New National Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children announced

February 13, 2024

Yesterday, our Prime Minister made a historic announcement confirming that the government will appoint a dedicated National Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children.

Our CEO, Deirdre Cheers along with other CEO’s from across the sector have formulated an alliance. ‘ Allies for Children Australia’ and rallied for this change.

Barnardos is committed to approaching culture with humility, respect and curiosity, and eagerly anticipates the partnership between Barnardos and the new commissioner.

You can read the news article here in City News Canberra:

New commissioner for indigenous children

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