From Talk to Transformation: Investing in Early Support for Families: A panel conversation with researchers, policy makers and practitioners

A National Child Protection Week Panel Event

Join us for a powerful panel discussion during National Child Protection Week 2025, exploring how early support for families can transform child protection outcomes and prevent harm before it occurs.

Hosted in partnership with the ACU Institute of Child Protection Studies, this event brings together researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to discuss how we can shift from awareness to action—investing in early intervention and family preservation to build stronger, safer communities.

Let’s move From Talk to Transformation!

Speakers:

• Anne Hollonds, National Children Commissioner

• Daryl Higgins, Director of ACU's Institute of Child Protection Studies

• Susan Watson, Chief Executive Officer Fams

• Zahra Al Hilaly, Manager Social Policy and Campaigns NAPCAN

• Peter Monaghan, Chief Executive Officer Marist180

• More to be announced soon...