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SUMMARY:Evidence to Action: System Gaps and Priorities Yarn-Up (Online)
DESCRIPTION:LAST CHANCE TO HAVE YOUR SAY \nAbSec is developing two major community-led reports that will help shape the future of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) across Housing\, Justice\, Disability\, Health and Early Childhood. \nOver the past few months\, we’ve travelled across NSW listening to ACCOs\, community members\, Elders and sector leaders. We’ve heard powerful stories\, identified common challenges\, and gathered valuable insights. \nIf you weren’t able to attend one of our in-person Yarn-Ups\, this online session is your final opportunity to have your voice heard and included in this important work. \nWhat your input will help inform \n\nState of the Sector Report A comprehensive picture of the current ACCO landscape across five sectors.\nGap Analysis & Prioritisation Report Identifying the most significant barriers\, gaps and priorities for strengthening ACCOs across NSW.\n\nWhy join the online Yarn-Up? \n\nShare your experiences and insights from the ground\nHelp shape evidence that will inform future policy and sector strengthening initiatives\nContribute to a statewide picture of ACCO challenges\, strengths and opportunities\nConnect with ACCOs\, community members and sector leaders from across NSW\n\nACCO Pilot Opportunity \nAbSec is also seeking expressions of interest from three ACCOs to participate in piloting a new ACCO Support Package focused on: \n\n Workforce Capability\nGovernance Capability\nDigital Infrastructure\n\nParticipation in a Yarn-Up is required to express interest in the pilot. \nDon’t miss this final opportunity to contribute to a project that is being shaped by ACCOs\, for ACCOs. \nYarn-ups across NSW \nDubbo: 6 May 2026 Wagga Wagga: 12 May 2026 Albury City: 14 May 2026 Tamworth: 3 June 2026 Kempsey: 18 June 2026 Redfern: 30 June 2026 Campbelltown: 2 July 2026 Walgett: 12 August 2026 \nThis yarn-up will be held online as a Teams meeting.\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://absec.org.au/event/evidence-to-action-system-gaps-and-priorities-yarn-up-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Roadshow
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SUMMARY:2026 NSW Aboriginal Child and Family Conference
DESCRIPTION:Across three days of meaningful connection\, powerful learning\, and cultural celebration\, join us to strengthen commitment to Aboriginal children\, families\, and communities.\n					\n									Learn More\n					 \nStronger Together: Uniting Voices\, Empowering Futures  \nThriving partnerships for our kids\, our culture\, our way \nThe AbSec Conference 2026 theme reflects both the challenges and the opportunities in the NSW child and family sector today. Aboriginal children and young people continue to be over-represented in the child protection and out-of-home care systems. While the Family Is Culture report laid out a clear pathway for reform\, many of its recommendations remain unimplemented. The recent Special Inquiry into out-of-home care has again revealed systemic failures\, from fragmented services to cultural disconnection. \nExperience a dynamic program of keynotes\, workshops\, and policy discussions that directly address the pressing issues facing the child and family sector in NSW. \nEach session is designed to inform\, challenge\, and inspire\, creating space for collaboration and meaningful dialogue. At the heart of the conference are Aboriginal-led solutions and lived experience. Every session places the voices of our children\, families\, carers\, and community leaders—at its centre. \n					\n									Explore the program\n					 \nWho should attend?\nThe 2026 NSW Aboriginal Child & Family Conference welcomes a diverse mix of voices and perspectives. \n																														 \nAboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nStrengthen connections with peers and sector leaders\, access culturally informed strategies\, and gain insights into innovative programs that support mob. The conference offers a platform to showcase ACCO-led solutions\, share success stories\, and influence policy decisions that impact their communities. \n\n																														 \nGovernment agencies and policymakers\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nHear directly from Aboriginal communities\, ACCOs\, and carers\, ensuring policies are informed by lived experience and culturally grounded solutions. Network with sector leaders\, identify priority issues\, and co-design initiatives that improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. \n\n																														 \nCarers and kinship carers\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nCarers benefit from workshops\, practical guidance\, and peer networking that support their vital role in child and family care. The conference creates a space to amplify your voice\, advocate for systemic improvements\, and gain recognition and support from sector leaders and policymakers. \n\n																														 \nNGOs and sector leaders\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nThis event offers a chance to deepen understanding of Aboriginal-led practice\, discover collaborative opportunities\, and strengthen partnerships across the sector. Leaders can engage with best practice models\, cultural insights\, and policy discussions that drive meaningful impact for communities. \n\n																														 \nResearchers\, academics\, and students\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nAttendees can connect theory with practice\, access current data and research\, and explore real-world applications of findings in Aboriginal child and family services. The conference fosters collaboration with practitioners\, ACCOs\, and policymakers\, enriching research relevance and sector impact. \n\n																														 \nAdvocates for our children\, young people\, and