Reflections from the International Childhood Trauma Conference: Why hope is a radical act of care in healing childhood trauma and transforming systems.

Early childhood education reform in Australia needs more than fee caps. Explore workforce challenges, safety concerns, and urgent policy change.

Ten years after the Royal Commission’s urgent call for a national WWCC, Australia’s child protection system remains fractured, leaving loopholes that put children at risk. This piece exposes the delays, dangers, and political inertia keeping reform out of reach.

When children or young people pose a serious risk of harm to themselves, how do we respond with care, not control? This article opens a conversation about secure care, safety, and compassion.

Ordinary People, Extraordinary Hearts: reflecting on WA Foster and Family Carers Week

The Northern Territory Government’s decision to reintroduce spit hoods in youth detention is a step backwards. These devices don’t create safety—they escalate harm, undermine trust, and make it harder for both young people and youth justice officers to feel safe.

Explore what success looks like in child safeguarding accreditation, and learn how organisations can build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Child sexual abuse disclosure is often ignored. Learn how to respond, believe the first time, and create safe spaces for children to speak up.

LGBTQIA+ child safety matters. Learn how to build inclusive, affirming spaces that protect and support children and young people.

In this blog, Noel unpacks a recent study that sheds light on the personal costs and quiet rewards of foster care — and why better support for carers is essential to a stronger, more sustainable system.

As National Reconciliation Week (May 27 – June 3) comes to a close, I find myself reflecting deeply on this year’s theme, “Now More Than Ever.” It feels like a heartfelt call—one that asks us all to pause and listen, especially when we think about the First Nations children who are caught in the out-of-home care system.

Join the 2025 International Childhood Trauma Conference to explore healing, connection, and recovery with global experts. Tickets available now.