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We provide the following information for the community on the Queensland Government website:
Caring for a child
Support for victims of abuse
Women
Youth
Announcements and initiatives
Nominations now open for the DFV Prevention Honour Roll
Domestic and family violence is everyone's business. That's why the Queensland Government wants to recognise Queenslanders who've made it theirs through Queensland's first Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Honour Roll.
DFV resources for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are now available
The resources will help victims, their friends and family know the signs of abuse, where to get help and how to provide support.
We need more foster carers, like you
Fostering needs people with extraordinary hearts. People just like you. View the stories of real foster carer families and find out how to become one.
Blue card law changes are coming
Changes to the blue card laws take effect on 31 August 2020. These changes will impact exemption card holders as well as blue card holders.
Smoke alarm installation for carers
Approved foster and kinship carers who own their own dwellings can apply for a compliant smoke alarm system to be installed at no cost.
Changing Tracks improving lives
Changing Tracks 2020-2022 continues to set the vision for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people to grow up safe, loved and cared for in family, community and culture.
Stay safe online during COVID-19
There are lots of great ways to stay safe online when you are at home. Visit the Office of the eSafety Commissioner website for a range of tips and advice.
Supporting Families, Changing Futures
The Queensland Government is transforming the state’s child protection and family support system to help families care for their children and make Queensland the safest place in Australia to raise a child.
End domestic and family violence
Based on the recommendations of the Special Taskforce on Domestic and Family Violence in Queensland, we are leading a 10-year reform program to put an end to domestic and family violence in partnership with the non-government sector, business and the Queensland community.
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- 5 June 2018
- Last modified
- 13 August 2020
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