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02/05/2025
Joint statement: The urgent need for an Australian digital duty of care to protect children from online sexual abuse
We are calling on the Opposition and Crossbench to commit to legislating a digital duty of care in the next Australian Parliament, which the Government has committed to in response to the Online Safety Act review. A digital duty of care policy is an issue of concern amongst Australian voters and will make online spaces...
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22/04/2025
The impact of our partnership with Target Australia
We’re incredibly grateful to Target Australia for its continued support in helping trauma-impacted children, young people, and families thrive. From funding critical parenting programs to transforming our therapeutic counselling centres, this partnership has made a profound and lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and communities across the country. What began in 2021 as...
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16/05/2024
Janise Mitchell appointed as CEO
Janise Mitchell has officially been appointed CEO of Australian Childhood Foundation, following the passing of Dr Joe Tucci. Janise and Joe worked closely together for over 28 years, driven by their passion and commitment to advocating for the rights of children. Having met early in their careers, as students of social work, Janise and Joe...
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15/03/2024
Vale Joe Tucci
It is with the heaviest of hearts and deep sadness that we let you know that Joe Tucci, our CEO, passed away on Wednesday. Joe held two things dear to his heart – family and the rights of children. It is no surprise then that we so often talked about Australian Childhood Foundation as a family. ...
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30/11/2023
CEO Message December 2023
Impact Newsletter December 2023 Dear supporters, As the year draws to an end, I’d like to pause and take a look back at the events of 2023. We saw the cost of living rise rapidly, impacting the Australian housing system. We saw conflicts escalate across the globe and catastrophic natural disasters. These international events...
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14/09/2023
CEO Message September 2023
Impact Newsletter September 2023 Dear supporters, As we look forward to the warmer months and leaving another winter behind, I hope you will join me in reflecting on what is yet to come. Your continued support enables the Foundation to provide much needed counselling to children and young people, whilst also guiding the important...
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02/06/2023
CEO Message June 2023
Impact Newsletter June 2023 Dear supporters, It is hard to believe we are already halfway through 2023. As I’m sure you know, the first half of this year has been difficult for many Australians. With the cost of living rapidly rising, and our housing system on the verge of collapse, the knock-on impact this...
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08/03/2023
What does it mean to leave a gift in my Will?
Impact Newsletter March 2023 A gift in your Will means that your passion for helping the most vulnerable children will continue beyond your lifetime. At Australian Childhood Foundation, a gift in your Will can help us protect children and restore childhood through relationships that guide, support and have the power to help children heal from...
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07/03/2023
Our 2022 Supporter Survey results reveal valuable insight
Impact Newsletter March 2023 In late 2022 we conducted a survey to help us better understand our wonderful supporters’ communication preferences. We received a great response and would like to thank everyone who provided feedback. We were especially moved to read your comments about why you first started supporting the Foundation, especially those who work...
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01/03/2023
CEO Message March 2023
Impact Newsletter March 2023 Dear supporters, Early this year we released a report on the OurSPACE program in NSW. It was found that 74% of children referred to the program experienced up to eight placement breakdowns and 17% had more than nine, a disappointing fact about the out-of-home care system. Despite this, the OurSPACE...
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