Child Protection SA

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Today is your last opportunity to nominate someone you think is making an outstanding mark on child protection in South Australia. Visit childprotection.sa.gov.au/awards for more information about the categories and how to nominate. #SAChildProtectionAwards23

Haven't submitted your nomination for the 2023 SA Child Protection Awards? Don't worry - there's still time! The deadline has been extended by two weeks until Friday 23 June. Visit childprotection.sa.gov.au/awards to nominate!

📷There’s just five days left to nominate for the 2023 South Australian Child Protection Awards! To find out more and nominate visit: childprotection.sa.gov.au/awards #SAChildProtectionAwards23

In the spirit of National Reconciliation Week, we asked some of our colleagues what reconciliation means to them. Today, we are sharing some thoughts from our Interim Chief Executive - and Commissioner for Public Sector Employment - Erma Ranieri ⬇️ #NRW23 #BeAVoiceforGenerations

A new Carer Council will be established, giving family-based carers in SA a dedicated platform to support ongoing reform of the child protection system. 👉Find out more: ow.ly/ZZTJ50OwamC

Respected senior public servant Jackie Bray has been selected as the new Chief Executive of South Australia’s @ChildProtect_SA. Read more about Ms Bray's appointment: childprotection.sa.gov.au/news/dcp-news2…

Congratulations to Felicity Graham on being named the 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards SA Young Achiever of the Year 👏👏 Find out more about about Felicity's advocacy for children and young people in care here 👉🏾 youtube.com/watch?v=1GQxzy…

Nominations are now open for the 2023 SA Child Protection Awards! The Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of children & young people, carers, volunteers, staff & organisations from across the child protection sector. Learn more and nominate: childprotection.sa.gov.au/awards

The State Government has today released the report on the review of SA’s child protection legislation. The report includes the key themes from the state-wide consultation and opportunities for legislative change. You can read the report here: childprotection.sa.gov.au/CYPSActReview

@Childprotect_SA staff are proud to attend this morning's International Women's Day Breakfast at the Adelaide Convention Centre. The 2023 IWD theme is #EmbraceEquity - a chance to think about how we can contribute to a world that is diverse, equitable, & inclusive. #EmbraceEquity

@RecSouthAus has released a short film to commemorate the 15th anniversary of Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s National Apology to the Stolen Generations in 2008. DCP is a proud sponsor of this film, and we encourage you to watch, and reflect on it here: youtube.com/watch?v=MHUQ09…

The State Government has released the report of the Independent Inquiry into Foster & Kinship Care. The report is available at sa.gov.au/careinquiry Thank you to the 149 individual foster & kinship carers who provided submissions to the inquiry, as well as other stakeholders.

Professor Nicola Spurrier had a message for Father Christmas, welcoming him across the state’s borders – provided he came Covid-prepared. Read more about our when the latest Covid wave's peak will hit: bit.ly/3hK2PXq #TheAdvertiser

📰The latest edition of Caring Together is out now! In this edition you will meet the Foster Carer & Kinship Carers of the Year, find highlights from Foster & Kinship Carer Week events, plus much more! To have a read, visit 👇 childprotection.sa.gov.au/carers/caring-…

Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, public sector employee? Then secure your place at the upcoming Inaugural South Australian Public Sector Aboriginal Staff Forum 2022. Find out more▶️sa.ipaa.org.au/events/aborigi…

Happy SA Children's Week! Today is the first day of the celebration, which features a range of fun things to do across the state.🤸‍♂️ From face painting to outdoor cooking and messy play sessions, loads of activities are on offer. Details: ow.ly/fEU550LheZM

There’s still time to have your say in the review of the state's child protection legislation. Over 200 people have already engaged in the review. Head to yoursay.sa.gov.au/CYPSActReview to have your say via the online survey by 4 November 2022 or register for a consultation session.

We want to hear from you about South Australia's child protection legislation. The Government is reviewing the Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 and has committed to consulting with a wide range of stakeholders across the state. Register online: yoursay.sa.gov.au/CYPSActReview

The #SAChildProtectionAwards 2022 is an opportunity to join with the sector to acknowledge the dedicated work of those striving to support children, young people and families. You can watch our livestream from 11.30am today. ow.ly/k4Xm50KF2A2