families\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nStay informed on emerging issues\, strengthen advocacy strategies\, and collaborate with sector leaders\, ACCOs\, and policymakers. Advocates can amplify community voices\, share insights\, and contribute to shaping solutions that promote wellbeing and self-determination. \n\n				\n				\n																														 \nAboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nStrengthen connections with peers and sector leaders\, access culturally informed strategies\, and gain insights into innovative programs that support mob. The conference offers a platform to showcase ACCO-led solutions\, share success stories\, and influence policy decisions that impact their communities. \n\nStrengthen connections with peers and sector leaders\, access culturally informed strategies\, and gain insights into innovative programs that support mob. The conference offers a platform to showcase ACCO-led solutions\, share success stories\, and influence policy decisions that impact their communities. \n																														 \nGovernment agencies and policymakers\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nHear directly from Aboriginal communities\, ACCOs\, and carers\, ensuring policies are informed by lived experience and culturally grounded solutions. Network with sector leaders\, identify priority issues\, and co-design initiatives that improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. \n\nHear directly from Aboriginal communities\, ACCOs\, and carers\, ensuring policies are informed by lived experience and culturally grounded solutions. Network with sector leaders\, identify priority issues\, and co-design initiatives that improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. \n																														 \nCarers and kinship carers\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nCarers benefit from workshops\, practical guidance\, and peer networking that support their vital role in child and family care. The conference creates a space to amplify your voice\, advocate for systemic improvements\, and gain recognition and support from sector leaders and policymakers. \n\nCarers benefit from workshops\, practical guidance\, and peer networking that support their vital role in child and family care. The conference creates a space to amplify your voice\, advocate for systemic improvements\, and gain recognition and support from sector leaders and policymakers. \n																														 \nNGOs and sector leaders\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nThis event offers a chance to deepen understanding of Aboriginal-led practice\, discover collaborative opportunities\, and strengthen partnerships across the sector. Leaders can engage with best practice models\, cultural insights\, and policy discussions that drive meaningful impact for communities. \n\nThis event offers a chance to deepen understanding of Aboriginal-led practice\, discover collaborative opportunities\, and strengthen partnerships across the sector. Leaders can engage with best practice models\, cultural insights\, and policy discussions that drive meaningful impact for communities. \n																														 \nResearchers\, academics\, and students\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nAttendees can connect theory with practice\, access current data and research\, and explore real-world applications of findings in Aboriginal child and family services. The conference fosters collaboration with practitioners\, ACCOs\, and policymakers\, enriching research relevance and sector impact. \n\nAttendees can connect theory with practice\, access current data and research\, and explore real-world applications of findings in Aboriginal child and family services. The conference fosters collaboration with practitioners\, ACCOs\, and policymakers\, enriching research relevance and sector impact. \n																														 \nAdvocates for our children\, young people\, and families\n\n\n					 Read more\n			\n			\n						\nStay informed on emerging issues\, strengthen advocacy strategies\, and collaborate with sector leaders\, ACCOs\, and policymakers. Advocates can amplify community voices\, share insights\, and contribute to shaping solutions that promote wellbeing and self-determination. \n\nStay informed on emerging issues\, strengthen advocacy strategies\, and collaborate with sector leaders\, ACCOs\, and policymakers. Advocates can amplify community voices\, share insights\, and contribute to shaping solutions that promote wellbeing and self-determination. \n					\n									Register now
URL:https://absec.org.au/event/conference-2026/
LOCATION:Panthers Port Macquarie\, 1 Bay St\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Strong mob\, strong peak | AbSec Kempsey Roadshow & CODA Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Strong mob\, strong peak | AbSec Kempsey Roadshow & CODA Community Gathering\nCome along\, connect\, have a yarn and help shape the work that matters to our communities.\nAbSec is heading to Kempsey and we’re inviting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members\, Elders\, ACCOs and Aboriginal workers to join us for our next Community Roadshow & CODA Gathering. \nThis is a free\, mob-only\, culturally safe event bringing community together for a day of connection\, conversation\, shared learning and\, most importantly\, an opportunity to have your voice heard. \nEvent Details\nWednesday\, 15 October 2026\n9:30am arrival for a 10:00am start – 2:00pm\nDunghutti Elders Council 17-23 South Street\, South Kempsey NSW 2440\nMorning tea and lunch provided \nFree to attend – registrations essential \n\nCome and yarn with AbSec\n\nOur Community Roadshows are about bringing AbSec to community – creating a space where we can share what we have been working on\, listen to what is happening locally and hear directly from mob about the issues\, priorities and opportunities that matter to Aboriginal children\, young people\, families and