Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT

The Office of the Children's Commissioner has been established to ensure the rights and best interests of children and young people are protected and promoted.

[Julie Inman Grant @tweetinjules]

National Child Protection Week is fast approaching. The @eSafetyOffice is again offering free webinars with engaging & relevant new content for parents. We are also offering Virtual Classrooms for children themselves! Be sure to sign up! https://t.co/Dyq4m6ZFxp!

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

The National Office for Child Safety is developing new resources for young people to speak up and have their complaints heard. Click below and help to shape the new systems!

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day is on 4 August. If you would like to be involved or run an event to celebrate, don't forget to register with @SNAICC Find out more information on their website: https://t.co/ucam2DJ2Ti

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

All roads lead to Ali Curung. The Children's Commissioner is in Ali Curung hearing about issues affecting children and young people their community. Lack of culturally appropriate mental health services for young people is a major gap.

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

@AusHumanRights report 'Implementing OPCAT in Australia 2020' contains 17 recommendations on what is required for Federal and state NPM bodies to be nationally consistent, resourced and supported to protect human rights in places of detention. https://t.co/Mwu9zwMa6g

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

"Children don't lie about these things...we have to respond as if every report made by a child in care is true" https://t.co/gPR1BP7hJK

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

The OCC's independent monitoring reports of youth detention centres and an Own Initiative Investigation report were tabled on Wednesday in NT Parliament. Read the reports here: https://t.co/SEsJS6Feid?

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

Melanie, 22, is Chair of the NT Youth Roundtable 2020. As part of this, she is educating young people on voting and being more politically engaged. “Only 66.4% of people between 18 and 24 are enrolled to vote. This is well below the national average of 88.9%.

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

In Alice Springs last week, I visited Sadadeen Primary School and heard about some great work with their students on safe communities and protective behaviours. Growing up in a space free from violence is critical for c&yp to fully engage in school and thrive into adulthood.

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

Commissioner Gwynne on the High Court ruling, "the conditions in the Northern Territory detention centres are vastly different to those that existed at the time of the incident, demonstrating the positive impact the current youth justice reforms are having"https://t.co/KrnlaMn0I2

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

Today is National Sorry Day. We must recognise the ongoing impact of suffering, trauma and grief of the Stolen Generations on First Nations children and their families. We are #InThisTogether2020 to heal and better our community. #NationalSorryDay

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

Commissioner Gwynne supports the recent announcement of the Northern Territory Government's pledge to boost domestic and family violence services during COVID-19.

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

Children's Commissioner, Colleen Gwynne, has been reappointed for a five year term. The Commissioner returns to her roll to continue her effective oversight of implementation of the Northern Territory Royal Commission's recommendations and legislative reform.

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

The Raising Children Network has developed a range of COVID-19 resources and guides for children and young people, families, parents and carers. The information and tips focus on children's safety and well-being. Have a read: https://t.co/4bBHmdeu6E

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

@DarwinFringe Festival is hosting a Secret Art Exhibition! If you're aged 12-25 and would like to showcase your latest artwork - this is for you! Registration is open now. https://t.co/kzkiY76DXF

[ACU_ICPS @ACU_ICPS]

New practitioner resource to help organisations support families who share parenting (through separation or divorce) & their children through the challenges of coronavirus (COVID-19). https://t.co/mw8hEbJfHO

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

The Office of Youth Affairs has developed a guide for virtual activities for children and young people during the holidays. Check out what's on offer: https://t.co/KF65nei3CD

[Julia Gillard @JuliaGillard]

The High Court of Australia has today issued its decision on the case involving Cardinal George Pell. I do not intend to comment on that judgement.

But I do wish to address the impact on our community.

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

Our thoughts are with all the survivors of child sexual abuse, and those who did not survive. If you or someone you know needs support or assistance: Lifeline - 13 11 14, 1800 Respect - 1800 737 732, MensLine Australia - 1300 789 978 https://t.co/4VmC8pSw7X

[Office of the Children's Commisioner - NT @NTChildCommish]

Social distancing for children and young people can mean an increase in screen time and online activities, whether it be for education, play or socialising. The @eSafetyOffice provides a number of resources that will help your family stay safe online. https://t.co/hJmk0RSNyn