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Public reporting on the Victorian Ombudsman investigation into the lockdown of 33 Alfred Street

Public reporting of progress against recommendations from the Victorian Ombudsman investigation – detention and treatment of public housing residents due to a COVID-19 lockdown of 33 Alfred Street North Melbourne

Final report of Charles Scerri QC

In 2018, Mr Charles Scerri QC was appointed by the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct an investigation under section 144 of the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic) in respect of sexual misconduct allegations made against the former Chairperson of Melbourne Health, Mr Robert Doyle.

Parliamentary Inquiry into Homelessness in Victoria

Report findings and recommendations from the Victorian Parliamentary Inquiry into homelessness in Victoria.

Incident and allegation investigations

Guides to support carers and community service to better understand incident reviews and investigations.

Review of the Victorian Child Safe Standards

The Department of Health and Human Services has completed the review of the Victorian Child Safe Standards on behalf of the Victorian Government.

Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety - Submission by the Victorian Government

Environmental sustainability strategy - Department of Health and Human Services

The department recognises that disadvantaged and vulnerable groups are more likely to be affected by the negative effects of climate change, and is committed to minimising the environmental impacts of its operations.

Adoption regulations Regulatory Impact Statement

The new Adoption Regulations were made on 24 February 2019, following a review in late 2018.

Aboriginal children in aboriginal care program

Aboriginal Children in Aboriginal Care is a program for Aboriginal children and young people subject to a Children’s Court protection order.

Aboriginal employment strategy 2016 - 2021

The department aims to attract increasing numbers of Aboriginal employees into career pathways that are diverse, inclusive and include caring for Aboriginal people, families and communities.