BUSHkids Annual Report | 2023-24

Annual Report • 2023–24

Our People

As always, BUSHkids could not provide the high- quality services for children and families without focusing on supporting and developing Our People . This year, we have continued to invest in our teams through leadership development and mentoring support, reviewing our supervision program, and running a series of consultative planning workshops. To ensure BUSHkids attracts and retains the best people, we are undertaking a workforce planning exercise and have introduced a new Recruitment Coordinator role to lead on recruitment and retention. As our workforce has grown and matured, we have constantly reviewed best practices in the modern workplace. Next year, we will continue to explore flexible and family-friendly work arrangements. Partnerships and collaboration Collaboration is one of our core values. This strong focus is reflected through our many partnerships , particularly in the communities we serve for the benefit of children. BUSHkids’ focus on academic collaboration makes a difference in the early years by enhancing the evidence base and providing the opportunity to translate knowledge into practice. This year, BUSHkids has contributed to a range of research projects. Towards 2025 As we look towards the celebration of a remarkable 90-year milestone in 2025, BUSHkids remains committed to improving outcomes for children, families and communities, ensuring that our legacy of care and support continues to flourish. Within this year’s annual report, you will find stories that highlight the significant differences we make in the lives of children and their families.

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INNOVATIVE PRACTICE

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BUILDING CAPACITY

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SKILLED WORKFORCE

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