ACT
Contact Information
Street Address:
Belconnen Commercial Chambers,
Level 1, Suite K
34-42 Cohen Street
BELCONNEN ACT 2616
Postal Address:
PO Box 332
BELCONNEN ACT 2616
Contact Number: (02) 6253 1451 or 1800 655 105
Email: lauren.heywood@create.org.au
Office Hours: 9.00am – 5.00pm
About the CREATE ACT Team
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Julia Clayton Position: State Coordinator About Julia: Hi, my name is Julia Clayton and I am very excited to have joined CREATE as the ACT Coordinator. I have lived in Canberra for a while, but I grew up in Adelaide. I enjoy spending time with my family and looking after our new puppy! I am really keen to get to know all the young people who enjoy being part of CREATE in Canberra. I am planning some fun activities and hope to meet you soon! Please give me a call if you want to say hi. |
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Lauren Heywood Position: Community Facilitator About Lauren: Lauren has a bachelor of science in psychology at UC and is currently enrolled in her honours in psychology. In her spare time, Lauren loves reading, watching TV and movies, visiting the coast and hanging out with her family and friends. Lauren looks forward to working with the ACT young people and can’t wait to meet everyone involved. Favourite things: Colour: Green, Book: The Painted Man by Peter V. Brett, Movie: Bridesmaids, Food: Chocolate, Song: Feel Good Drag by Anberlin, Singer: Johnny Cash, Band: Anberlin, Instrument: Piano |
Charter of Rights for Children and Young People in Care
The Charter of Rights sets out the rights of all children and young people in care in this state. The Charter talks about what you can expect from people who look after you and work with you while you are in care. If you feel like your rights are not being met, you should talk to an adult you trust like your carer or caseworker, or call the numbers listed on the Charter of Rights. You could also try calling CREATE in your state on 1800 655 105 to talk about your options. Some useful links:
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(Under 6 yrs) http://www.dhcs.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/102987/charter_of_rights_0-6yo.pdf
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(7-12 yrs) http://www.dhcs.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0011/102998/charter_of_rights_7-12yo.pdf
- (13-18 yrs) http://www.dhcs.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0014/103055/charter_of_rights_13-18yo.pdf
Events + Activities
| Date | What | Where | |
| 15th-21st of May | National Families Week | www.familiesaustralia.org.au | |
| Friday18th of May | Youth Advisory Group (YAG) | Belconnen CREATE Office | |
| 2nd-3rd of June | Young Consultants Training | TBA | |
| 30th of June | Winter Wonderland Party | For more details and to RSVP call Julia |
For full event details and to RSVP please contact julia.clayton@create.org.au
About Our Programs
clubCREATE
clubCREATE is a club for children and young people in care, or with a care experience. Members get a welcome pack, bi-monthly magazines, invitations to events, and a birthday card each year. You can join clubCREATE by calling your ACT office on (02) 6253 1451 or email clubCREATE@create.org.au and ask for a membership form.
Entering Care Kits
If you are entering care for the first time, CREATE will deck you out with a backpack of essential stuff to help you on your way. You need to join clubCREATE to be able to receive a kit just contact your ACT office on (02) 6253 1451 or email clubCREATE@create.org.au.
Carn the Kids
This is the opportunity to receive free tickets and have an awesome day out at a major sporting event, so you can cheer on your favourite team! To receive regular information about Carn the Kids you need to be a member of clubCREATE!
State and Territory Youth Advisory Group’s
The Youth Advisory Group is a program that brings young people together to discuss care issues and explore solutions. Youth Advisory groups are in each state and territory and provide feedback which activates change for the better. The Youth Advisory Group also tells CREATE how best to represent the opinions of children and young people in care. To find out more contact your CREATE ACT office on (02) 6253 1451.
Young Consultants
Young Consultants are young people aged 14 and over who have had a care experience. They work alongside CREATE to share with others in the community what it is like to be in care. Young Consultants go to conferences, consultations, forums and events to represent CREATE and young people in care. To become a young consultant you need to complete Young Consultants Training.
Young Consultants also get a few perks. They can participate in connection activities like trips to the movies and professional development courses including things like Senior First Aid, interview skills, budgeting and building a resume all of which Young Consultants can access for free.
Young Consultants Training
To become a Young Consultant you need to undertake the Young Consultant’s Training Course which is a fun training workshop. You can hang out with other young people, develop skills in presentation and public speaking and learn all about the Care system. Young Consultants training may lead to opportunities to do some occasional paid work with CREATE in through representation at conferences, consultations, forums and events and providing training support.
CREATE Your Future website | www.createyourfuture.org.au
This website is designed to assist young people who are leaving care. It has heaps of information on topics like health, housing, education, employment and more. You can also read stories about other peoples’ experiences of leaving care.
Leaving Care
A Leaving Care Kit is a valuable resource for young people who are about to Transition from Care. The kits are available from either your local departmental worker or CREATE Foundation. You can contact CREATE on 1800 655 105 for more information.