Amplifying our Voices
Child Australia is a passionate and dedicated advocate for the ECEC sector. Our advocacy extends from sharing reflections on days of significance like Australia Day and Early Childhood Educators Day to addressing critical national issues, such as the shortage of childcare educators.
Engaging in Crucial Conversation
Child Australia’s Roundtable Discussion
In 2023, Child Australia organised a roundtable to discuss supply issues in the Pilbara region. The event was attended by industry leaders, stakeholders and government officials, who came together to deliberate on a collaborative approach to ensure adequate childcare provision in the region, particularly focusing on the success factors of the childcare workforce.
ECEC Sector Workforce Roundtable
In 2022, the ECEC Sector Workforce Roundtable with Minister for Early Childhood Education, Dr. Anne Aly provided an opportunity to delve into essential topics such as the recognition of educators, career pathways and the adequate funding of the childcare sector as a core enabler to unlock the workforce more broadly.