Show Notes
How did Victoria's Respectful Relationships curriculum get to where it is today? Who was involved in writing it, and what role do parents and experts play in shaping education? #RespectfulRelationships#EducationPolicy #australianeducation #PrimaryEducation #ChildMentalHealth #SchoolCurriculum #childsafeguarding #childmentalhealth #secondaryeducation 👉🏻 Watch Full Respectful Relationships Curriculum Analysis Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL7ZTyGEs0ab2RlzMqylgzsF_GnFdACoJ👉🏻 Download RR Full Curriculum Here: https://arc.educationapps.vic.gov.au/learning/sites/respectful-relationships/1785/Respectful-Relationships-resourcesIn this episode, Courtney and Christina are joined by Catherine Karena, founder of In Defence of Children and a recognized advocate for children’s rights. Katherine explains the development of the curriculum, what influences guided it, and why parental awareness and engagement are critical to ensure that children are supported appropriately in schools.This discussion explores:• How the curriculum evolved in Victoria schools• Who was involved in shaping it and who was not• What parents can do to stay informed and involved• Strategies for supporting children and ensuring developmentally appropriate educationThis episode is framed around evidence, child development, and practical parental guidance, not politics. It is part of a miniseries designed to help parents understand and engage with what children are learning in Victorian - and in broader Australian schools.📍 Related episodes: • Primary Schools curriculum overview • Secondary Schools curriculum overview This podcast promotes informed parenting, child development education, and respectful discussion.#VictorianSchools #ParentVoices #CurriculumTransparency #ChildWellbeing #AustralianEducation#PublicEducation #ThoseWhoSpeakPodcast
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