SRF Program

  • Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO)

    VEYLDF Alignment

    Item uses these practice principles: Reflective practice, Partnerships with families, High expectations for every child, Respectful relationships and responsive engagement, Equity and diversity, Assessment for learning and development, Integrated teaching and learning approaches, Partnerships with professionals.

    Item responds to these sub-outcomes: Not applicable

    Description

    VACCHO is the peak body for the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people living in Victoria. It builds the capacity of members by strengthening support networks and increasing workforce development opportunities, and through leadership on particular health areas. It advocates through a range of private, community and government agencies, at state and national levels, on all issues related to Aboriginal health.

    Detailed Costs

    Costs vary depending on the support or resources accessed. Contact provider or visit website for details.

     

    Implementation Considerations

    Target population: children, families and educators in kindergarten settings who require support in the area of cultural awareness and inclusion.

    Staffing: services should consider the cost of backfill when determining the cost of accessing this resource.

    Factors to consider: services will need to ensure that cultural supports are appropriate to the local area and community. Supports should be provided in accordance with the VEYLDF. Services should consider how staff may be able to share the practice knowledge they obtain from this resource with others at the service. This will ensure that improved approaches to practice or innovative ideas can be implemented across the service as a whole.

    Priority Area

    Access and inclusion

    Strength of Evidence

    Level 6 – Supported by expert opinion