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Finding hope in youth detention through micro moments of care and connection
In Australia, around 800 young people are held in detention on any given night. Most are boys. Nearly two-thirds are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. The majority are aged between 14 and 17, and many come from regional or remote areas where access to education, healthcare, and social supports is limited. Within these centres, a typical staff team might include youth justice officers, teachers, caseworkers, psychologists, and health staff, all navigating complex environments shaped by routine, security, and relational intensity.
The child who walked alone at night to find help
Children are often the unseen witnesses of domestic and family violence. This blog reflects on a recent tragedy to explore what happens when we overlook their experiences, and why centring children in media, policy, and community responses matters for their safety and recovery.