A practical guide to help Australian government officials ensure children’s perspectives are meaningfully included in the development of policies and programs that affect them, particularly in early childhood education and care settings. It includes best practice guidance on how and when to consult with children, and considerations for safe and inclusive consultations.

The Independent Evaluation of the National Community Hubs Program was commissioned in the context of the establishment of a network of an anticipated 100 Community Hubs under the Program. This was a process evaluation of the first stage of the Hub roll-out (30 Hubs nationally: 15 in New South Wales, 10 in Victoria and 5...