Northern Queensland Partnership – QKP and JCU
Queensland Kids Partnership (QKP) and James Cook University (JCU) signed an umbrella agreement in Townsville today (17 April 2026). The agreement marks a significant step forward in their shared commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people across Northern Queensland. It brings together JCU’s world-class research and teaching capability, and its deep regional connections, […]
We can all shape the environments that shape children’s brains
One of the most powerful insights from neuroscience is simple but profound: children’s brains are shaped by what surrounds them. For early educators, this message is both encouraging and empowering. The environments and relationships we all create every day play an important role in helping children build the foundations for learning, wellbeing and resilience. Children’s brains […]
QKP/ARACY submission to Qld Child Safety Commission of Inquiry
The wellbeing and safety of families and children is a collective job. As part of the Queensland Child Safety Commission of Inquiry, Queensland Kids Partnership and ARACY have contributed a joint submission that brings a systems-lens and calls for bold, transformational reform. It brings together voices of lived experience, science and evidence – alongside insights from our team, Management […]
Join us for a webinar about disasters & children’s learning – 1 April
Join us for an Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience-hosted webinar on Wednesday 1 April 2026, titled: Long term disaster impacts on education outcomes When we take a child-centred and family-focused approach to disasters — and actively involve children — we can better protect their learning, health and wellbeing over time. This webinar explores how disasters […]
Raising Queensland campaign launched + webinar
Building the conditions for children and families to thrive Children do best when the people, places and supports around them work together. When we invest in families and communities, we’re building the foundations for Queensland’s future. That’s why it’s so encouraging to see the Raising Queensland campaign — led by QCOSS and a coalition of […]
Queensland Child Protection Week grants & award nominations close 15 May
GRANTS: Grants are now open to help you create events and activities that make a difference during Queensland Child Protection Week (6–12 September 2026)! Whether you’re planning a family fun day, a creative project, or a local campaign, there are grants to support you to be part of this important campaign: – Regional Grants – […]
Voice of Queenslanders with Disability Survey closes 17 April
When we listen to people with lived expertise, we build stronger communities that work better for everyone. 👉 So if you’re a Queenslander with disability, or a family member or carer, please consider sharing your experience via the Voice of Queenslanders with Disability survey>> https://lnkd.in/g-7pyTsQ At Queensland Kids Partnership, we’re especially keen to see lots […]
Resilience Scale Masterclass on 19 March
You’ll often hear us talking about red boxes and green boxes. That’s because the 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗿 can be applied to almost any situation involving the wellbeing of children, young people, adults, families, and communities. Promoting the Resilience Scale is part of our strategy to develop a 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 for all of our work, where: […]
Children thrive when their parents are supported to feel SEEN: case study
Case Study: Children thrive when their parents are supported to feel SEEN Creating the environments children need to flourish begins with recognising that: children thrive when the adults in their lives feel seen, supported, and connected. SEEN: The Film (2025) was created to spark exactly that kind of reflection and collective action — inviting communities, professionals and parents alike […]
State of Queensland’s Children webinar
Wednesday 11 March 2026 12pm – 1pm AEST REGISTER NOW This ARACY–Queensland Kids Partnership webinar unpacks what the newly released State of Australia’s Children report means for children and young people in Queensland. Developed by UNICEF Australia in partnership with ARACY and supported by Minderoo Foundation, the report combines the latest public data with children and young people’s lived experience – and […]