Two great ways to join Child Friendly Australia!

Child Friendly Australia volunteers have brought their time, passion for children, professional skills, knowledge and expertise to a range of tasks vital to the operation of the foundation, including:- Fundraising- Holding stalls- Public speaking- Data entry- Mailouts- Boards and Committees- General office administration- Research. If you are interested in getting involved, either regularly or even just as a one off, please contact us HERE

'It has been a privilege to have worked within the heart of an organisation that strives to educate and support communities towards the protection of children.' [Ethel Mimam]

'I gained a greater insight into the how we as a community can work together to prevent child abuse and neglect and how valuable and significant my contribution was. I think that if everyone could do their small part the difference made would be truly astounding.' [Erin Ewald]

As well as being involved in the important work of giving children a supportive environment and a brighter future, Child Friendly Australia gives students the opportunity to experience real-life professional situations, developing leadership skills, interacting with the media and the wider community, as well as working with children.

Child Friendly Australia Interns can experience work placement, field placement and field education, giving them an excellent opportunity to learn in a genuine professional environment, all with the warm support of the Child Friendly Australia team.

'Their enthusiasm and love for their jobs rubbed off on me as I now find myself wanting to contribute and help in the area of prevention with regards to child abuse and neglect.' Nic Claase's role is working alongside the Communications Officer and Marketing Manager, assisting them in the areas of PR, advertising and media.  

'It fascinates me how Australian organisations adapt cultural and social diversity in their strategies for the prevention of child abuse and neglect.' - Anna Deras came as an international student. She has now returned to Sweden, and is studying Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Umea .

'I enjoy working with children because they are the brightness of our day, they bring joy into life because they are our future. To protect them, care for them and support them is our responsibility.' - Diem Phan is currently a student of the University of Western Sydney studying for a bachelor of social work. Diem took up the major task of establishing the 'Young Advisory Committee' together with experience in other areas of the National Office.