Victoria, shares her vision for children this Child Protection Week. #NCPW2020

10.01.2022 During the lockdown, children were being treated for burns at a record rate. Join us on 1st March for a webinar with Kidsafe Victoria to learn more about child injury prevention and the resources available for parents, carers and professionals. Register: https://bit.ly/2NIaIxI

10.01.2022 Premier Dan Andrews has today announced Regional #Victoria will move to the Third Step in Victorias roadmap to COVID Normal at 11:59pm on Wednesday 16 September. There will be no restrictions on the reasons for leaving home or distances travelled. 10-person outdoor gatherings will be allowed. Up to five visitors in the home from a nominated household will be allowed.... For schools, there will be a staged return to onsite learning for all students in Term 4 with safety measures in place. Hospitality will be predominantly outdoors, with group limits of 10 and density limits. Retail will be open, with hairdressing and beauty services to operate where a face covering can be worn for the duration of service. Outdoor contact and non-contact sport will be allowed for people aged 18 and younger, and outdoor non-contact sport for adults allowed with gathering and density limits. Read more: www.vic.gov.au/third-step-coronavirus-road-to-recovery

09.01.2022 The Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System has today handed down its final report. It contains 65 recommendations, in addition to the 9 included in the interim report.

08.01.2022 The Centre is excited to be partnering with the OzChild, and the Centre for Evidence-Based Management to be delivering the Evidence-Based Management Course for Human Services Leaders. This advanced course uses a blended learning approach that integrates e-learning modules that can be completed online with workshops that can be attended in person. In addition, this course takes a problem-based approach: starting point are the practical issues (problems/opportunities) typically... encountered by not-for-profit managers rather than the body of knowledge produced by academics. The deadline for enrolment is the end of February 2021. Please contact [email protected] to secure a place. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3kgh4As

07.01.2022 Yarrka means 'child' in Bangerang language. This #NAIDOCWeek2020 learn and hear 50 words in Australian Indigenous languages. This new project is an initiative of the University of Melbourne’s Research Unit for Indigenous Language. Learn more: https://50words.online/

07.01.2022 In our latest interview we speak with Bronwyn Pike CEO of Uniting Vic.Tas and former Victorian Minister for Education about the opportunities and challenges the coronavirus pandemic has created for our sector and and the communities we support.

06.01.2022 Reggie, a young person with a lived experience in out of home care, shares their vision for children this Child Protection Week. #NPCW2020

06.01.2022 The Tri-Peaks Project invites you to attend an important webinar on Young people and AOD". This webinar has specifically been designed for workers across the child and family services, community health, and AOD sectors. Thursday 16 September 12 - 1:30pm... Presented by Geoff Bayldon, a Senior Trainer and Practice Consultant at Youth Support and Advocacy Service (YSAS), the webinar will provide an overview of common issues for young people who are using AOD and developmentally appropriate interventions for young people. Register: https://bit.ly/3i6hnfe

05.01.2022 The Centre is proud to launch our KidsWatchAus initiative, which supports organisations to identify and respond to child safety risks and keep children safe. Find out more: www.kidswatchaus.com

04.01.2022 An estimated 370,000 Australians will be pushed into #poverty when the coronavirus supplement is reduced after 25 September. An adequate and reliable income is necessary to provide the foundation for wellbeing and drive social cohesion and economic recovery. Read our joint Federal Pre-Budget Submission 2020-21: https://bit.ly/3hZ1jMm Brotherhood of St Laurence | Council of Single Mothers and their Children Inc. - CSMC

04.01.2022 Yesterday, the Final Report of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System was released #RCMentalHealth The Centre welcomes the Commission’s recommendations focused on redesigning the mental health system to deliver a rights-based approach to service delivery. However, we are deeply disappointed that no recommendations directly address the needs of children and their families in contact with child protection. #COVID19 has had adverse impacts on mental health fo...r many already struggling families, and targeted support for children, young people and their families is more crucial than ever. Read the Centre's statement. Further analysis will be available in the coming days.

03.01.2022 Wear it Purple Day! Find out more: www.wearitpurple.org

03.01.2022 In our latest interview we sat down with Teresa Jayet of Mallee Family Care and spoke about the regional impacts of coronavirus and the commitment and dedication of staff during this crisis. #ConversationsWithCEOs.

02.01.2022 The Centre welcomes the recent Victorian Government announcement that the Orange Door network will expand, and will continue to work closely with Family Safety Victoria to ensure existing and new sites support children, young people and families in need of care and wellbeing.

01.01.2022 The The Uluru Statement from the Heart is an invitation to all #Australians to support the recognition of First Nations peoples in our Constitution. It has recently been translated it into more than 60 languages. Read or listen in your language: www.ulurustatement.org/translations #NAIDOCWeek2020

01.01.2022 How has your family, social and daily life changed as a result of COVID-19? The Australian Institute of Family Studies is surveying people 18+ to find out how people are adjusting, and if they’re getting the supports they need. Take the survey: https://aifs.gov.au/fia-survey-landing