Respectful relationships: for carers
This resource supports carers of children in out-of-home care by providing the tools and language to help educate young people about what makes respectful relationships and safe sexual practices.
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How this resource can help
Use this resource to
Find the language and tools you need to have conversations with children and young people about respectful relationships
Share with carers of children in out-of-home care, or parents and carers of children more generally
Find videos curated for different age ranges to share messages with children
It covers
Key principles to building conversations about respectful relationships
A range of age-specific videos about boundaries and respect, healthy and unhealthy relationships, and signs of an abusive relationship
Age-specific posters
Links to national and international resources
More information
This resource is part of a suite of modules developed by the Australian Centre for Child Protection (University of South Australia) with funding from the Western Australian Department of Communities. You can view all modules via this link.
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If you are a carer
You’re in the right place! This resource is for you – you'll learn how to support children in your care to recognise and communicate consent, respect boundaries, and create safe and respectful relationships. If you’re worried about something specific, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Last reviewed by Together We Can: 07 July 2026
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