In conversation with Helen Connolly, South Australia’s first Commissioner for Children and Young People
and Colleagues, Meena Singh, Victorian Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People and SA school students Hannah Somerville and Grace Leonello.

Wednesday 16 October 2024, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm (AEDT)

Join Professor Sharon Bessell, Director of the Children’s Policy Centre, in conversation with Helen Connolly and colleagues.

Helen Connolly became South Australia’s first Commissioner for Children and Young People in April 2017, the position having been established under the Children and Young People (Oversight and Advocacy Bodies) Act 2016.  The Commissioner promotes and advocates for the rights, development and wellbeing of all children and young people in South Australia, with a special focus to engage with and listen to children who aren’t usually heard.

Helen has 30 years’ experience as a leader in human services.  Throughout her career, Helen has taken an active advocacy role on the main policy issues that impact on the wellbeing of Australian families and children, with a strong focus on early intervention and prevention strategies.

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