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After supporting a young person through her work in foster care, Dana saw firsthand the need for carers and decided to open her own home to children and young people.
With the right support, school can become a source of stability, confidence, and even joy. As a foster carer, you play a key role – and you’re not alone.
When children enter foster care, they’re often facing one of the most difficult times in their lives. In these moments of uncertainty, one of the most important sources of comfort and stability can be a sibling.
Becoming a foster carer is one of the most meaningful decisions you can make. But how long does it take? Find out what’s involved in the process.
15 May marks the International Day f Families, a moment for the world to recognise the vital role families play in shaping our societies. The theme for 2026 is “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing” – highlighting that strong families are the foundation of strong communities.
The aim of Families Week is to celebrate the vital role families play in Australian society and reflect on their importance in teaching, supporting and nurturing children as they grow.
When most people think of foster care, they often picture younger children. But teenagers make up a large and often overlooked group in the foster care system. Across Australia, many young people aged 13 to 17 need safe, supportive homes and positive adult role models.
Financing for foster care is a vital part of the support system for carers across Australia. Foster carers receive regular, tax-free allowances to help cover the costs of raising a child – from groceries to school supplies, clothing, transport, and more.
The Raising Queensland report, and the recent Commission of Inquiry into the child protection system, point to the same conclusion: when families are supported earlier, and systems work together, fewer children reach crisis in the first place.
This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the remarkable contributions women make across our communities every day. It’s time to balance the scales for carers.
In the lead up to World Care Day 2026, a young person shares why it’s important for children to have a say in programs that are designed for them.
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