FRSA response to FSP consultation 

The family support sector is vibrant, innovative and resourceful. It is characterised by organisations that are focused on a mission to achieve social change. Some of these organisations have been part of the Australian landscape since before Federation; others have formed more recently in response to emerging community needs or a newly defined cause. All contribute value to our society that warrants recognition and support.

The development of the Family Support Program is a timely opportunity to review the approach taken to the creation and delivery of policy initiatives that improve the resilience and wellbeing of families and children. Improved partnership between government and service providers is essential to the effectiveness of organisations to generate agreed outcomes. As highlighted in this submission there are some excellent examples of innovation and collaborative practice that demonstrate the possibilities. There are also some clear areas of need, including the need to address workforce issues and inequities in regulation.

On behalf of our member organisations, FRSA welcomes the opportunity to further contribute to the development of the Family Support Program. We can readily provide more information on any of the issues or examples contained in this submission and have also encouraged member organisations to make submissions and participate in consultation events.

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