Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework

The national Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse and the Commission of Inquiry into the Tasmanian Government’s Responses to Child Sexual Abuse in Institutional Settings have demonstrated that organisations in a range of sectors have previously failed to safeguard children from abuse.

Both inquiries found that poor organisational cultures and practices enabled abuse and hindered proper investigation and reporting.

A fundamental cultural shift across the broader community is required to rectify these issues.

The Child and Youth Safe Organisations Act, 2023 (Tas) imposes mandatory standards aimed at ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young persons, which must be implemented by all child and youth-focused entities.

 

Child Safe Statement of Commitment

Child Friendly Version of Statement

Report Child Safety Concerns

If you believe or suspect that a child is at risk, you must speak up. 

Are you under the age of 18?

If you’re worried, unsure, or not feeling safe, there are places you can go for help.

Information and advice is available via the link below.

I’m under 18 – Tell Someone

Or, you can call the Strong Families Safe Kids Advice and Referral Line on 1800 000 123 to talk to someone.

Is a child currently at risk of harm?

If there is an emergency where there is immediate risk of harm or a crime is happening now, contact police by calling Triple Zero (000).

Do you believe or suspect a crime has happened?

If you believe a crime may have been committed, you can contact the non-emergency police line on 131 444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Are you concerned about a child’s safety or wellbeing?

Call the Strong Families Safe Kids Advice and Referral Line by phone on 1800 000 123 or by using the online contact form.

The Strong Families Safe Kids Advice and Referral Line is the first point of contact for concerns about child wellbeing and safety. Anyone with a concern about a child or young person can call. Concerns can also be reported online through the advice and referral line’s online contact form. You can also visit the website for more information.

Do you have a concern about child sexual abuse or grooming?

If you believe a crime has occurred contact the non-emergency police line on 131 444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Visit the Tell Someone website to learn more about child sexual abuse and what grooming behaviour looks like.

Are you concerned about the behaviour of a Government worker?

If you are you concerned about the behaviour of a Government worker towards a child or young person, report your concerns directly to the Independent Regulator or the specific Department. A Government worker is any employee, contractor or volunteer working with a government organisation.

Report your concern to directly to the relevant Department: