Association of Children's Welfare Agencies

The Association of Children's Welfare Agencies (ACWA) is the NSW non-government peak body representing the voice of community organisations working with vulnerable children, young people and their families.

We work with our members, partners, government and non-government agencies and other peak bodies to bring about positive systemic reform that will deliver better outcomes to the lives of children and young people, including those living in out-of-home care.

Centre for Community Welfare Training

The Centre for Community Welfare Training (CCWT) is the name of ACWA’s learning and development arm. CCWT been operating as a Registered Training Organisation for more than 20 years, delivering quality, cost effective training that is tailored to meet the needs of the NSW community services workforce, particularly those working with vulnerable children, young people and families.

CCWT provides both short courses and in-house training, as well as specialised programs, coaching and supervision.

Latest News

ACWA COVID-19 Update: April 29

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Welcome to ACWA’s latest update of the work our COVID-19 Response Team is undertaking, alongside our non-government and government partners, to address the various impacts that COVID-19 is having on our sector, and on the vulnerable individuals, families and communities we work with. The slowdown we are witnessing in the spread of this virus, while […]

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ACWA COVID-19 Update: April 20

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The activities of ACWA’s COVID-19 Response Team are continuing at pace, as we work closely with our non-government and government colleagues to deliver solutions to pressing issues confronting the sector due to the spread of COVID-19. Below is a summary of our latest activities and outcomes: Resolving emergency staffing options for the residential care sector […]

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ACWA COVID-19 Update: April 6

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It has been another extraordinarily busy week for everyone in the sector as we all collectively grapple with how we can best support the children, young people and families we serve, along with keeping our staff safe and supported. ACWA’s dedicated COVID-19 Response Team continues to work closely with the Department of Communities and Justice […]

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ACWA COVID-19 Update: March 31

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ACWA’s thoughts are with our sector colleagues, and with the children, young people, families and individuals you work with, as we continue to deal with the fallout of COVID-19. We acknowledge and appreciate your ongoing commitment to maintaining essential services to support and protect the most vulnerable people in our community in the face of […]

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CCWT Training Update: Face to Face Courses Cancelled

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In light of the COVID-19 situation, ACWA wishes to advise that we have cancelled all CCWT face to face workshops until further notice. This decision is consistent with advice from both the federal and NSW governments. Please know that our thoughts are with all of you, your organisations and the clients you work with, during […]

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