Child Abuse and Neglect in Australia
Child Abuse and Neglect in Australia
Child abuse and neglect is one of Australia’s biggest and most misunderstood social problems. Despite being under-reported, Australian authorities confirmed 45,548 children were confirmed to have been abused throughout 2021-22.*
Every 11 ½ minutes, another child suffers physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect, often by someone they know and should be able to trust; most often in their own home. Thousands more cases go unreported, and the number of children and young people in out-of-home care is increasing.
*Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) 2023. Child Protection Australia 2021-22. Cat. no: CWS 92. www.aihw.gov.au
The Facts
Preventing Abuse and Neglect
Whether you are a parent, relative, teacher, nurse, friend or neighbour, you can play a significant role in preventing child abuse and neglect.
Some simple but powerful things you can do:
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