Report Review 2022; Examination of selected reports by the Commissioner for Children and Young People

Committee on the Commissioner for Children and Young People (2021 - 2025)· 30 March 2023review_report

The WA Parliamentary Committee reviewed the Commissioner for Children and Young People's reports, focusing on the 2021-22 annual report and other key publications. The review highlights concerns about children's safety, mental health, and the wellbeing gap between girls and boys. It also addresses the need for better support for vulnerable groups like Aboriginal children and those in youth detention.

Impact

Children and young people in WA, particularly girls, Aboriginal children, those with special needs, and those in youth detention, will be affected. Government agencies and non-government organizations working with children will need to consider the findings and recommendations.

educationhealthjusticepublic_sectorindigenouschildrenyoung peoplewellbeingmental healthsafetyAboriginalyouth detentiongender gapCommissionerparliamentBanksia Hillchild povertycomplaints systems

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