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Advocates condemn proposed reforms to NT child protection laws

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WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this story includes the name and image of an Indigenous person who has passed. Hundreds of organisations from across the Northern Territory and Australia have condemned moves to amend the territory’s child protection laws. The NT government has announced the two people who will run an independent review into the conduct of the Department of Children and Families in the lead up to the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby. Those seeking support can ring Lifeline crisis support on 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14, visit lifeline.org.au. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders can contact 13YARN on 13 92 76, Brother to Brother on 1800 435 799, or Yarning SafeNStrong on 1800 959 563.
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