Queensland government invests $250 million to create the Queensland Protection Commission, a new agency to protect children from sexual abuse. This follows a review highlighting missed opportunities to stop notorious paedophile Ashley Paul Griffith.
Experts warn of Islamist infiltration in Europe, a senator calls for judicial reform after a death, and the Defender of Rights sounds the alarm on child protection, issuing 46 recommendations.
The NT government is reviewing its child protection system following the alleged murder of a 5-year-old girl. Former minister Bess Nungarrayi Price highlights concerns about child safety in Alice Springs, while Aboriginal organizations criticize proposed law changes as a 'kneejerk' reaction.
The death of a young girl has plunged France into mourning, prompting national reflection on child protection. With vulnerable children in social care rising significantly, questions arise about institutional failures and the effectiveness of educational systems in preventing violence.
France's High Commissioner for Childhood, Sarah El Haïry, announced that 5,277 individuals have been denied roles in child protection and early childhood sectors due to background checks. This comes after 957,850 attestations were issued since the system's generalization in October.
Vietnam is considering an emergency app for children to report abuse, violence, and other dangers, mirroring the national child protection hotline 111. This initiative follows a surge in calls to the hotline and aims to improve timely support for children facing risks, especially with increasing digital device usage.
New reports highlight critical failures in Victoria's child protection system, with at-risk children falling through the cracks due to increased demand, funding shortfalls, and data gaps. Advocates warn of "stunning" data issues and inadequate carer support, leading to ineffective referrals and concerning outcomes for vulnerable children.
A report found 35 children in Victoria died after hundreds of child protection referrals, most closed due to low risk. The Commission for Children and Young People highlights systemic failures and calls for increased funding and tailored services.
Kenya faces a growing crisis of missing children, with thousands of cases of disappearance, abduction, trafficking, and abandonment reported annually. Child welfare groups highlight systemic vulnerabilities, while police dispute claims of an unprecedented surge, attributing public anxiety to social media amplification of old cases.
France's National Assembly unanimously adopted the "Bétharram" law on June 1st, strengthening controls on individuals interacting with children in schools and after-school programs. A controversial measure to lift the seal of confession was withdrawn.
A viral video from Hong Kong shows a basketball coach forcing a student to slap himself multiple times. A child protection group has expressed concern over potential physical and emotional harm.
Child welfare agency Child Fund Korea has partnered with Kakao Mobility to expand the 'Low Doorbell for Protecting Children' campaign, which installs child-friendly doorbells at local businesses to create safe havens for children needing help.
French MPs unanimously approved new measures to enhance checks on adults interacting with children in schools and extracurricular activities, following a scandal involving sexual violence.
Hong Kong lawmakers are calling for government intervention in a case where an infant, Danny, is in legal limbo due to parents' refusal of DNA testing for a birth certificate on privacy and religious grounds. The parents are also involved in a custody dispute in Sweden over their daughter Lily.
A bill to protect children and combat violence in schools will be debated in the French National Assembly on June 1st. The proposal, inspired by an inquiry into violence at Notre-Dame-de-Bétharram, includes national recognition of violence, an compensation fund for victims, a ban on corporal punishment, and stricter controls on school personnel.
The NT government's proposed child protection law amendments, prioritizing safety, face criticism for limited consultation, particularly with Indigenous organisations, who claim the bill weakens the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle.
Bradley Pen Dragon, a 66-year-old convicted paedophile, has been released into the community in Perth under a strict supervision order after breaching conditions 11 times. The Child Protection Minister suggested further detention without new offenses could be unconstitutional.
The Northern Territory government's review of its child protection system, following Kumanjayi Little Baby's death, faces criticism from First Nations and justice groups for repeating past mistakes.
NT Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro called concerns over proposed child protection changes 'hysteria,' despite the Prime Minister urging 'respectful' consultation with Aboriginal groups. Aboriginal organizations warn the changes could cause generational harm and override the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle.
NT Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro calls concerns over proposed child protection changes 'hysteria'. Aboriginal groups warn the reforms could cause generational harm and override the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle. Prime Minister Albanese urges respectful consultation.
Parents Daniel and Lucy are fighting to regain custody of their children in the Northern Territory, alleging abuse in foster care. Proposed child protection law changes, including a two-year reunification limit, face criticism from advocates concerned about impacts on families, particularly Indigenous children.
A former child protection worker has criticized the NT government's decision to stand down three staff members following the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby, calling it a 'knee-jerk reaction' that fails to address systemic issues. The government is introducing new legislation prioritizing child safety.
Aboriginal groups criticize NT's rushed child protection law changes, fearing generational harm. The proposed amendments, introduced suddenly, make it easier to place Indigenous children with non-Indigenous carers or in group homes, with minimal consultation.
A five-year-old Aboriginal girl's death in Australia's Northern Territory has prompted a review of the child protection system. The tragedy highlights deep inequalities and a history of policy failures affecting Indigenous communities, sparking calls for community-led solutions and investment in services.
