+61 2 4722 7300Child safety service centers are operated by government and social organizations to ensure the protection of children from neglect and abuse. Different programs ensuring the balanced development of children and young adults are delivered by the service centers. Welfare programs are devised to help separated couples to take care of children. Support and training for foster and kinship carers are provided by the service center. The main services offered by the child protection center include the following:
Child Protection Service
Legal and community support is provided to children by the mentioned service centers. Children are supported to be protected from neglect or abuse. Laws and legal aid support are provided to children experiencing domestic abuse or sexual abuse.
Abuse or Neglect Reporting
Citizens are encouraged to report neglect or abuse of a child. All possible assistance is provided by the center to prevent child abuse.
Family Support
Support for families and parents to raise happy, healthy children and teenagers is provided by the child safety center. Confidential support can be sought by parents by calling
1300 301 300 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., 7 Days a Week.Foster and Kinship Care
Information and support for fostering children are offered by the service center. Training to become a child caretaker is also provided by the service center.
Legal Support
Legal support services are delivered to children by the child safety center in case of emergency shelter need, abuse, or neglect.