Our work
Proudly strengthening the sector, building resilience, collaboration and shared success.
Last updated: 29 Sep 2025
Our purpose
We strengthen and guide the sector, building resilience, collaboration and shared success.
As the voice of organisations and individuals dedicated to advancing child and family wellbeing, we set the standards for professional education and practice in child and family services.
Our areas of expertise
Our programs and projects
Our values
Policy and Ideas
Develop, influence and advocate for public policies that advance the rights and wellbeing of children, young people and families and address the social, economic and cultural barriers to improving their lives.
Research and Practice
Lead and share research to support innovation and evidence-informed practice.
Capacity Building
Strengthen the capacity of organisations to provide services that best suit the needs of vulnerable families and children.
Divisional Forums – Understanding and responding to Child Sexual Exploitation and Child Criminal Exploitation
June 2 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Child Protection practitioners, managers, and sector professionals are warmly invited to attend one of the upcoming Divisional Forums launching the new Practice Resources: Understanding and Responding to Child Sexual Exploitation and Child Criminal Exploitation.
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WEBINAR: The Role of AI in Child and Family Services
June 5 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
From Ethics to Efficiency: The Role of AI in Child and Family Services will bring together expert speakers in human rights, human-centred design and AI governance to unpack what responsible AI adoption looks like in practice.
- Events
- Members
Divisional Forums – Understanding and responding to Child Sexual Exploitation and Child Criminal Exploitation
June 9 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Child Protection practitioners, managers, and sector professionals are warmly invited to attend one of the upcoming Divisional Forums launching the new Practice Resources: Understanding and Responding to Child Sexual Exploitation and Child Criminal Exploitation.
- Events
Connection and Country: exploring Aboriginal art at the Centre
26 May 2026
- News
Out of home care reform investment welcomed, but long term prevention remains critical
22 May 2026
- Media Releases
Federal Budget delivers important reforms for children and families
14 May 2026
- Media Releases
