The National Child and Family Investment Strategy shows how all governments will prioritise funding to child and family services.
The National Child and Family Investment Strategy focuses on:
- shifting funding to prevention and early support to reduce child abuse and neglect
- increasing culturally safe, community-led services for First Nations children and families. We will do this by shifting funding to Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs).
The goal is to support all families to provide safe and caring homes for their children. ACCOs are best placed to deliver complete supports to First Nations children, families and communities.
We worked with SNAICC – National Voice for our Children (SNAICC) to develop the strategy. SNAICC consulted many groups, including:
- state and territory government representatives
- the Australian Government
- ACCOs
- non-government organisations (NGOs).
Most states and territories have endorsed the strategy. They are preparing their own implementation plans to suit local needs.
The principles of the Investment Strategy align with the Changing the Balance report. Families Australia developed this report. It outlines how we can support the broader sector as we move to ACCO-led service delivery.
The Investment Strategy and the Changing the Balance Report contribute to the Safe and Supported: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander First Action Plan 2023-2026.
Every child deserves to grow up safe and connected to their family, community and culture. Investing early helps keep children and families safe and supported in their own communities.
More information
Read the National Child and Family Investment Strategy.
Read the Changing the Balance Report.
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