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aboriginal CULTURAL PLANNING

Aboriginal cultural plans for children in care are designed to ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children maintain strong connections to their culture, community, and Country while living in out-of-home care.These plans are critical to promoting identity, belonging, and well-being, as cultural disconnection has long-term negative impacts on children, including feelings of isolation and loss of identity.

WHAT IS COVERED IN OUR ABORIGINAL CULTURAL PLANS?

Connection to Culture

​​Connection to Community and Family

​​Connection to Country

​​Cultural Identity Support

Involvement of Aboriginal Organisations

​​Tailored to each individual child

WHY ARE CULTURAL PLANS IMPORTANT FOR CHILDREN IN CARE?

1. Identity Preservation
Helps Aboriginal children understand who they are, where they come from, and their place in their community.
2. Healing Intergenerational Trauma
Counters the impact of historical policies like the Stolen Generations by preserving cultural knowledge and connections.
3. Compliance with Legal Frameworks
Cultural plans align with the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle (ACPP), which emphasizes the importance of cultural preservation in child protection systems.

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