communities. \nMembers of our Strong Families Our Way\, Community Engagement\, Policy and Advocacy\, and Learning and Development Centre teams will be joining us to share information about AbSec’s work\, programs\, resources and support across the Aboriginal child and family sector. \nYou’ll also have an opportunity to learn more about some of our latest initiatives\, including: \nKnow Your Rights\nA resource supporting Aboriginal children\, young people and families to better understand their rights\, know what they can expect when interacting with the child protection system and find information and support when they need it. \nLeaving Care Hub – Life After the System\nA dedicated resource for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people preparing to transition from out-of-home care into independent living\, bringing together practical information about housing\, money\, support\, rights\, life skills and more. \nHave your say through our CODA Community Gathering\nThe day will also include an interactive Community Organisations Disaster Adaptation (CODA) Project Workshop.\nWe want to hear directly from mob about your experiences of disasters and emergencies – before\, during and after an event. \nWhat worked well?\nWhat didn’t?\nWhere were the gaps?\nWhat would have made things easier for you\, your family or your community?\nAnd what needs to change to make disaster preparedness\, response and recovery stronger and more culturally responsive for Aboriginal communities? \nCommunity knowledge and lived experience are essential to this work. What you share with us will help inform our ongoing CODA project and contribute to strengthening the way Aboriginal communities are supported through future disasters. \nYour voice matters\nThis Roadshow isn’t just about us talking to community – it’s about listening to community.\nWe want to hear your experiences\, your ideas and what you believe needs to happen next.\nIt’s also an opportunity to connect with other mob\, build relationships\, learn more about available resources and supports\, ask questions and contribute to conversations that can help influence better outcomes for Aboriginal children\, young people\, families and communities. \nStrong mob. Strong voices. Strong communities.\n\nRegister Today\n\nPlaces are limited and registrations are essential to assist us with catering and planning. \nWe encourage you to share this invitation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family\, community members\, Elders\, colleagues and networks who may be interested in joining us. \nThis is a mob-only\, culturally safe event.\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to Kempsey for a deadly day of yarning\, connection and community.\nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://absec.org.au/event/strong-mob-strong-peak-absec-kempsey-roadshow-coda-community-gathering/
LOCATION:Dunghutti Elders Council\, 17-23 South Street\, South Kempsey\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2440\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Roadshow
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SUMMARY:Strong mob\, strong peak | AbSec Dubbo Roadshow & CODA Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Strong mob\, strong peak | AbSec Dubbo Roadshow & CODA Community Gathering\nCome along\, connect\, have a yarn and help shape the work that matters to our communities.\nAbSec is heading to Dubbo and we’re inviting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members\, Elders\, ACCOs and Aboriginal workers to join us for our next Community Roadshow & CODA Gathering. \nThis is a free\, mob-only\, culturally safe event bringing community together for a day of connection\, conversation\, shared learning and\, most importantly\, an opportunity to have your voice heard. \nEvent Details\nWednesday\, 21 October 2026\n9:30am arrival for a 10:00am start – 2:00pm\nDubbo RSL – Jacaranda Room Corner of Brisbane Street and Wingewarra Street\, Dubbo NSW 2830\nMorning tea and lunch provided \nFree to attend – registrations essential \n\nCome and yarn with AbSec\n\nOur Community Roadshows are about bringing AbSec to community – creating a space where we can share what we have been working on\, listen to what is happening locally and hear directly from mob about the issues\, priorities and opportunities that matter to Aboriginal children\, young people\, families and communities. \nMembers of our Strong Families Our Way\, Community Engagement\, Policy and Advocacy\, and Learning and Development Centre teams will be joining us to share information about AbSec’s work\, programs\, resources and support across the Aboriginal child and family sector. \nYou’ll also have an opportunity to learn more about some of our latest initiatives\, including: \nKnow Your Rights\nA resource supporting Aboriginal children\, young people and families to better understand their rights\, know what they can expect when interacting with the child protection system and find information and support when they need it. \nLeaving Care Hub – Life After the System\nA dedicated resource for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people preparing to transition from out-of-home care into independent living\, bringing together practical information about housing\, money\, support\, rights\, life skills and more. \nHave your say through our CODA Community Gathering\nThe day will also include an interactive Community Organisations Disaster Adaptation (CODA) Project Workshop.\nWe want to hear directly from mob about your experiences of disasters and emergencies – before\, during and after an event. \nWhat worked well?\nWhat didn’t?\nWhere were the gaps?\nWhat would have made things easier for you\, your family or your community?\nAnd what needs to change to make disaster preparedness\, response and recovery stronger and more culturally responsive for Aboriginal communities? \nCommunity knowledge and lived experience are essential to this work. What you share with us will help inform our ongoing CODA project and contribute to strengthening the way Aboriginal communities are supported through future disasters. \nYour voice matters\nThis Roadshow isn’t just about us talking to community – it’s about listening to community.