About us
As the peak body for child and family services across Victoria and Tasmania, we strengthen and guide the sector, building resilience, collaboration and shared success.
Last updated: 17 Dec 2024
The Centre
As the leader and peak body in child and family services in Victoria and Tasmania, the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare Tas/Vic (the Centre) proudly represents over 150 organisations, spanning the entire sector from proactive prevention and early intervention to the critical provision of out-of-home care.
The Centre's Annual Report 2023-24
We are thrilled to present the Centre’s Annual Report for 2023–24, highlighting the milestones and remarkable achievements of the past year.
Our Annual Report reflects the dedication and collaborative efforts of our team, members, and the broader community in advancing the wellbeing of children, youth, and families.
Our Vision
We advocate for the rights of vulnerable young people and families across Victoria and Tasmania, ensuring their voices are heard, their safety is prioritised, their education is accessible, and connections to family, community, and culture are preserved.
Our purpose
We strengthen and guide the sector, building resilience, collaboration and shared success.
As the voice of organisations and individuals dedicated to advancing child and family wellbeing, we set the standards for professional education and practice in child and family services.
Our values
Analysis and reflection
Ethical decision-making
Collaboration
Creativity
How we create impact
Our team
Expertise, compassion, and unwavering dedication.
Across Victoria and Tasmania, our team is made up of professionals from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique perspectives and ideas that enrich our work.
Our story
Since its inception in 1912, the Centre has played a pivotal role in shaping child welfare in Victoria, evolving from a small voluntary movement into a leading authority in the sector. Established amid a growing recognition of the inadequacies in child protection systems, the Centre’s early dedication laid the foundation for a more structured approach to addressing child and family welfare.
Our areas of expertise
Our Reconciliation Action Plan
Our vision for reconciliation is that all children, young people and families, including First Nations peoples across Victoria, are safely surrounded by family and connected to their communities, with access to culturally safe services and support when needed.
