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New leader for children advocate
THE NSW Government has appointed Katherine McKernan as Advocate for Children and Young People for five years and to lead the new Office for Youth within DCJ. The Office was created after most young people reported feeling unheard in government decisions. McKernan, an experienced social services leader, will champion youth voices, embed their perspectives in policy, and improve outcomes statewide. Ministers say the Office will give young people genuine influence, not just symbolism.
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