VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency

Are you looking for a role dedicated to driving better outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families? We’re looking for a Senior Program Manager for our Nugel program, based in Wangaratta. Nugel, meaning ‘belong’ in Woiwurrung, is our program for Aboriginal children involved in the child protection system. As Senior Program Manager you will support the implementation and management of the Nugel program within the Ovens Murray region and have senior responsibility for building the program, utilising the frameworks and knowledge developed since it commenced in 2017. If you’re an experienced leader with a strong understanding of the statutory child protection service system, join us! We offer excellent training and development, great benefits, and the opportunity make a genuine contribution to supporting culturally strong, safe and thriving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/g2avQb4H Applications close 6 January 2024 We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Thank you to everyone who attended our Northern Community Christmas Party last week! 🎄 It was so deadly to see our kids and families having a great time with reptile encounters, cultural crafts and even a special visit from the man himself, Koorie Santa 🎅🏾

Last week, the Morwell Partnership reconvened to continue discussions on the design of a Koorie Youth Hub for Inner Gippsland. The meeting followed consultations in July and August that looked at potential options to reduce the over representation of children and young people in out of home care. It brought together VACCA staff, Elders and community, representatives from ACCO's and, of course, the young people who we support through discussions like these. There are still plenty of opportunities to be involved, if you live in Gippsland and would like to participate please email morwellpartnership@vacca.org

📣National Reconciliation Week 2025 theme announced📣 The National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2025 theme, Bridging Now to Next, reflects the ongoing connection between past, present and future. At a time when Australia faces uncertainty in its reconciliation journey, this theme calls on all Australians to step forward together. Bridging Now to Next urges us to look ahead and continue the push forward as past lessons guide us. In the #NRW2025 theme artwork created by Kalkadoon woman Bree Buttenshaw, native plants − which are known for regenerating after fire and thriving through adversity − symbolise our collective strength and the possibilities of renewal. This is a time for growth, reflection, and commitment to walking together. Australia’s history of reconciliation is not a linear one, we have made great strides and experienced disappointing setbacks. Twenty-five years ago, Corroboree 2000 brought together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous leaders in a historic call for reconciliation. We continue that work in 2025, inviting all Australians to join us in Bridging Now to Next - building a more united and respectful nation. See more information on #NRW2025: https://lnkd.in/d3hGDGY6 📌More assets, activity, and information will be released in February 2025. #Reconciliation #BridgingNowtoNext

Today is the International Day of Human Rights, marking the end of the 16 Days of Activism - but not the end of our work. At VACCA, every staff member understands the importance of respect and it's impact on the children and families we work alongside - so we asked them to share why respect was important in their work. #VACCAorg #ConnectedByCulture #16Days #16DaysOfActivism

We're very proud to share that VACCA has won the Gold award for Large Employer of the Year at the Australian Training Awards! 🎉 🏆 The awards recognise and celebrate excellence in vocational education and training for organisations across Australia. Our win is testament to VACCA's ongoing commitment to supporting workforce development for our over 1,200 staff across Victoria. We'd like to thank all of the incredible staff members who made this win possible, congratulate the runners-up, and give an honourable mention to VACCA staff member Taylor Hampton, who was a finalist for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year Award.

How do you show respect? We asked this to our staff to help encourage conversations about respect and family violence during the 16 Days of Activism. 💜 🧡 Here's what they shared.

Do you have experience working in the child and family services sector and want to support culturally strong, safe and thriving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community? We’re looking for a Senior Program Manager – Family Services to work in our southern metro region. You will be responsible for the operational oversight of the suite of Family Service programs including staff, budget, liaison and partnerships with departments, compliance, administration as well as supporting and overseeing the regional operations of Southern Family Service programs such as but not limited to: Integrated Family Service, Intensive Family Service, Aboriginal Family Preservation and Reunification Response, Specialised Family Service, and Parenting Programs. If you’re an experienced leader and want to make a real difference, join us! We offer ongoing training and professional development, flexibility and a range of other great benefits. Find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gqyxjVmt Applications close 23 December 2024 We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

As part of the 16 Days of Activism, we're calling for real and sustainable change so Aboriginal families can stay safe and strong in their community and culture. VACCA recently provided a submission to inform the National Aboriginal Family Safety Plan. We called for a number of actions, including: - an Aboriginal Family Violence peak body - greater funding for Aboriginal-led, culturally embedded prevention, early intervention, response and healing programs - accountability over mainstream and government services Learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/3Vjp0Vq

The December edition of 'On Country' is here! 📬 Keep up with the latest VACCA news and stay informed about our upcoming events, advocacy, appeals, employment opportunities: https://bit.ly/3CXZpLy Subscribe: https://bit.ly/4ar8jfJ