Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
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The role of the Commissioner for Children and Young People includes giving priority to, and having special regard to, the interests and needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people.
For up to date information on the wellbeing of WA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, refer to the Commissioner's Indicators of Wellbeing data resource.
Reports
Data insights - Aboriginal students' views on their wellbeing
A key finding in the Commissioner's 2019 Speaking Out Survey was that while Aboriginal students fared less well than non-Aboriginal students in terms of material needs, family stability and expectations for further education, they reported high self-esteem and sense of belonging.
Wyndham change-maker program
The Commissioner is working with the Wyndham Youth Aboriginal Corporation to address youth unemployment, stability and mental health issues, and appropriate youth-informed service provision.
Supporting Aboriginal-led solutions - Aboriginal forum
The key recommendations for action from the Aboriginal forum hosted by the Commissioner on 23 August 2018.
Summary report - Aboriginal forum
The summary report from the Aboriginal forum hosted by the Commissioner on 23 August 2018.
Policy briefs
Aboriginal children and young people
Developed from the Commissioner's 2011 Mental Health Inquiry
Aboriginal children and young people speak out about culture and identity
Developed from the Commissioner's 2011 Wellbeing research project
Aboriginal children and young people speak out about the importance of education
Developed from the Commissioner's 2011 Wellbeing research project
Aboriginal children and young people speak out about families
Developed from the Commissioner's 2011 Wellbeing research project
Submissions
Submission to the Aboriginal office of advocacy and accountability discussion paper, August 2018
The Commissioner provided comment to the discussion paper on an office for advocacy and accountability in Aboriginal affairs in Western Australia.
Submission to Department of Premier and Cabinet - Close the Gap Refresh - Technical Submission, October 2018
The Commissioner provided a submission to the Close the Gap Refresh process.
Submission to the Director Liquor Control and Arbitration, November 2017
Inquiry into availability of packaged liquor in Karratha
Submission to Law Council Australia, September 2017
Discussion paper regarding The Justice Project - Children and Young People Consultation
More information
Young Aboriginal Leaders
The Commissioner supports Aboriginal children and young people to become leaders will strengthen communities across WA.
