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Protecting our most precious Australians

Children's Safety Australia Inc.

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National Child Protection week

September 2024

This Child Protection Week we are seeking YOUR feedback about two proposed safety initiatives, Safe Places and Safety Signals, which aim to create a safer community.

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Key Safety Messages

  • I am special, so are you
  • Safety is my right
  • My body belongs to me
  • I can get help
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    Child abuse

    Sexual abuse

    Bullying

    Mental health

    Domestic violence

    Self harm

    Safety Risks for
    Young Australians

    Child abuse

    Child abuse and neglect
    In Australia a child is reported abused or neglected every 1.5 minutes.

    Sexual abuse

    Child sexual abuse
    Up to 30 percent of children experience child sexual abuse of any kind.

    Bullying

    Approximately one in four Year 4 to Year 9 Australian students (27%) reported being bullied every few weeks or more often (considered to be frequent) .

    Mental health

    Mental health concerns
    Almost one-fifth of all young people aged 11 to 17 years experience high or very high levels of psychological distress.

    Domestic violence

    Witnessing domestic violence
    Almost half of children around the world (48.4%) witness frequent domestic violence each year.

    Self harm

    Self harm and suicide
    One in ten young people aged 12-17 years old will self-harm, one in 13 will seriously consider a suicide attempt, and one in 40 will attempt suicide.

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    How to support us

    - Your donations can help us achieve our mission to maximise the safety and enhance the wellbeing of children and young people. With the generous support from the people like you we are able to protect our most precious Australians. (Donations over $2 are tax deductible and please click the button below to make a donation)

    - If you or your organisation is interested in discussing potential sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Director of Marketing and Sponsorship, Steve Kellaway via admin@childsafety.org.au.


    - Our primary fundraiser this year is the sale of the fabulous Entertainment Digital Memberships. Books are available for all major cities and regional areas throughout Australia, offering hundreds of valuable up to 50% off and 2-for-1 offers for many of the best restaurants, cafés, arts, attractions, hotels, travel, shopping and much more. Many city memberships offer over $20,000 value!!

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    Make a donation now ...

    Your donations can help us achieve our mission to maximise the safety and enhance the wellbeing of children and young people. With the generous support from the people like you, we are able to protect our most precious Australians. (Donations over $2 are tax deductible and please click the button below to make a donation). 

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    Reporting Child Abuse

    If you have a reason to suspect a child is experiencing harm, or is at risk of experiencing harm, the following state and territory agencies can provide support and advice.

    If you believe a child is in immediate danger or in a life-threatening situation, contact the police immediately by dialing Triple Zero (000).


    1. Queensland

      Department:
      Child Safety Services, Department of Child Safety, Youth and Women
      Contact numbers:
      During normal business hours contact the Regional Intake Service After hours and on weekends: 1800 177 135
      Website:
      Reporting child abuse

    2. Australian Capital Territory

      Department:
      Community Services
      Contact numbers:
      1300 556 729(24 hours)
      Website:
      The Child and Youth Protection Services and Youth Services

    3. New South Wales

      Department:
      Department of Community Services
      Contact numbers:
      132 111(24 hours)
      Website:
      Preventing child abuse and neglect

    4. Northern Territory

      Department:
      Department of Community Support and Care
      Contact numbers:
      1800 700 250
      Website:
      Reporting child abuse

    5. South Australia

      Department:
      Department for Education and Child Development
      Contact numbers:
      13 14 78(24 hours)
      Website:
      Reporting child abuse

    6. Tasmania

      Department:
      Commissioner for Children and Young People
      Contact numbers:
      1300 737 639(24 hours)
      Website:
      Child Protection notification and Child Protection notification form

    7. Victoria

      Department:
      Department of Human Services
      Contact numbers:
      Office hours: 131 278(24 hours)
      Website:
      How to report to child protection and Human Services child protection

    8. Western Australia

      Department:
      Department of Child Protection and Family Support
      Contact numbers:
      (08) 9222 2555 After hours:(08) 9223 1111or 1800 199 008
      Website:
      Reporting your concern and Department for Child Protection and Family Support