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Communities leading change to prevent violence
Communities across the Northern Territory are leading new efforts to prevent domestic, family and sexual violence through locally designed programs that reflect their strengths, priorities and cultural knowledge.
Stronger laws to keep Territory children safe
New laws will strengthen the Northern Territory’s child protection system, with a stronger focus on children’s safety, earlier support for families and greater stability for children in care.
Supporting families before concerns become crisis
Family and Youth Support and Strengthening Families teams work alongside children, young people and families to identify concerns early, build on strengths and connect people with practical support.
More than their circumstances: young people in care building futures
With safety, stability, encouragement and opportunity, young people in care can explore their strengths, build confidence and pursue the futures they choose.
Shifting conversation to action across the Territory
National Child Protection Week is an opportunity to place children at the centre, strengthen support for families and recognise the people who work every day to help keep children safe.
Every conversation matters: how we support children and families
Every child deserves to grow up surrounded by love, safety and support.
Celebrating families, culture and community at Midawarr Day in Nhulunbuy
Families, children and community members came together in Nhulunbuy recently to celebrate culture, connection and wellbeing at Midawarr Day 2026.
Youth Homelessness Matters Day highlights importance of early support
The department recently joined community partners at Civic Park to mark Youth Homelessness Matters Day.
Child safety stories now online for Territory families
More families across the Northern Territory can now access child safety resources online, helping parents and carers support children to feel safe, understood and confident at home and in their communities.
Flood-affected residents from Palumpa, Naiuyu and Daly River are transitioning to short-term accommodation in Batchelor, supporting recovery with safer, more sustainable living arrangements.