Children and young people in care
If you are a child or young person in care, this information is for you.
When children and young people come into care, it’s important they understand their rights, are supported to have their say in decisions that affect them and know who they can talk to if they have a problem.
The people who work for Child Safety are responsible for making sure children and young people in care are safe, well looked after and have their rights upheld.
Charter of rights
If you are a child or young person in care, you have rights. Read about the Charter of Rights.
Things to know about being in care
Read about how you will be kept safe and well.
Have a say and be heard
You have a right to have a say and be listened to. Find out how you can be involved in decisions about your life in care.
Have a decision reviewed
Find out how you can have a decision made about your care reviewed by the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
Make a complaint
If you're not getting what you need to feel safe in care, you can make a complaint. Find out who you can talk to.
Support if you have a disability
NDIS information for young people with a disability in care.
Leaving care
Learn about the support that is available to you when you leave care.
- Last reviewed
- 19 May 2023
- Last modified
- 14 September 2023
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