Part Two: "What Went Wrong with Bob Hawke's Promise? Sharon Bessell Explains Reflecting on Bob Hawke’s 1990 pledge to end child poverty, Professor Bessell explains where we went wrong and what still needs to change. LISTEN NOW Join the campaign. Sign the petition Sharon Bessell The Australian National University Children's Policy Centre Centrecare Valuing Children Initiative Nadia Mitsopoulos #ValuingChildrenInitiative #NoChildInPoverty #LegislatetoEndChildPoverty
Valuing Children Initiative
Research Services
Perth, Western Australia 1,558 followers
Together we can create a society that values children
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The Valuing Children Initiative aims to inspire Australians to value all children, understand that a child’s well being is the shared responsibility of the entire community and ensure children are at the forefront of our considerations. The vision of the Valuing Children Initiative is the creation of a society in which all children can flourish, have a safe, caring and supportive childhood and maximise their potential. OUR OBJECTIVES - To create greater societal awareness of children and their rights and needs. - To inspire Australians to value all children. - To promote a positive focus on all children. - To build understanding that a child’s well being is the responsibility of the entire community. - To ensure children are at the forefront of our considerations. WHY? Children are not faring as well as they could be. While the last 50 years has seen significant strides in improving outcomes for children, it has also seen calamitous failures as evidenced by revelations at the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, as well as the increasing number of substantiated cases of neglect, and emotional, physical and sexual abuse of children. Issues such as the lack of school readiness and obesity are amongst other serious concerns that have been identified as adversely impacting on Australia’s children. Today, for the first time, children in affluent countries like Australia are predicted to have a shorter life expectancy than their parents simply because of obesity and the chronic diseases that result. In Australia a wealthy and sophisticated democracy, the ACOSS ‘Poverty in Australia Report 2014,’ reported that 17.7% of all children live below the poverty line. The Valuing Children Initiative believes it is time to ask some challenging questions about how we value children in Australia today, and whether our attitudes to children have kept pace with what children deserve and have a right to expect.
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- Perth, Western Australia
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- 2016
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Part 3 of the Interview Series: Professor Sharon Bessell with ABC Radio Perth's Nadia Mitsopoulos In this segment, Professor Sharon Bessell continues her critical discussion on child poverty, offering deep insights into how poverty impacts children from their own perspectives. Speaking with Nadia Mitsopoulos on ABC Radio Perth, Professor Bessell highlights findings from her research that focus on understanding and measuring poverty through children's lived experiences, not just economic indicators. Be part of ending child poverty in Australia. Sign the petition. #ValuingChildrenInitiative #NoChildInPoverty #LegislatetoEndChildPoverty https://lnkd.in/gZk3RHay
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Why Play Is the Secret to Unlocking a Child’s Full Potential 🎨 At the Valuing Children Initiative, we highlight the importance of play in helping children learn, grow, and connect. Play is more than fun—it’s essential for healthy development. Let’s work together to ensure every child has the chance to play freely and safely. Partner with us to create communities that value and protect this vital part of childhood. To work with us call 08 9325 6644 or email info@valuingchildreninitiative.com.au https://lnkd.in/gEBANaP2 #ValuingChildren #PlayMatters #EndChildPoverty #ChildhoodMatters https://lnkd.in/gEK3Cj68
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Resolution: What if this year, we all chose to fight for a better future for Australia’s children? No child should grow up hungry, homeless, or without hope. Together, we can change their story. Start the year by taking action—sign the petition at www.endchildpoverty.com.au help legislate an End to Child Poverty in Australia. #LegislatetoEndChildPoverty #ValuingChildrenInitiative #Nochildinpoverty #NY2025 #NYE2025 #Newyearsresolution #Childrights #Ausgov #Resolution #Childrensrights #Australoi 🎉 Happy New Year! Let’s Make 2025 a Year of Hope for Our Children! 🎉
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Act Now: Sign the Petition to End Child Poverty in Australia! Over 3 million Australian Children live in poverty—children are disproportionately affected. It’s time to stand together and demand action. Make your voice heard Make your signature count. JOIN US TODAY Sign our petition to Legislate an End to Child Poverty in Australia. #LegislatetoEndChildPoverty #ValuingChildrenInitiative #Nochildinpoverty www.endchildpoverty.com.au
