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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.
We’re joining in on CREATE’s “Barrier Smash” challenge and highlighting some of the amazing achievements of children and young people supported by OzChild.
Honouring the National Apology means more than remembering history. It means learning from it. It means having the courage to stop systems that aren’t working and investing in those that do.
Starting school isn’t about ticking every box perfectly. It’s about creating a steady runway so your child can take off with confidence.
“January 26 is a day many First Nations people brace for.” Chad Lofthouse, Director – National Aboriginal Practice & Partnerships shares his personal reflections, and calls on all Australians to be courageous allies and embrace anti-racism.
“January 26 is a day many First Nations people brace for.” Chad Lofthouse, Director – National Aboriginal Practice & Partnerships shares his personal reflections, and calls on all Australians to be courageous allies and embrace anti-racism.
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.
President Maxwell-Wright AM steps down from her role on the Board after 25 years of service, and we welcome Stephen Fontana APM as new Board President, and Dr Sandra Heriot as Vice President.
From 1 November 2025, OzChild’s Treatment Foster Care Oregon (TFCO) program will become Treatment Foster Care Australia (TFCA).
OzChild proudly joined Families Australia, foster carers, children and young people with care experience, and Federal Parliamentarians at Parliament House for the re-launch of the Parliamentary Friends of Foster Carers and Children in Foster Care.
Families Australia has announced the appointment of Dr Lisa J. Griffiths as its new Chair of the Board, following the transition of outgoing Chair Deb Tsorbaris to the role of Australia’s National Children’s Commissioner.
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