Stronger Futures legislation attracts widespread opposition - SNAICC invites your comments
The Australian Government's proposed Stronger Futures legislation has attracted a lot of media coverage and strong opposition from various sections of the community. SNAICC provides an overview of some of these voices and invites your comment.
Media Release - Draft human rights plan needs major overhaul
SNAICC has warned the Australian Government that its Draft National Human Rights Action Plan ignores the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in out-of-home care and will not substantially advance human rights in its current form.
Victoria’s vulnerable children let down by ineffective system
SNAICC has urged the Victorian Premier Ted Baillieu to implement the recommendations arising out of the Protecting Victoria’s Vulnerable Children Inquiry.
Kinship carers in Victoria in need of greater support
The Victorian Child Safety Commission has released a research report that highlights the strengths of kinship care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and the greater supports required for kinship carers.
ANAO report recommends investment in our organisations
The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) has released a report on Capacity Development for Indigenous Service Delivery, which calls for long term-investment in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services and a partnership approach to build their capacity.
Closing soon. Applications for the SNAICC coffee table book.
The cut-off date to contribute photos to the NAICD 25th anniversary book; Our Children, Our Culture, Our Way is March 31st. To be a part of this special publication, please contact SNAICC for an Application Pack, and return your photos to SNAICC by 31 March.
Apply for an Application Pack and get your photos in NOW!
Growing Up Our Way: Child Rearing Practices Matrix - Interactive version now online
SNAICC has produced the interactive PDF version of Growing Up Our Way - Child Rearing Practices Matrix so you can click through sections with ease. The the publication contains valuable information on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child rearing practices. It will be of benefit to anyone who is interested in learning more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child rearing practices and customs.
Submission sent to ACECQA last week on service excellence in ECEC
SNAICC recently submitted recommendations to the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) on the proposed 'Excellent' Rating for early childhood services. SNAICC commends the strong focus on relationships between services, families and communities emphasised, but proposes a series of recommendations to strengthen the rating.
A bold new approach is needed to address disadvantage, says NSW Ombudsman
A special report by the NSW Ombudsman tabled in the NSW Parliament highlights the need for government to work with Aboriginal leaders in developing a new ‘roadmap’ to strengthen the social and economic futures of Aboriginal communities in the state.
Alcohol management in Queensland communities an election issue
Alcohol management in the 19 remote Aboriginal communities in northern Queensland with alcohol restrictions has become a major issue in the state election campaign.
Community Announcements
Free Supported Indigenous Playground - Thornbury Victoria
Come, grow and learn in a supported environment, Fun activities for kids 0-5, Morning tea provided.
When: Mondays 9.30am to 11.30 am. Where: Thornbury Primary School, Hutton Street Thornbury
For more information: (03) 8417 1400
Indigenous Forces at Work Conference 2012
A unique aspect of this conference is the chance to hear stories of Indigenous Australians who have successfully undertaken training and transitioned into employment and self employment.
Invitation to the Launch of the First Peoples Disability Network (Australia)
The First Peoples Disability Network (Australia) is the new national peak organisation representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders with disabiliites, their families and carers. We invite you to join us in celebrating the formal launch.
Indigenous Governance Awards 2012
The Indigenous Governance Awards were created by Reconciliation Australia in partnership with BHP Billiton to identify, celebrate and promote effective Indigenous governance.
The 16th Annual Chronic Diseases Network Conference will be held on 20- 21 September 2012 at the Darwin Convention Centre. Call for Abstracts closes 4th May 2012. Registrations are now open. Early bird registration closes 1st August 2012.
The case for an apology by the Australian mental health professions to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples - seminar
On National Close the Gap Day, The Centre for Research Excellence in Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing with Kulunga Research Network invites staff, students and members of the public to attend a seminar. Thursday 22nd March 2012, 1pm - 2pm - Telethon Institute for Child Health Research
100 Roberts Road, Subiaco, Perth WA.
WA Family Pathways Network Conference
This is the fifth annual WA Family Pathways Network Conference and is for policy makers, service providers and educators working within the domestic violence and/or family law sectors.
