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Triple P - Positive Parenting Program
Family and Child Connect
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Avoiding social isolation

Queensland’s child protection laws have changed

Changes to the Child Protection Act 1999 will reinforce children’s rights; strengthen children’s voices in decisions that affect them; improve how we work with First Nations children and families; and stregthen the regulation of care.

Helping families bounce back from tough times

Sometimes parents can feel a little stumped but there is always a way to bounce back from life’s ups and downs. Contact Family and Child Connect for free, unlimited and confidential advice.

Neighbourhood centres

Find out how you can connect at your local neighbourhood and community centre.

Multicultural Action Plan supporting Queenslanders from diverse backgrounds

The third Multicultural Action Plan will drive practical actions to support an environment of opportunity and achieve improved social and economic outcomes for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Understanding a child’s human rights

The actions and decisions you make can impact human rights of the children and young people you care for. It's important to remember a child's human rights when you're making decisions about their care.