Aboriginal children in Aboriginal care: A new approach to self-determination in the care and protection of children

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About this journal article:

In this commentary, Aunty Muriel Bamblett, VACCA CEO, reflects on the development of Aboriginal Children in Aboriginal Care as a self-determined approach to child protection in Victoria. The article argues for Aboriginal decision-making in the care and protection of Aboriginal children and highlights the courage, leadership and highlights the courage, leadership and reform needed to place authority back in Aboriginal hands. 

  • Year: 2024 
  • Author: Muriel Bamblett 
  • Organisation: VACCA 
  • Journal: Australian Social Work 

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