2024 Victorian Protecting Children Awards – finalists announced!

Congratulations to the individuals, teams and groups who are being recognised for the meaningful impact they have on the lives of children, young people and families across Victoria
29 July 2024

Finalists have been announced for the 2024 Victorian Protecting Children Awards, following a record breaking number of 148 nominations received this year!

These prestigious awards acknowledge and celebrate individuals, teams and groups who demonstrate excellence in working with children, young people and families.

Nominations were open to those working across the child and family services sector, child protection, government and academic organisations, foster, kinship and permanent carers, volunteers and community members.

This is the third year in a row a new record has been reached, highlighting the remarkable dedication across the Victorian child and family services sector and community that deserves to be celebrated. Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit nominations.

Congratulations to all the finalists being recognised for their exceptional efforts to help keep children and young people safe, and families strong.

Winners will be announced, and their stories shared at the 2024 Victorian Protecting Children Awards ceremony on Tuesday 3 September 2024, during Child Protection Week.

To view the list of finalists and for more information on the awards, visit the Victorian Protecting Children Awards webpage.