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View our recent media releases that highlight our projects, celebrate our achievements, and address issues important to our community. 

Experts and communities call for new independent oversight body to strengthen NSW child protection system

First Nations, legal, child welfare and social service organisations are calling for a new independent Child Safety and Wellbeing Commission to strengthen protection and support for all children and families interacting with the NSW child protection system.
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Reconciliation Week 2026: For Aboriginal children, “Sorry” means nothing without systemic change

AbSec marks National Sorry Day on 26 May and the start of National Reconciliation Week on 27 May with a message that is both reflection and call to action: the separation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families did not end with the Stolen Generations. It continues every day.
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Empowering young mob to lead: AbSec and MAYCS bring youth voices to the centre of out-of-home care reform

AbSec – NSW Child, Family and Community Peak Aboriginal Corporation and Mounty Aboriginal Youth & Community Services (MAYCS) have united to host the Quarterly Sector Youth Forum (QSF) in Sydney on 19–20 May 2026.
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AbSec NSW Aboriginal Child & Family Conference 2026: unites sector leaders to shape the future of child protection for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families

The 2026 conference will bring together 300+ sector leaders, carers, practitioners, community members, and supporters for three days of keynote sessions, workshops, policy discussions, and cultural experiences.
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Your source for the latest updates, inspiring stories, and insightful articles about our work supporting Aboriginal children, young people, and families across NSW.

AbSec Launches New Leaving Care Hub for Aboriginal Young People

Developed as part of the Client Experience Initiative (CEI) – Housing Project, funded by the Aboriginal Housing Office (AHO) and delivered in partnership with AbSec and Dhiira, the Leaving Care Hub was created in response to strong feedback from young people, ACCOs, carers and communities about the urgent need for accessible, culturally safe and youth-friendly information for young people transitioning from out-of-home care into independence.
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Empowering young mob to lead: AbSec and MAYCS bring youth voices to the centre of out-of-home care reform

AbSec – NSW Child, Family and Community Peak Aboriginal Corporation and Mounty Aboriginal Youth & Community Services (MAYCS) have united to host the Quarterly Sector Youth Forum (QSF) in Sydney on 19–20 May 2026.
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AbSec in Lismore – Strong Mob, Strong Peak

AbSec recently held a successful Community Organisations Disaster Adaptation (CODA) engagement workshop on Yuin Nation at Club Narooma, bringing together 33 participants from across the Eurobodalla region.
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Listening to Community: CODA Workshop on Yuin Nation, Narooma

AbSec recently held a successful Community Organisations Disaster Adaptation (CODA) engagement workshop on Yuin Nation at Club Narooma, bringing together 33 participants from across the Eurobodalla region.
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AbSec is the peak organisation advocating for the rights and well-being of Aboriginal children, young people, and families in NSW.

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Strengthening Our Sector

Building a resilient and effective sector that can better support Aboriginal children, young people, families, and communities.

Our initiatives and programs are designed to enhance the capacity and capability of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and NGOs.

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This section offers insights into the key policies and initiatives we champion, representing our commitment to advocating for the rights and well-being of Aboriginal children, young people, families, and communities.

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AbSec is dedicated to closing the gap in health, education, and wellbeing for Aboriginal children and families.

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