In this bonus episode, hosts Jeni Whalan and Glyn Davis examine the insights gained across this season of conversations about putting children at the centre of good public policy. They discuss the frustrating gap between knowledge and action when it comes to shifting the dial towards more positive outcomes for all kids. Without political leadership, meaningful consultation and targeted, place-based responses, many well-intentioned measures fail to make an impact. So is there now enough momentum to bring about real change?

We also hear from young people from the Northern Rivers region of NSW who, on top of pandemic disruptions, have also had to cope with devastating floods. Mullumbimby’s Spaghetti Circus, an arts and community engagement organisation, was inundated with water and mud. Members of the Circus community lost their homes, schools and businesses. Performers, Ellen, Maxine, Malaika and Laima share their hopes and fears for the future.

In this bonus episode, hosts Jeni Whalan and Glyn Davis examine the insights gained across this season of conversations about putting children at the centre of good public policy. They discuss the frustrating gap between knowledge and action when it comes to shifting the dial towards more positive outcomes for all kids. Without political leadership, meaningful consultation and targeted, place-based responses, many well-intentioned measures fail to make an impact. So is there now enough momentum to bring about real change?
We also hear from young people from the Northern Rivers region of NSW who, on top of pandemic disruptions, have also had to cope with devastating floods. Mullumbimby&rsquo;s Spaghetti Circus, an arts and community engagement organisation, was inundated with water and mud. Members of the Circus community lost their homes, schools and businesses. Performers, Ellen, Maxine, Malaika and Laima share their hopes and fears for the future.

Backing Kids, the second season of Life’s Lottery, explores how Australian society values children and childhood. Kids are our future, but they’re rarely at the centre when it comes to the decisions that really matter. What would it take to truly put kids at the heart of policy, of budgets, and broader public work? 

We’ll hear the voices of advocates, experts, children and their parents and caregivers with bright and practical ideas about how we can improve kids’ health and wellbeing. We’ll dive deep into the Federal Budget and explore how it does, and doesn’t, reflect the realisation of children’s rights. We’ll hear about how young First Nations voices have informed policy development to improve the lives of First Nations kids. We’ll consider how place-based, universally accessible services could better reach vulnerable families and improve the wellbeing of all children. 

Two years of the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted children’s physical and mental health, their education, and exacerbated the challenges faced by the most vulnerable. There has never been a better time to talk about how we could better back our kids and improve their odds in Life’s Lottery.

Produced by The Paul Ramsay Foundation and UTS Impact Studios.

Visit lifeslottery.com.au to learn more.

Backing Kids, the second season of Life&rsquo;s Lottery, explores how Australian society values children and childhood. Kids are our future, but they&rsquo;re rarely at the centre when it comes to the decisions that really matter. What would it take to truly put kids at the heart of policy, of budgets, and broader public work?&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll hear the voices of advocates, experts, children and their parents and caregivers with bright and practical ideas about how we can improve kids&rsquo; health and wellbeing. We&rsquo;ll dive deep into the Federal Budget and explore how it does, and doesn&rsquo;t, reflect the realisation of children&rsquo;s rights. We&rsquo;ll hear about how young First Nations voices have informed policy development to improve the lives of First Nations kids. We&rsquo;ll consider how place-based, universally accessible services could better reach vulnerable families and improve the wellbeing of all children.&nbsp;
Two years of the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted children&rsquo;s physical and mental health, their education, and exacerbated the challenges faced by the most vulnerable. There has never been a better time to talk about how we could better back our kids and improve their odds in Life&rsquo;s Lottery.
Produced by The Paul Ramsay Foundation and UTS Impact Studios.
Visit <a href="http://www.lifeslottery.com.au/">lifeslottery.com.au</a> to learn more.

Life's Lottery

Backing Kids, the second season of Life’s Lottery, explores how Australian society values children and childhood. Kids are our future, but they’re rarely at the centre when it comes to the decisions that really matter. What would it take to truly put kids at the heart of policy, of budgets, and broader public work? 

We’ll hear the voices of advocates, experts, children and their parents and caregivers with bright and practical ideas about how we can improve kids’ health and wellbeing. We’ll dive deep into the Federal Budget and explore how it does, and doesn’t, reflect the realisation of children’s rights. We’ll hear about how young First Nations voices have informed policy development to improve the lives of First Nations kids. We’ll consider how place-based, universally accessible services could better reach vulnerable families and improve the wellbeing of all children. 

Two years of the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted children’s education as well as physical and mental health,  and exacerbated the challenges faced by the most vulnerable. There has never been a better time to talk about how we could better back our kids and improve their odds in Life’s Lottery.

Backing Kids, the second season of Life&rsquo;s Lottery, explores how Australian society values children and childhood. Kids are our future, but they&rsquo;re rarely at the centre when it comes to the decisions that really matter. What would it take to truly put kids at the heart of policy, of budgets, and broader public work?&nbsp;
We&rsquo;ll hear the voices of advocates, experts, children and their parents and caregivers with bright and practical ideas about how we can improve kids&rsquo; health and wellbeing. We&rsquo;ll dive deep into the Federal Budget and explore how it does, and doesn&rsquo;t, reflect the realisation of children&rsquo;s rights. We&rsquo;ll hear about how young First Nations voices have informed policy development to improve the lives of First Nations kids. We&rsquo;ll consider how place-based, universally accessible services could better reach vulnerable families and improve the wellbeing of all children.&nbsp;
Two years of the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted children&rsquo;s education as well as physical and mental health,&nbsp; and exacerbated the challenges faced by the most vulnerable. There has never been a better time to talk about how we could better back our kids and improve their odds in Life&rsquo;s Lottery.

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