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National Aftercare Policy for Alternative Care

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National Aftercare Policy for Alternative Care

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National Aftercare Policy outlines the legislation which places a statutory duty on Tusla to form a view on whether or not each young person leaving care needs an aftercare service, the eligibility criteria for aftercare and the principles and best practice which are guaranteed under national and international law.

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The Final Report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes

(‘the Report’) was published on 12 January 2021. Publication of the Report was a

landmark moment for the Irish State and its citizens and resulted in an immediate

State apology, delivered by An Taoiseach, to those who spent time in the institutions.

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National Action Plan to prevent and combat Human Trafficking 

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National Action Plan to prevent and combat Human Trafficking 

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The Plan aims to work towards ending human trafficking in the State as a key element of building stronger, safer communities.

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Health Information Strategic Objectives 2020 - 2022

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Health Information Strategic Objectives 2020 - 2022

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The Health Information Strategic Objective document outlines the direction for health information function of HIQA for the years 2020 - 2022. It details the areas that they will work along with specific objectives that HIQA will achieve over the upcoming years.

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	Joint Working Protocol for An Garda Síochána/ Tusla

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	Joint Working Protocol for An Garda Síochána/ Tusla

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The Joint Working Protocol for An Garda Síochána/ Tusla is a policy that outlines the procedures that the Gardai and Tusla must take in handling cases regarding child welfare and protection.
https://www.tusla.ie/uploads/content/CF_Joint_Protocol.pdf

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National Standards for Adult Safeguarding

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National Standards for Adult Safeguarding

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Safeguarding of the vulnerable adult in the community.

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National Strategy for Women and Girls2017-2020

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National Strategy for Women and Girls2017-2020

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This strategy intends to respond to women’s needs across Ireland. It focuses on increasing investment in childcare as well as tackling the gender pay gap. The aim is to improve access to education, training, and employment for lone parents and socially excluded women. https://www.gov.ie/pdf/?file=https://assets.gov.ie/6427/88cc57e206a34e94aeff2310f2b100d5.pdf#page=null

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The aim of this policy is to reinvigorate the movement as a campaigning force, bringing together the local roots and relevance with their global reach and rigour to strengthen the Amnesty International brand to ensure everyone can enjoy all of the human rights.

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A cross-departmental Strategy to support babies, young children and their families.

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First Five: Early Years Strategy 2018-2028

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First Five: Early Years Strategy 2018-2028

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https://ncn.ie/first-five/

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First Five - National Childhood Network (NCN)

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Introduction First Five National Strategy First Five is the National Early Years Strategy for Ireland. It is a whole of government strategy to provide babies, children, and young people with the best possible start in life.

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One in Four provides professional psychotherapy and advocacy services to men and women over the age of 18 years who were sexually abused in childhood, and to their families.

https://www.oneinfour.ie/

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Our advocacy team is here to provide support, and answer any of your questions.

The criminal and civil court process can be stressful, intimidating and unfamiliar. The advocacy team's knowledge and understanding of the legal systems can assist you in exercising your rights.

If you have already made a statement to the Gardaí our advocacy team is here to provide support and information to adults availing of any of legal options regarding their experience of childhood sexual abuse in Ireland.

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Irish Charity Supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse

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Children's Health Ireland: Strategy For Research 2021- 2025 

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Children's Health Ireland: Strategy For Research 2021- 2025 

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Children's Health Ireland is a new organisation that ensures high quality, safe and effective healthcare for the sickest children in Ireland, who need highly specialist services, as well as local paediatric services for all children in the Eastern region of Ireland.

URL:

children-s-health-ireland-strategy-for-research-2021-2025_1.pdf (dfp8dpcgoqcr0.cloudfront.net)

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National Disability  Inclusion   Strategy 2017 - 2021

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National Disability  Inclusion   Strategy 2017 - 2021

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The aim of the policy is to promote equality for people who have disabilities focusing on areas of education, employment, access to public services and universal design.

https://www.gov.ie/pdf/?file=https://assets.gov.ie/162923/96990962-f41f-4844-b784-e9ccf8cbfa42.pdf#page=null

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This policy aims to set standards for living in foster care. These standards are to make sure that young people are kept safe and cared for properly in foster care.

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DCEDIY: The LGBTQ+Inclusion strategy 2019-2021

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DCEDIY: The LGBTQ+Inclusion strategy 2019-2021

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The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth's mission is to enhance the lives of children, youth, families and communities by promoting diversity and inclusion policies.

