Proposal against racism Indigenous Children

Kummara Association Inc. have serious concerns in relation to the responsibility of the nominee and the potential liability of the nominee in relation to Section 130 of the Child Protection Act 1999. Under the current funding arrangements for Kiah Hostel sponsored by Kummara Association Inc. the nominee is unable to meet the imposed responsibilities as an individual to ensure that under Section 130 of the Act that:

(a)the standard of care provided by the service complies with the statement of standards.

The Commission for Children and Young People Act 2000 and the Child Protection Act 1999 states clear expectations about the delivery of quality services, including accountability mechanisms and quarterly reviews to monitor service delivery in relation to residential care services.


It is a matter of urgency for Kummara Association Inc. that a sustained
and comprehensive investment into Kiah Hostels is considered.
In particular, to provide funding for rostered workers, rel...