Only 9 days to go until leaders, practitioners, policymakers, advocates, and lived experience voices from across Australia come together for the National Child & Family Safety Leadership Summit 2026.
This year’s summit will bring together an exceptional group of speakers and panellists who are helping shape the future of child and family safety, safeguarding, prevention, recovery, and systems reform.
The conversations ahead are focused on strengthening collaboration, improving systems of care, and creating safer outcomes for children, families, and communities.

What to Expect
Insightful discussions from national leaders and sector experts
Lived experience perspectives that inform real change
Conversations on safeguarding, prevention, intervention, and recovery
Opportunities to connect, collaborate, and strengthen cross sector partnerships
Practical ideas that support long term systems change
A Gathering of Collective Voices
This summit is built on the belief that meaningful change happens when diverse voices come together with a shared commitment to action.
From policy and leadership to frontline services and community advocacy, the event will create space for important conversations that can shape stronger and more connected responses across Australia.
Event Details
National Child & Family Safety Leadership Summit 2026
Date: 22 May 2026
Time: 8 AM to 5 PM
Location: State Reception Centre, Fraser’s Kings Park, Perth WA
Attendance: In person and live streaming available