Early support, stronger families
Advocating for a support system built on trust and prevention to help families early and safely reduce statutory intervention.
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Supporting Children, Young People and Families Early
Families are more likely to seek support before challenges escalate when they feel safe, respected and able to ask for help without fear of judgement. Drawing on practice experience, parent voices and practitioner training, this submission argues that trust is the foundation of effective prevention and family support.
The submission recommends practical reforms including stronger active efforts, self-referral pathways, improved service coordination, and greater investment in relationship-based practice.
It also calls for better access to practical supports such as housing, transport, food and childcare, alongside measures that focus on families’ experiences of support, not just service activity.
OUR OTHER SUBMISSIONS
Parents with Disability and Child Protection
This practice report explores the experiences of parents with disability and identifies practical changes that can create more accessible and supportive pathways through the child protection system.
Family-Led Pathways to Early Support
This position paper calls for practical changes that make early support safer, more accessible and more responsive to families, where asking for help is recognised as a strength, not a risk.
State Strategy for the Safety and Support of Children and Young People
A submission calling for stronger accountability, practical support and measurable outcomes for children, young people and families.
SUPPORT REILY
The Reily Foundation welcomes partnerships and sponsorship opportunities to help expand access to our support programs and services across South Australia. Sponsorship opportunities may include program delivery, parent participation support, venue partnerships, resources, and community impact initiatives.
To learn more about current sponsorship and partnership opportunities, please contact 📧 info@thereily.foundation.