Aboriginal Cultural Competence Framework The Victorian Government's vision is that every child thrives, learns and grows, is valued, respected and has the opportunity to become an effective adult, irrespective of family circumstances and background.This paper describes the understandings, principles and service context that underpin Aboriginal cultural competence for the child and family services system in Victoria.

Best Interest principles: A Conceptual Overview This paper explores some of the theoretical underpinnings and practice ramifications of the Best Interest principles and the benefits envisioned for children, young people and their families.

Foster Their Culture: Caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children in Out of Home Care This book will assist foster carers with information that will focus on the cultural support needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; broaden recognition of the importance of culture and identity to the well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in out-of-home care; respond to the relevant priorities withing the National Plan for Foster Children, Young People and their Carers 2004-2006; support carers in their role and assist in the establishment of good practice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander foster care arrangements.

 Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency   
 139 Nicholson Street
 East Brunswick, 3057
 Ph: (03) 8388 1855
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 Fax: (03) 8388 1898
 Web: www.vacca.org 

Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) objectives include the preservation, strengthening and protection of the cultural and spiritual identity of Indigenous children and to provide culturally appropriate and quality services which are responsive to the needs of the Indigenous community.

Yarn Strong Sista Koori Education Consultancy
Phone: 03 9338 3492 or 0423 262 774 
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Yarn Strong Sista Koori Education Consultancy  provides support and information for educators (Pre-School to Post-Secondary) who aim to deliver an Indigenous inclusive curriculum. These programs include training, storytelling, and educational resources. Yarn Strong Sista promotes both traditional and contemporary Indigenous culture, people and values. Yarn Strong Sista offers creative Indigenous educational experiences that are developed in consultation with Traditional Owners, Elders and Communities. This diverse and dynamic team of Education Consultants are committed to the preservation of Indigenous culture.  This is achieved by community empowerment, knowledge of best practice and reconciliation.