This series of reports reviews the progress of the state and territory governments in implementing the full intent of the Child Placement Principle. The Principle is designed to promote policy and practice to reduce the over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the child protection system.

This study sets out evidence-based reforms to reduce Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child removals and strengthen child protection and justice systems. It aims to identify opportunities and options to address systemic discrimination and barriers, improve legal and related supports, and reduce the over-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in out-of-home care.

An overview of the Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations (ACCO) child protection and out-of-home care sector as it relates to service delivery, workforce, governance and community and client needs in New South Wales. It highlights the strength and commitment of ACCOs in keeping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people connected to family, culture and...

The report tracks progress towards ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people grow up safe, cared for and connected to their families, communities, Country and culture. It examines what governments are doing to turn the tide on the overrepresentation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in child protection systems across Australia.

This report outlines the context of self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in child protection. It draws on key insights from an international symposium on self-determination in Indigenous child welfare and considers how these might be implemented in New South Wales. The report identifies immediate actions to strengthen recognition for self-determination and longer-term...