Voices in Action: Journeys in care is a podcast by CREATE Foundation giving a platform to children and young people in care. CREATE is the national consumer body for children and young people with care experience across Australia. This podcast has been created as a platform for young people to talk about issues that are important to them - as we support them to connect, feel empowered, and create positive change in the care system.
Episodes
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Content warning - some listeners may find this episode upsetting. Helplines are listed below.
On this week's episode of the Voices in Action: Journeys in Care podcast, we speak to Tamara, a Registered Nurse using her lived experience in care to make a difference in the lives of young care-experienced patients.
This episode is a must-listen with tips for professionals and advice for young people about connection and building a sense of community.
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Thank you for listening.
If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is help available:
- LifeLine 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
- 13YARN 13 92 76
- 1800RESPECT 1800 737 372
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Content warning - some listeners may find this episode upsetting. Helplines are listed below.
On this week's episode of the Voices in Action: Journeys in Care podcast, 23-year-old Jasmine shares her experiences growing up in the care system. She talks about navigating multiple placements, what she sees as the barriers to cultural connection for young people growing up in care, and the importance of being introduced to your Culture in meaningful ways.
Jasmine reflects on how she learned about her family connections and Aboriginal heritage from her social worker, highlighting the positive impact workers can have on the lives of children and young people.
Listen for more.
More information
If you liked this episode, help us spread the word by leaving a review and telling your friends. Episodes are released weekly on Thursdays. You can subscribe to be reminded.
Thank you for listening.
If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is help available:
- LifeLine 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
- 13YARN 13 92 76
- 1800RESPECT 1800 737 372
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
On this week's episode of the Voices in Action: Journeys in Care podcast, we sit down with CREATE CEO Imogen Edeson to chat about all things 'CREATE' and our future direction.
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If you liked this episode, help us spread the word by leaving a review and telling your friends. Episodes are released weekly on Thursdays. You can subscribe to be reminded.
Thank you for listening.
If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is help available:
- LifeLine 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
- 13YARN 13 92 76
- 1800RESPECT 1800 737 372
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Content warning - some listeners may find this episode upsetting. Helplines are listed below.
On this week's episode of the Voices in Action: Journeys in Care podcast, 19-year-old Tanaya shares her views on 'sibling connection' as 1 of 14 children in her biological family.
Tanaya shares that she wishes there was more thoughtful planning around the contact she had with her siblings, including individualised activities that considered the interests and ages of her siblings.
She says that when you don't know your brothers and sisters, it can feel like "a piece of you is missing." But when you do, it helps you to understand yourself better.
More information
If you liked this episode, help us spread the word by leaving a review and telling your friends. Episodes are released weekly on Thursdays. You can subscribe to be reminded.
Thank you for listening.
If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is help available:
- LifeLine 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
- 13YARN 13 92 76
- 1800RESPECT 1800 737 372
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Content warning for discussions about domestic violence. We have included free and confidential helplines below.
On this week's episode of the Voices in Action: Journeys in Care podcast, CREATE hears from entrepreneur, Contemporary Indigenous Artist and mother, Emmarita about her experiences with the transition from care to adulthood and the things she wishes her younger self knew.
This episode is a must-listen for young people navigating the transition from out-of-home care to independence. As well as for those supporting young people with this journey!
You can follow Emmarita's business page at @Yankirri_Arts
More information
If you liked this episode, help us spread the word by leaving a review and telling your friends. Episodes are released weekly on Thursdays. You can subscribe to be reminded.
Thank you for listening.
If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is help available:
- 1800RESPECT 1800 737 372
- LifeLine 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
- 13YARN 13 92 76
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Content warning - some listeners may find this episode upsetting. Helplines are listed below.
On this week's episode of the Voices in Action: Journeys in Care podcast, CREATE sits down with social work graduate, kinship carer and CREATE alum, Bella who shares her experiences with 'stigma'.
Bella discusses some of the damaging assumptions that people made about her as a person with a care experience, as well as the impacts that can have on a young person.
Bella shares her advice for other young people about snapping stigma, navigating the transition to independence and going to uni!
More information
If you liked this episode, help us spread the word by leaving a review and telling your friends. Episodes are released weekly on Thursdays. You can subscribe to be reminded.
You can also check out our #SnapThatStigma campaign for more stories like this. Thank you for listening.