The LGBTQ+ Inclusion strategy includes over 100 actions aimed at promoting the rights and well being of LGBTQ people.

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The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth's mission is to enhance the lives of children, young people, adults, families and communities, recognising diversity and promoting equality of opportunity.

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Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth

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The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth's mission is to enhance the lives of children, young people, adults, families and communities, recognising diversity and promoting equality of opportunity.

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NATIONAL STRATEGY ON CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S PARTICIPATION IN DECISION-MAKING 2015 – 2020

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NATIONAL STRATEGY ON CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S PARTICIPATION IN DECISION-MAKING 2015 – 2020

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Goal is to ensure child and young peoples voice are heard in everyday day life. This includes spaces and place for example in legal system where they are entitled to have their voices heard in decisions effecting their lives. Aimed at young people under the age of 18 years old but also takes into consideration of young people transitioning into adulthood (up to 24 years old). The strategy

is guided and influenced by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)2 and the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. The Lundy model is used to guide professional to ensure children and young peoples are given the space and there voice is respected.

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This policy covers guidance for social workers when supporting foster carers in applying for enhanced rights.

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Sections 43A and 43B Child Care (Amendment) Act 2007

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Sections 43A and 43B Child Care (Amendment) Act 2007

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https://ifca.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Enhanced-Rights-Policy-Tusla.pdf

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The National Dementia Strategy

The aim of this policy is to improve health care and services for those experiencing dementia (including support for their families and carers) and allow them to live good lives.

URL: https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/62d6a5-national-dementia-strategy/

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This Policy was launched in 2006 as a national policy focusing on mental health reform in Ireland for all populations in Ireland.

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'Sharing the Vision' A Mental Health Policy for everyone.

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'Sharing the Vision' A Mental Health Policy for everyone.

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URL:

https://76770_b142b216-f2ca-48e6-a551-79c208f1a247.pdf

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In December 2022, the Online Safety and Media Regulation Act 2022 was signed into law. The legislation aims to improve online safety for children. The Online Safety Commissioner (OSC) will be part of Coimisiún na Meán. The OSC will regulate online services and will have enforcement powers to deal with disputes.

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Online Safety and Media Regulation Act 2022

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At this time, he General Scheme was referred to the relevant Joint Oireachtas Committee for pre-legislative scrutiny, which was completed by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport and Media in November 2021
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The National Traveller and Roma Inclusion Strategy 2017-2021

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The National Traveller and Roma Inclusion Strategy 2017-2021

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The aim of NTRIS includes achieving equality of education outcomes, supporting an inclusive school community, and promoting a positive culture of respect and protection for the cultural identity of Travellers and Roma in education.

URL: https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/c83a7d-national-traveller-and-roma-inclusion-strategy-2017-2021/

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Third National Strategy on Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

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Third National Strategy on Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

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This is Ireland’s third National Strategy on Domestic Violence. It aims to achieve zero tolerance for domestic, sexual and gender based violence.

“The Strategy recognises that while both men and women can be victims/survivors, women and girls are affected disproportionately, as a manifestation of historically unequal power relations between men and women. As a result, the emphasis within the Strategy is particularly on meeting the needs of women and girls.”

URL: https://www.gov.ie/pdf/?file=https://assets.gov.ie/228480/67b6e3af-a0d2-4d70-889f-0b1e2001995b.pdf#page=null

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Tusla’s Prevention Partnership and Family Support: Parenting Support Strategy 2022-2027. 

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Tusla’s Prevention Partnership and Family Support: Parenting Support Strategy 2022-2027. 

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Vision of this strategy: families and communities are empowered and strengthened to keep children safe and nurtured, recognizing a child’s right to protection, stability and the support of a family and community network.

Mission of this strategy: Dedicated and committed to working in partnership with children, families and communities to ensure that children in need or at risk of harm are supported, protected and connected to people who can safeguard and promote their wellbeing throughout their lives.

Aim of this strategy: to support parents by building on their strengths, giving them choice, and helping them to identify solutions that will work for them.

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Young Ireland: National Policy Framework for Children and Young People 2023-2028

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Young Ireland: National Policy Framework for Children and Young People 2023-2028

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Young Ireland is the national policy for Children and Young People. Published in November 2023 it replaces Better Outcomes Brighter Futures.

URL: https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/80ac4-young-ireland-the-national-policy-framework-for-children-and-young-people-0-24-2023-2028/