Role Title: Desktop Research for Special Project Intern
Organisation: Commissioner for Children and Young People
Internship Period: Summer (November - December)
Location: Perth
The Commissioner for Children and Young People has a statutory responsibility to monitor the wellbeing of all children and young people living in Western Australia and advocate on their behalf.
The research project will focus on a desktop review into the Commissioner’s advocacy for children and young people in the child protection space. This will include monitoring & review of relevant legislation and policies and monitoring trends and issues as they relate to therapeutic supports impacting on children in the care system.
The Commissioner is the independent person who works closely with children and young people, their families, community and government to make WA a better place for 0 to 18 year-olds. In particular, the key functions of the office include:
• Advocating for all children and young people.
• Monitoring laws, policies and practices that affect the wellbeing of children and young people.
• Promoting and valuing the voice of children and young people and the positive contributions they make to our society.
• Consulting children and young people, parents, families and government and non-government organisations.
• Researching the latest trends and information that relate to children and young people.
• Inquiring on behalf of children and young people about issues relating to their wellbeing.
Using research and the other evidence available, the Commissioner seeks to positively influence legislation, policy, services and attitudes.