foster carers

Thursday, February 20

SA foster carers on rise but more doors need to open

The State Government has reached its target of recruiting 50 new foster families this year, with the Child Protection Minister now urging people outside the traditional foster carer stereotype to consider opening their doors to at-risk children.

Aboriginal women working for cultural connection in child protection system

A group of five Aboriginal women and two men been tasked by the Department for Child Protection to develop a new model for Aboriginal children in out-of-home care to keep them connected to their culture.

Foster carers are exposed to grave risks, including losing the children placed in their care - and their jobs.

Who would be mad enough to choose to care?

A recent Supreme Court decision exposes South Australian foster carers to significant risks when volunteering to ‘parent’ on behalf of the state, argues Kelly Ryan.