If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is help available:
- LifeLine 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
- 13YARN 13 92 76
- 1800RESPECT 1800 737 372
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
More information: NEW EPISODES WEEKLY. If you liked this episode, help us spread the word by leaving a review and telling your friends. Thanks for listening. If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is help available:
- LifeLine 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
- 13YARN 13 92 76
- 1800RESPECT 1800 737 372
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
Meet Leticia: Business Owner, Proud Aboriginal Woman, Advocate (Part 2)
Welcome back to another episode! In this 2-part episode, we hear from Leticia, a young Aboriginal woman born on Wiradjuri country. Leticia is a zealous advocate for not only herself but others around her, and now a successful business owner, specialising in graphic design and advocacy workshops. She talks about her journey of self-discovery, the importance of her culture, overcoming stigma as both a child and an adult, and now her ever-evolving journey as a business owner. Leticia’s story is inspiring and she’s got so much knowledge and wisdom to share for any young people who haven’t yet “found their voice” – so make sure you listen in. Thanks Leticia for sharing your story with us and helping us to #SnapThatStigma!
Please note: these episodes may touch on topics of child abuse or neglect, so listener discretion is advised if hearing these stories may be triggering for you. If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is always help available through LifeLine on 13 11 14 or Kids HelpLine on 1800 55 1800.
Who Are We?
CREATE Foundation is the national consumer body for children and young people in out of home care. We work to CONNECT children and young people to each other, EMPOWER them to have a voice and create CHANGE on a systemic level.
One of the biggest obstacles faced by children and young people with a care experience is the stigma surrounding it. Being labelled the “problem child”, “troubled” or “bad” – when children and young people are placed into care due to no fault of their own. One of CREATE’s major campaigns is the Snap that Stigma initiative, where we want to showcase how incredible the young people we work with are, to overcome this negative image dogging young people with a care experience.
Find out more: https://www.create.org.au/snap-that-stigma
Follow us on Instagram: @CREATEFnd
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Meet Leticia: Business Owner, Proud Aboriginal Woman, Advocate (Part 1)
Welcome back to another episode! In this 2-part episode, we hear from Leticia, a young Aboriginal woman born on Wiradjuri country. Leticia is a zealous advocate for not only herself but others around her, and now a successful business owner, specialising in graphic design and advocacy workshops. She talks about her journey of self-discovery, the importance of her culture, overcoming stigma as both a child and an adult, and now her ever-evolving journey as a business owner. Leticia’s story is inspiring and she’s got so much knowledge and wisdom to share for any young people who haven’t yet “found their voice” – so make sure you listen in. Thanks Leticia for sharing your story with us and helping us to #SnapThatStigma!
Please note: these episodes may touch on topics of child abuse or neglect, so listener discretion is advised if hearing these stories may be triggering for you. If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is always help available through LifeLine on 13 11 14 or Kids HelpLine on 1800 55 1800.
Who Are We?
CREATE Foundation is the national consumer body for children and young people in out of home care. We work to CONNECT children and young people to each other, EMPOWER them to have a voice and create CHANGE on a systemic level.
One of the biggest obstacles faced by children and young people with a care experience is the stigma surrounding it. Being labelled the “problem child”, “troubled” or “bad” – when children and young people are placed into care due to no fault of their own. One of CREATE’s major campaigns is the Snap that Stigma initiative, where we want to showcase how incredible the young people we work with are, to overcome this negative image dogging young people with a care experience.
Find out more: https://www.create.org.au/snap-that-stigma
Follow us on Instagram: @CREATEFnd
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Meet Emily: Advocate, Entrepreneur, Mother
Emily is a passionate advocate, who has built her whole career around sharing her story and advocating for change. In this episode, we hear from Emily about her life growing up in care, the stigma she faced as a child in care, when she become a “young mum”, and again as she started building her business in the advocacy space without having a qualification. Having worked with CREATE, Adopt Change and many other organisations closely for years, Emily has been instrumental in pushing for systemic change in the care system and is passionate about seeing barriers broken down for young people with a care experience – particularly around employment and education. Emily’s passion and fire for change is contagious, so listen in to feel inspired by her #SnapThatStigma journey. Thanks for sharing your story with us Emily!
Please note: these episodes may touch on topics of child abuse or neglect, so listener discretion is advised if hearing these stories may be triggering for you. If you are feeling upset or want to talk to someone, there is always help available through LifeLine on 13 11 14 or Kids HelpLine on 1800 55 1800.
Who Are We?
CREATE Foundation is the national consumer body for children and young people in out of home care. We work to CONNECT children and young people to each other, EMPOWER them to have a voice and create CHANGE on a systemic level.
One of the biggest obstacles faced by children and young people with a care experience is the stigma surrounding it. Being labelled the “problem child”, “troubled” or “bad” – when children and young people are placed into care due to no fault of their own. One of CREATE’s major campaigns is the Snap that Stigma initiative, where we want to showcase how incredible the young people we work with are, to overcome this negative image dogging young people with a care experience.
Find out more: https://www.create.org.au/snap-that-stigma
Follow us on Instagram: @CREATEFnd