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From all of us at the Valuing Children Initiative, we send our warmest wishes for a joyful Christmas and a New Year filled with hope, happiness, and brighter futures for all children! Merry Christmas🎄 https://lnkd.in/gjkaPdMT
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🎄 Even on the 'Nice List,' Many Kids Will Still Miss Out This Christmas 🎁 While many children are dreaming of Christmas magic, the heartbreaking reality is that for kids living in poverty, no amount of good behaviour will put gifts under the tree. In our latest opinion piece, we explore why the hardest time of year is even harder for children doing it tough — and what we can do to change it. 📢 Featuring insights from Matt Grudnoff, Senior Economist at The Australia Institute, and Sarah Quinton, Development Executive at the Valuing Children Initiative Children Initiative. 👉 Read it here and join the conversation about ending child poverty this Christmas. #ChildPoverty #ValuingChildren #SocialJustice #EndChildPoverty #ChristmasForAll #Endchildpoverty #NoChildinpoverty #Legislateanendtochildpoverty
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During Homelessness Week this year, we hosted a workshop with 45 people who work with children who are homeless. Together these frontline workers and those with lived experience shared the emotional, educational, and social toll of homelessness on children's lives. Our report, Children and Homelessness in Western Australia: As told by support workers and young people in Western Australia, captures these powerful voices and asks: What happens to children when stable housing isn’t available? Key themes include food and essentials, education, community, family life, and justice. Participants’ message to decision-makers is clear: "We are hopeful. We are angry. We demand better. We need real, actionable change." Will decision-makers listen? Read the report, hear their voices, and join the call for real change to ensure every child in WA has a place to call home. Download the full report
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🎉 VCI 2024 Recap: Creating an Australia Where Every Adult Values Children 🎉 What an incredible year! Here’s how we made an impact: 🌟 Campaigns & Advocacy Launched the #EndChildPoverty Campaign and took it all the way to Canberra! Grew to nearly 160 incredible campaign partners! Met with Ministers Hannah Beazley, Sabine Winton, and WA Governor Chris Dawson. 🌐 New Website We launched our new home online! https://lnkd.in/gEBANaP2 📊 Research & Reports Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre Child Poverty in Australia Report 2024 VCI Attitudes Survey: Highlighting adults’ attitudes towards children. Children & Homelessness in WA Report Ending Child Poverty in Australia Discussion Paper with The Australia Institute. 🎤 Conferences & Events Presented at the AIFS Conference and met with National Children’s Commissioner Anne Hollonds. Participated in key events like: Anti-Poverty Week Listening Day Awesome Festival 🛠️ Workshops & Community Engagement Homelessness Week Forum: Highlighting frontline workers' experiences with child homelessness. City of Melville Youth Drop-In: Child Rights & Participation Training. Morley Primary School: Teaching students about the Rights of the Child. Town of Bassendean: Road safety workshops & Kids Street Play Party. 📢 Media Highlights Our work was featured on: ABC TV | Channel 10 News | Sunrise on 7 | The West Australian ABC Radio | NITV Radio 💬 Looking Ahead to 2025 We’ve got exciting projects coming your way—stay tuned! ✨ Together, we achieve so much when we prioritise the needs, rights, and voices of children. 👉 Join us in Valuing Children! Follow us for updates and help make a difference. #VCI #2024Recap #EndChildPoverty #ValuingChildren #ChildRights #TogetherWeCan#ValuingChildrenInitiative #Nochildinpoverty #LegislatetoEndChildPoverty
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We are proud to announce that we have joined the Act for Children campaign, a global movement advocating for policies and actions that prioritise children's wellbeing, rights, and futures. By aligning with Act for Children, we strengthen our commitment to ensuring children are at the heart of decision-making and policy development, amplifying their voices on critical issues like poverty, education, and health. Together, we can work towards a world where every child is valued, heard, and supported to thrive. To learn more about Act for Children visit their website. https://lnkd.in/grmfyKkJ
With an election due in 2025, we are getting in early and supporting calls for the creation of a Minister for Children. Check out the new website which will be advocating for this new position, plus more, in a campaign to make children a priority. You can add your voice and your support to this call. https://lnkd.in/grmfyKkJ Anne Hollonds UNICEF Australia 54 reasons ARACY Save the Children Australia NAPCAN Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth) Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) Bravehearts Centrecare Valuing Children Initiative Australian Lawyers for Human Rights (ALHR)
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