Keeping Children Safe in Early Childhood Education: An Online Town Hall for Parents

The horrific child abuse allegations in early learning centres have left families across Australia reeling — fearful, angry, and unsure who to trust.

If you’re a parent or carer who relies on early childhood education and care — or will soon — you deserve clarity, confidence and support.

Join The Parenthood for a free online town hall with leading experts to help you understand what’s happening, how to keep your child safe and how we can work together to make the system stronger.

Event Details 

What? An online ‘Town Hall’ style event for parents, grandparents and carers with children in early childhood education and care. You’ll hear from experts and there’ll be a chance for the audience to ask questions. 

When? 7.30-8.30pm AEST Tuesday 15 July, 2025

Where? Online, via Zoom. RSVP to receive the link. 

What to Expect

This town hall will help you:
✅ Understand what high-quality, safe early childhood education and care looks and feels like

✅ Learn how the current system works — and where it’s failing
✅ Know what questions to ask your provider
✅ Empower your children through body safety education
✅ Take action to demand systemic reform

Speakers:

🎙️ Lisa Bryant — Early childhood education and care expert, policy analyst, advocate

🎙️ Deanne Carson Body safety educator & founder of Body Safety Australia
🎙️ Georgie Dent — Parent advocate, CEO of The Parenthood (Host & Moderator)

Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for:
👶 Parents and carers of children currently in early childhood education
👼 Expecting parents or those planning to use childcare soon
🧠 Anyone seeking to better understand safety in early learning settings

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