\nWe want to hear your experiences\, your ideas and what you believe needs to happen next.\nIt’s also an opportunity to connect with other mob\, build relationships\, learn more about available resources and supports\, ask questions and contribute to conversations that can help influence better outcomes for Aboriginal children\, young people\, families and communities. \nStrong mob. Strong voices. Strong communities.\n\nRegister Today\n\nPlaces are limited and registrations are essential to assist us with catering and planning. \nWe encourage you to share this invitation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family\, community members\, Elders\, colleagues and networks who may be interested in joining us. \nThis is a mob-only\, culturally safe event.\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to Dubbo for a deadly day of yarning\, connection and community.\nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://absec.org.au/event/strong-mob-strong-peak-absec-dubbo-roadshow-coda-community-gathering/
LOCATION:Dubbo RSL\, Corner of Brisbane Street and Wingewarra Street\, Dubbo NSW 2830\, Dubbo\, NSW\, 2830\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Roadshow
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260923T052039Z
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SUMMARY:Strong mob\, strong peak | AbSec Batemans Bay Roadshow & CODA Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Strong mob\, strong peak | AbSec Batemans Bay Roadshow & CODA Community Gathering\nCome along\, connect\, have a yarn and help shape the work that matters to our communities.\nAbSec is heading to Batemans Bay and we’re inviting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members\, Elders\, ACCOs and Aboriginal workers to join us for our next Community Roadshow & CODA Gathering. \nThis is a free\, mob-only\, culturally safe event bringing community together for a day of connection\, conversation\, shared learning and\, most importantly\, an opportunity to have your voice heard. \nEvent Details\nFriday\, 6 November 2026\n9:30am arrival for a 10:00am start – 2:00pm\nBatemans Bay Soldiers Club 6 Beach Road Batemans Bay NSW 2536\nMorning tea and lunch provided \nFree to attend – registrations essential \n\nCome and yarn with AbSec\n\nOur Community Roadshows are about bringing AbSec to community – creating a space where we can share what we have been working on\, listen to what is happening locally and hear directly from mob about the issues\, priorities and opportunities that matter to Aboriginal children\, young people\, families and communities. \nMembers of our Strong Families Our Way\, Community Engagement\, Policy and Advocacy\, and Learning and Development Centre teams will be joining us to share information about AbSec’s work\, programs\, resources and support across the Aboriginal child and family sector. \nYou’ll also have an opportunity to learn more about some of our latest initiatives\, including: \nKnow Your Rights\nA resource supporting Aboriginal children\, young people and families to better understand their rights\, know what they can expect when interacting with the child protection system and find information and support when they need it. \nLeaving Care Hub – Life After the System\nA dedicated resource for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people preparing to transition from out-of-home care into independent living\, bringing together practical information about housing\, money\, support\, rights\, life skills and more. \nHave your say through our CODA Community Gathering\nThe day will also include an interactive Community Organisations Disaster Adaptation (CODA) Project Workshop.\nWe want to hear directly from mob about your experiences of disasters and emergencies – before\, during and after an event. \nWhat worked well?\nWhat didn’t?\nWhere were the gaps?\nWhat would have made things easier for you\, your family or your community?\nAnd what needs to change to make disaster preparedness\, response and recovery stronger and more culturally responsive for Aboriginal communities? \nCommunity knowledge and lived experience are essential to this work. What you share with us will help inform our ongoing CODA project and contribute to strengthening the way Aboriginal communities are supported through future disasters. \nYour voice matters\nThis Roadshow isn’t just about us talking to community – it’s about listening to community.\nWe want to hear your experiences\, your ideas and what you believe needs to happen next.\nIt’s also an opportunity to connect with other mob\, build relationships\, learn more about available resources and supports\, ask questions and contribute to conversations that can help influence better outcomes for Aboriginal children\, young people\, families and communities. \nStrong mob. Strong voices. Strong communities.\n\nRegister Today\n\nPlaces are limited and registrations are essential to assist us with catering and planning. \nWe encourage you to share this invitation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family\, community members\, Elders\, colleagues and networks who may be interested in joining us. \nThis is a mob-only\, culturally safe event.\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to Batemans Bay for a deadly day of yarning\, connection and community.\nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://absec.org.au/event/strong-mob-strong-peak-absec-batemans-bay-roadshow-coda-community-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Batemans Bay Soldiers Club\, 6 Beach Road Batemans Bay NSW 2536\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2536\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Roadshow
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