Family Participation

Standing with Families to keep Children and Young People safe, strong, and connected to culture

This service is available in:

Family Participation (FPP)

Our Family Participation Program helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children, Young People and Families have a say when the Department of Child Safety becomes involved in their lives. CQID walks alongside Children, Young People and Families to make sure their voices are heard, their rights are protected, and their connection to culture is respected.

Our team works closely with Families to create practical, family-led action plans that focus on keeping Children and Young People safe, connected to their culture, and surrounded by loved ones. We support Families to make decisions for their own Child/Children and to access the services they need to carry out their plans.

With strong cultural knowledge and years of experience, CQID creates a safe space that takes the stress out of dealing with government systems. We stand with families every step of the way, working to keep our Children and Young People safe and strong in community.

Who is this service for?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families who:

Have a child or children involved with the Department of Child Safety
Who are worried they might lose their child/children
Who want support to reconnect and reunite with their children
Are carers, or extended family members who want to be involved in planning for the children’s care

Referrals

You can self-refer or refer someone via the forms below or call 1800 000 307
Or via the Queensland Family Support Referral online forms

Self referral

Refer someone

How CQID can help you?

We walk alongside you with ongoing support and culturally safe advice from local mob who understand you
We listen to your concerns and make sure your voice is heard in all child protection matters
We explain the rules and decisions clearly, so you understand your rights and can make informed choices for your children
We support you to take the lead in creating a Family Plan that reflects your wishes and keeps your children safe, strong, and connected to culture
We bring your mob together through culturally safe family meetings, where everyone’s voice is respected and shared decisions are made
We involve your extended family and community, helping you identify trusted kinship carers if needed
We share your family’s views about cultural business, contact with community, and staying connected to Country
We connect you with the right support services, empowering you as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander parent/guardian to lead the way in decisions about your children