Teddy Bears Picnic 2010

Child abuse and neglect is Australia's greatest social problem, and it happens because people live behind closed doors, and because no one wants to get involved. Child friendly communities will help change this, because in child friendly communities kids will be seen and heard. In child friendly communities, families won't live in isolation and unsupported. In child friendly communities, everyone will accept that the safety and wellbeing of kids is everyone's responsibility. For child friendly communities to be a reality, we need to engage the whole Australian community to get involved, and help make a positive difference to children's lives (Napcan 2007).

If you are interested in learning more about child protection week or other activities occurring during Child Protection Week go to the Napcan website at www.napcan.org.au