This note explains the objects and operation of the *Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998* (NSW).

Explanatory Note, Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998 (NSW)

Permanency planning is the making of a plan that aims to provide a child with a stable and secure long-term placement following removal  from their family. The principles of permanency planning first emerged in the 1970s in the United States of America and the United Kingdom.

Permanency planning 

Developments in law and policy have seen a shift from Aboriginal children primarily being adopted by non-Aboriginal families, towards permanently placing Aboriginal children with Aboriginal families. However, this attempt to preserve and promote cultural and familial identity in children needing care has not been as effective in practice as intended.  

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Explanatory Note, Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998 (NSW)

Permanency planning

Prioritising adoption by Aboriginal families