Independent Regulator announced
Published: 19-12-2023
The Attorney-General has announced the appointment of Louise Coe as Independent Regulator of the Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework.
Most recently, Ms Coe has been Director Child Safe Organisations with the NSW Office of the Children’s Guardian, a position she has held for almost five years, and played a key role in the implementation of the Child Safe Standards in that state.
Ms Coe has also held senior roles in the same office for a further six years, and also has strong experience in other relevant roles including with the NSW Commission for Children and Young People, NSW Aboriginal Children’s Service.
The appointment is the result of a merit-based recruitment process that included lived experience expertise, and run by an external company.
The Department of Justice project team will continue to work with Ms Coe and her staff to hand over relevant project work to support the Framework’s implementation.
Information about the Framework will remain on the CARCRU website for the time being.
Seeking help?
We encourage anyone affected by, or with concerns about, child sexual abuse or other types of child abuse to access advice and support.
National:
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For domestic, family, and sexual violence counselling and support, contact 1800RESPECT:
- Phone: 1800 737 732
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For short-term support if you are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping or staying safe, contact Lifeline:
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For counselling and support for Australian men, contact MensLine Australia:
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For advice for men about family violence, contact Men's Referral Service:
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Tasmania:
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For information about child wellbeing and safety, contact Strong Families, Safe Kids Advice and Referral Line:
- Phone: 1800 000 123
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For free and confidential support for people who have been affected by sexual violence, contact the Sexual Assault Support Service:
- Phone: 1800 697 877
- Visit: www.sass.org.au
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For sexual assault support in Northern Tasmania and North West Tasmania, contact Laurel House:
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For information and support for children, young people and adults affected by family violence, contact Family Violence Counselling and Support Service:
- Phone: 1800 608 122
- Visit: www.health.tas.gov.au/health-topics/family-violence/family-violence-counselling-and-support-service-fvcss
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For free and confidential support for people impacted by crime, contact Victims of Crime Service:
- Phone: 1300 300 238
- Visit: www.justice.tas.gov.au/victims/services/victims-of-crime-service
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For support for relationships and to live positive lives, contact Relationships Australia Tasmania:
- Phone: 1300 364 277
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