Prosody Blog
Prosody is the pitch and tone of the human voice. It is the very essence of connection. Our blog hosts articles and stories dedicated to innovation, research and practice with children and young people.
An Interview with Stephen Porges
Stephen Porges’ Polyvagal Theory is the product of decades of research and has already informed the trauma work of thousands of therapists worldwide. In town recently for the 2014 International Childhood Trauma Conference, he sat down with Dr Joe Tucci to discuss how his theory informs his latest project: a research partnership with the Australian Childhood Foundation.
Read MoreChanges in child protection law – what you need to know
Our work with the Safeguarding Children Program sees us connecting with a wide variety of organisations around Australia who are working with children and young people. One issue that proves tricky for many, is the constantly changing legislative landscape. We thought we might use this post to bring you up to date with some of the new laws in Victoria that affect ALL ADULTS in Victoria. We will look at other states and territories in subsequent posts.
Read MoreThe legacy of Robin Clark
Robyn Clark provides an on-going inspiration for all who work to promote the rights of and the protection of children in Australia. Here Noel Macnamara reflects on the impact she still has on his own work, and how her legacy might inspire us all.
Read MoreThe #NotAnotherChild Movement – What is it about?
We recently launched a new campaign #notanotherchild to change the Australian community's perception of child abuse. We would love it if you would join us.
Read MoreChildren’s trauma in the context of war and relocation
This article was co-authored by Deb McKenzie & Maria Murray,Team Leader and Senior Training Consultant at the Australian Childhood Foundation. Earlier this year, the Australian Childhood Foundation tweeted the following: Basic human rights, should be accessible by all humans – children included. Amongst other things, these rights include the right to: a name, food, be …
Read MoreChildren’s trauma in the context of war and relocation
This article was co-authored by Deb McKenzie & Maria Murray,Team Leader and Senior Training Consultant at the Australian Childhood Foundation. Earlier this year, the Australian Childhood Foundation tweeted the following Basic human rights, should be accessible by all humans – children included. Amongst other things, these rights include the right to: a name, food, be …
Read MoreIn 2014, how willing are we to act to protect children from abuse and exploitation?
This article was co-authored by Joe Tucci & Janise Mitchell, CEO and Deputy CEO of the Australian Childhood Foundation. We have worked on three major community attitude studies about child abuse and child protection at the Foundation (you can find these here). In 2003, we found that the community was extremely ambivalent about trusting children’s …
Read MoreIn 2014, how willing are we to act to protect children from abuse and exploitation?
This article was co-authored by Joe Tucci & Janise Mitchell, CEO and Deputy CEO of the Australian Childhood Foundation. We have worked on three major community attitude studies about child abuse and child protection at the Foundation (you can find these here). In 2003, we found that the community was extremely ambivalent about trusting children’s …
Read MoreSafe and Secure
A free, downloadable trauma informed practice guide for understanding and responding to children and young people affected by family violence.
Read MoreKick On – Social media and the evolving meaning of friendship
The new 'Kick On' app is only one of thousands of Social Media platforms that are changing the way 'friendship' is understood by young people around the world. What impact will this evolution have for those we work with?
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