Raising concerns

Raising concerns and reporting abuse

If you believe that a child is in imminent danger or in need of medical assistance, call Police or Ambulance services on 000.

If you are concerned that a child is at risk of harm, you can call the department responsible for child protection in your state or territory. Contact details are set out in this resource sheet developed by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.

For information about responding to children and young people’s disclosures of abuse, see this resource sheet developed by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.

For information about mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect, see this resource sheet developed by the Australian Institute of Family Studies on mandatory reporting requirements in each state and territory.