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Update to Safety screening policy for funded organisations
The Safety screening policy for funded organisations has been updated to reflect recent changes to Working with Children Checks and clarify some existing screening requirements.
26 October is Intersex Awareness Day
Intersex people are born with natural variations in sex characteristics, which can include chromosomes, hormones and/or genitals. These characteristics do not fit typical definitions of male or female bodies.
Intersex people often face stigma, discrimination, and medical interventions without consent.
26 October is a chance to focus on continuing advocacy and education for intersex individual rights, physical autonomy and self-determination.
Applications for the 2027 Child Protection Employment Program are ope
Applications for the 2027 Child Protection Employment Program are open. The paid 12-week full-time or 16-week part-time program gives students hands on experience of what it is like to work in child protection.
Students undertaking their final year of study in 2027 in social work or a related field are encouraged to apply.