Resources & Training
We facilitate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander created and delivered training programs and design a comprehensive list of resources to further support our children, families and communities.
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Children's Day
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is held annually on 4 August and is our day dedicated to celebrating our children.
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Kids, Culture, Community Podcast
Kids, Culture, Community is the official SNAICC Yarns podcast amplifying the voices, stories and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families and communities across Australia.
Kids, Culture, CommunityWho we are
SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is the national non-government peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families, and the sectors that support them.
As the national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, we exist to amplify the voice of Community and sector across Australia. We are the voice for our children and families, advocating for their right to grow up healthy, strong and self-determined and connected to culture and Community. We represent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families, communities and organisations to all Australian governments and advise on government strategy and actions; and design policy that influences sustained positive systemic and institutional change at the top level.
SNAICC works for the fulfillment of the rights of our children, to ensure their safety, development and wellbeing. We do this by:
- supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations through collaborative workshops, resources and training
- conducting research to inform our positions on policies, and providing advice to government on issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families
- acting as a collective voice for SNAICC member organisations, calling for change and equality
- building partnerships and undertaking joint projects with other NGOs, including non-Indigenous agencies, to improve service delivery to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children
- participating in various committees to advocate on behalf of our children, families and member organisations, and
- sharing knowledge and gaining support to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children through reports and events such as Family Matters, National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day and the biennial SNAICC Conference.
A core component of the work we do is strengthening and bolstering the sector and services that support and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and our work delivers on this purpose and are in place to achieve our vision, purpose and goal.
Our vision, purpose & goal
Vision
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Goal
Marulu
Marulu is a Bunuba word. It means precious, worth nurturing. Every child is precious, and each child deserves to be loved, nurtured, supported, and safe.
As the national peak SNAICC continues to pursue and strive for a society where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children’s voices and needs are prioritised in a community, program, and policy setting. SNAICC is represented as the main circle image in this piece. The inner circle images are the core business and work of SNAICC through its people, both its workers and the governing board. The outer layer images represent the various existing State and Territory Peaks and lead organisations.
The flow of this piece speaks about our journey, ensuring that our children are loved, nurtured, supported and safe, and they are represented by the small dots. The larger circles and dots are representative of the various programs, policies, and reform priorities that SNAICC works with or is leading as their role as the national peak and voice for our children.
Illustrated and designed by Tovani Cox, a proud Bunuba, Gija, Karajarri, Yawuru, and Miriwoong woman from the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
Child & Family Safety
Child & Family Safety illustration represents the importance of kinship and the importance of cultural identity that provide stability and belonging for our families and children.
You can find this illustration throughout the SNAICC website representative of areas of the organisation that come under child and family safety, namely Safe & Supported, the Child Placement Principle, Improving Multidisciplinary Responses Program and Believe Inquire Respond to Disclosures.
Illustrated and designed by Leticia Anne a proud Wiradjuri Torres Strait Islander yinaa ‘woman’.
Culture & Identity
Culture & Identity illustration represents the importance that culture and identity have at SNAICC, serving as a reminder that our connection to country and community are an integral part of the organisation.
You can find this illustration throughout the SNAICC website representative of areas of the organisation that come under culture and identity, namely Children’s Day.
Illustrated and designed by Leticia Anne a proud Wiradjuri Torres Strait Islander yinaa ‘woman’.
Early Childhood Development
Early Childhood Development illustration represents the importance of the development stage of our children’s early years, showing our children in high quality early learning and culturally supported environments, as well as providing children with the opportunity to thrive.
You can find this illustration throughout the SNAICC website representative of areas of the organisation that come under early childhood development and early years programs, namely Connected Beginnings, Early Years Support, First Nations Playgroups and CCCFR Expansion Program.
Illustrated and designed by Leticia Anne a proud Wiradjuri Torres Strait Islander yinaa ‘woman’.
Closing the Gap
Closing the Gap illustration represents SNAICC’s involvement in representing children and families in closing the gap, recognising the importance of community support, as well as the support from other health and wellbeing providers.
You can find this illustration throughout the SNAICC website representative of areas of the organisation that come under closing the gap, namely the Early Childhood Care & Development Policy Partnership and the National Agreement on Closing the Gap.
Illustrated and designed by Leticia Anne a proud Wiradjuri Torres Strait Islander yinaa ‘woman’.
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