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Be a champion for children and help us give Aussie kids a brighter future

Why do we need champions for children?

At Barnardos, we want to empower every child in Australia to reach their full potential. For most children, the future looks bright and is filled with endless opportunities.

However, some children are not so lucky.

Every day we are seeing more Australian children suffer under the heavy weight of disadvantage. Whilst we’re working intensively to break this cycle, the need for our vital services continues to rapidly grow.

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Tragically in Australia

45,400

kids can't live at home with their parents due to abuse and neglect

1

child dies every two weeks as a result of abuse and neglect

1,300

reports of child abuse or neglect are received every day

That's why we need your help!

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What type of champion will you be?

Donor

Your generosity will help make a profound difference to the lives of vulnerable children.

Fundraiser

Join one of our events or do it your way. Every dollar raised will help change lives!

Foster carer

Make a child's life extraordinary. Become a Barnardos foster carer to help create a brighter future for children in need.

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Your impact will last a lifetime

When you become a champion for children, you are changing the lives of those most vulnerable in our community – our children.

Health

Occupational therapy, dental work, glasses, nutritional support or speech therapy for children in our care

Education

Academic support for children who have fallen behind so that they can get back on track

Support

Counselling and specialist therapy for children who have experienced trauma so they may begin to heal

Safety

Intensive support for families struggling with poverty, homelessness and mental health issues

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Sam Alderton-Johnson knows what it takes to ensure a child reaches their brightest future.

Sam Johnson

WHAT WE SEE

We see beyond the sleepover in cars and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a parent and their child have nowhere safe to stay and are
currently waiting for refuge accommodation.

We see beyond the sleepover in cars
and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a
parent and their child have nowhere
safe to stay and are currently waiting
for refuge accommodation.

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay. At Barnardos, we work closely with children to identify their unique needs and provide tailored support for each family member.   

Safe accommodation

Support with transitional accommodation

Safety Planning

Providing safety planning
so that families can leave violence for good

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Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood. Our caseworkers recognise the importance of specialist support to help them recover and thrive. 

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and
children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay.
At Barnardos, we work closely with children to
identify their unique
needs and provide tailored support
for each family member
.  
 


Support with transitional accommodation

Providing safety planning so that families can leave violence for good

Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood.
Our caseworkers
recognise the importance of specialist support to
help them recover and thrive.
 

You can help too! A simple gift today can support a child who has experienced
domestic and family violence to recover and heal
.