Creating Child Safe Organisations - Understanding and Applying the Child Safety Standards

Capability Levels: Emerging, Evolving

In every organisation that works with children and young people, creating a safe and supportive environment is a shared responsibility. This 3-hour interactive webinar equips staff, managers, and volunteers with the knowledge and confidence to meet their obligations under the Child Safe Standards and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. Participants will explore the foundations of child safety, examine real-world case examples, and develop strategies to embed safety and wellbeing into everyday practice.

Through a combination of theory, reflection, and practical discussion, this training builds an understanding of the standards as more than a compliance requirement — they are a cultural framework for protecting and empowering children. Participants will leave with clear, actionable tools to strengthen organisational safety, policy, and practice.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and structure of the Child Safe Standards and their alignment with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
• Identify potential risks to child safety and implement effective strategies for prevention and response.
• Apply clear processes for reporting, responding, and documenting concerns about child abuse or neglect.
• Recognise the role of leadership, culture, and shared accountability in maintaining a child-safe environment.
• Promote children’s participation, voice, and empowerment across all levels of organisational practice.

Event Structure:

Introduction (10 minutes)

Learning Session 1: Child Safe Standards & National Principles Overview (45 minutes)

Learning Activity 1: Group Discussions

Learning Session 2: Risks, Prevention & Reporting (45 minutes)

Learning Activity 2: Case Study

Learning Session 3: Culture, Leadership & Child Voice (45 minutes)

Learning Activity 3: Methods Practice

Conclusion + Q&A (15 minutes)

Who should attend?

This workshop is ideal for social workers who engage with children, young people, and families across clinical, community, and organisational settings. It is particularly suited to those seeking to strengthen their understanding of child safety responsibilities.

This Workshop is not recorded, however, you will have access to materials and resources on AASW Online Learning for 4 weeks after the completion of the workshop.

AASW Credentials: Child Protection, School SW