Strengthening the Care for Vulnerable Children and Families
Strengthening the Care for Vulnerable Children and Families Challenge Across the Northern Territory, there was no consistent or culturally aligned approach to kinship care assessment and support. This created variability in practice, and highlighted the need for a more structured, culturally responsive framework that could better support children, families and carers. Importantly, there was a […]
Reinvigorating Inclusion Through Co-Design
Reinvigorating Inclusion Through Co-Design Challenge Like all Victorian councils, Wellington Shire Council is required to maintain a Disability Action Plan (DAP) to guide inclusive practice and meet legislative obligations. Over time, the previous plan had reached its conclusion, and engagement with the disability community had naturally reduced. This created a clear need to re-establish meaningful […]
Strengthening Aged Care Where It Matters Most
Strengthening Aged Care Where It Matters Most Challenge Victorian public sector residential aged care services (PSRACs) play a critical role within local health systems, particularly in rural and regional communities. Many have evolved over time as part of broader health services and continue to operate as small, community-based facilities or specialist services supporting cohorts with […]
Gender Equality and Social Awareness
Gender Equality and Social Awareness How KF Consulting Turned Community into Classrooms for Girls in Afghanistan Six months ago, this began with a feeling many of us recognise, but few know how to respond to. Challenge As the situation for girls and women in Afghanistan continued to deteriorate, that helplessness shifted quickly to anger. Then […]
Local Government taking a ‘pulse check’ on its role within the early years system
Local Government taking a ‘pulse check’ on its role within the early years system Challenge The City of Monash was seeking a clear, evidence-informed understanding of the current role and performance of its Brine Street Early Learning Centre (ELC). This work was occurring in a context of significant sector reform, increasing demand, workforce constraints and […]
Building Regional Leadership Capability Across Gippsland
Building Regional Leadership Capability Across Gippsland Challenge The Gippsland Community Leadership Program required experienced facilitation and strategic input to strengthen leadership capability across a diverse cohort of emerging community leaders. Participants needed a safe, inclusive environment where they could engage in complex conversations, challenge assumptions and build applied leadership skills. Action KF Consulting facilitated the program, delivering […]
Shaping the Future: Wodonga Youth Strategy 2026–2029
Shaping the Future: Wodonga Youth Strategy 2026–2029 Challenge Wodonga City Council required a contemporary Youth Strategy grounded in evidence, youth voice and a realistic understanding of Council’s role within a complex youth service ecosystem. Rising demand, transport barriers, increasing mental health pressures and the need for stronger youth participation required a clear, place-based strategic response. […]
Strengthening Victoria’s Largest Maternal and Child Health Service
Strengthening Victoria’s Largest Maternal and Child Health Service Challenge One of Victoria’s largest and most complex Maternal and Child Health services was experiencing significant workforce pressure, rising demand and increasing expectations around quality, reform alignment and service accessibility. Executive leadership required a clear, evidence-informed workforce strategy to ensure sustainability and long-term service excellence. Action KF Consulting undertook a comprehensive […]