Founding
In January 2015, Tony Tonkin - a prfessionl social worker for 20+ years - had grown extremely disenchanted with the child protection system. He came to the conclusion that the only way effective and substantive change would take place was politically. He placed an advert in SA's newspaper, The Advertiser, seeking people interested in creating a political party. Around 20 people contacted and met with him. From that meeting, the Child Protection Party was created.
Our Values
- The Child Protection Party has many values. The ones we consider most important are:
- Accountability - everyone should be held accountable for the decisions they make and actions they take
- Authenticity - transparency, empathy and honesty are fundamental to good practice
- Equality & Diversity - the Party does not discriminate against any person on any grounds.
- Integrity - when creating policies we will align each policy with our values, vision and mission
Our Vision
To create a world where every child is treated fairly and with respect, a world where the rights of the children are consistently upheld and access to appropriate resources are easily accessible, establishing an environment that gives all children the greatest possible chance of success in their lives.
Our Mission
The Child Protection Party is an Australian political party whose aim is to correct the deficiencies in the legislation affecting families. We are focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for all children and their carers. We will achieve this by gaining elected representation, thereby enabling the Party to challenge the current systems in place.
Whilst working towards securing representation we will continue petitioning and lobbying for change by introducing new legislation aligned to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, which upholds facilitating the right for all children to speak out and be heard.
Empowering young people as they transition into adulthood. Promoting the rights of all children is at the forefront of future decision making.
Whilst working towards securing representation we will continue petitioning and lobbying for change by introducing new legislation aligned to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, which upholds facilitating the right for all children to speak out and be heard.
Empowering young people as they transition into adulthood. Promoting the rights of all children is at the forefront of future decision making.
The Child Protection Party is the only political party in Australia who represents the voices of children.
The Party will uphold the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights as well as the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Every child, where possible, should have the opportunity to live with their biological family.
“Children have the right to say what they think should happen when adults are making decisions that affect them and to have their opinions taken into account.”
“Children who have any kind of disability should receive special care and support so that they can live a full and independent life.”
“Children who are looked after by their local authority rather than their parents should have the situation reviewed regularly.”
Children who are in care, disabled, intellectually challenged, suicidal, use drugs or have mental well-being issues require adults to listen to them and provide appropriate services which will meet their needs and make their lives happier and productive. They need a powerful voice in Parliament.
Your membership and, just as importantly, if not more so, your vote will ensure a better future for all children.
The Child Protection Party is the only political party who represents the voices of children. Children who are in care, disabled, intellectually challenged, suicidal, use drugs or have mental well-being issues require adults to listen to them and provide appropriate services which will meet their needs and make their lives happier and productive.
They need a powerful voice in Parliament. Your vote will ensure a better future for all children.