Child and youth policy priorities
REPORT:
Raising Queensland
The University of Queensland authored report considers state government policy focused on families and children over time. The report shows Queensland’s children are worse off than other states and that families are often not considered when efforts are made to support kids.
In 2024, QCOSS received funding from Hand Heart Pocket to identify key priorities for supporting vulnerable children, young people, and families in Queensland.
- Professor Karen Healy AM
University of Queensland
Our research makes it clear that a there needs to be more focused attention on ensuring all families have access to material basics. Access to safe, affordable housing, health and mental health services and education must be enhanced, particularly for families with low incomes.