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Grandparents raising their grandchildren snapshot

There is a sizeable and growing number of grandparents across Australia who are raising their grandchildren because the parent/s temporarily or permanently unable to provide parental care.

Whilst recognising the need to support the entire caring relationship, this snapshot focuses on the situation of grandparents, noting the challenges of parenting for a second time as well as recognising that there can be many positive aspects.
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Pathways to strong families and happy, healthy children


Mission Australia believes all Australian children should experience a safe, healthy and happy childhood.

We work with families and children in disadvantaged communities.  We offer assistance to give children the best start in life through understanding the families’ needs, helping them to find ways to overcome the more immediate problems and challenges to build up their resilience long-term.

We also work with communities as whole to build prevention and early intervention supports the whole community can access and that we know will support the families we work with.

Donate now and transform the life of a family in need: 1 800 88 88 68

Paid maternity leave battle reignited

Thursday 2nd November 2008

In June last year, hundreds of people braved the wet weather to urge the Federal Government to reconsider its position on paid maternity leave. A year on from the launch of Marie Clare's "Push it - Paid Maternity Leave" campaign, Australia is a step closer to achieving the campaign's goal.

This week, The Australian Productivity Commission recommended that the government fund 18 weeks maternity leave for mothers and 2 weeks maternity leave for fathers or partners...

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Helping families settle in Australia

Mission Australia is helping African refugees settle in Australia. Refugees face many challenges as they begin their new life in Australia. Language and cultural differences can limit opportunities for interacting with the community, performing well at school and securing employment. More...

 
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Families account for almost one quarter of Australia’s homeless figures. Mission Australia transforms lives by providing help to families struck by life’s challenges, and building their courage and resilience to find long-term stability. You can help us help. 1800 88 88 68. www.missionaustralia.com.au


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