From the CEO’s Desk

What a privilege it was to have Isaiah Dawe speak with ACWA members at our recent AGM about the inspiring work he is doing, through his mentoring program ID Know Yourself, to empower young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in care and support them to thrive as adults. Isaiah, who grew up in care […]

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ACWA Announces New CEO

The Association of Children’s Welfare Agencies (ACWA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Kinmond as its new CEO, effective from February 18 next year. ACWA Chair Bob Mulcahy said Mr Kinmond, who is currently NSW Deputy Ombudsman and Community and Disability Services Commissioner, is an outstanding choice to lead the peak body into […]

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Saying Goodbye: A Farewell from the CEO

On the eve of his departure from ACWA, retiring CEO Andrew McCallum shares some final reflections… Having spent the best part of 13 years with my shaky hand on the tiller at ACWA, the time has come for me to contemplate what comes next and to look at the different ways I can make a […]

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