OzChild is a leader in the provision of the new model of Kinship Care.

We are proud that OzChild was able to make a significant contribution to the development of this model because of our unique experience in running a Kinship program for over twelve years. The Kinship team, lead by Lynne McCrae and Bronwyn Harrison is to be applauded for all the work undertaken in getting the expanded, new model up and running in a limited time frame.

The launch was attended by about 50 people, including all relevant stakeholders from DHS and community organisations across the region. Marija Joyce did a great job as MC. Speakers included Tony Pitman, Cathy Humphreys from the Centre for Excellence and Lisa Gardner from DHS. (OzChild is participating in a new research project on access issues in Kinship placements with the Centre for Excellence.)

Photos from the launch, featuring the Kinship leaders and team, are included here.' Receiving flowers pic L-R are Meredith Kiraly (Project worker with Cathy), Cathy Humphreys (Centre for Excellence), Tony Pitman, Marija Joyce, Lynne Mccrae and Lisa Gardner (DHS).

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