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 Current estimates are that there are over 14,500 children affected by their parents' imprisonment in NSW in any one year. There are many more in Victoria, ACT and the rest of Australia.
These children are hidden in the community and can feel very isolated and stigmatised. SHINE for Kids assists and supports children of prisoners to develop coping mechanisms and provides opportunities for these children to support each other.
Our Vision
Building futures where kids can "shine".
Our Purpose
SHINE for Kids works with and for young Australians affected by family member involvement in the criminal justice system. We support them and help create hope, we inspire them to reach their potential, we nurture their growth and we empower them to succeed.
Our Core Values
Child-focused
- We will focus on the best interests of children and young people at all times
- We will consult children and young people and consider their issues
Integrity
- We will treat people consistently and with respect
- We will respect confidentiality
- We will act lawfully and ethically
We will fulfil commitments we have made
Empowerment
- We will provide children and young people, their families and carers with the necessary tools to achieve each child’s fullest potential
- We will encourage people to accept responsibility and be accountable for their actions
- We will celebrate and recognise achievements, innovation and initiative
Read more about our new direction
Download our Strategic Plan 2011–2014 as a PDF (2MB) which elaborates on how we've arrived at our new Vision and Purpose and how we're putting them into action.
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