News: child protection
Modern slavery statements shine a light on a hidden global problem
In 1948, the United Nations adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This was the first legal document to articulate fundamental human rights that must be protected.
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New SA working with children screening obligations - a quick guide
From 1 July 2019, working with children checks will be subject to a new statutory regime under the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016. The checks will be issued by a central assessment unit in the Department of Human Services (DHS), their status will be continuously monitored and they will be current for a 5 year period.
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Revamp of Child Protection Screening is clearer and closer
New statutory working with children screening arrangements just got a little clearer and closer.
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Keen to be screened in 2017
New legislation passed in November 2016 will set a new standard for working with children.
