ISPCAN .... how and why do we hear the voices of children and young people?

Sue Foley

The Children's Court Clinic. The SCHN, Sydney NSW

Sue Foley is a senior clinical and forensic social worker with more than 40 years experience in various organisations and practices within the wide domain of care and protection. She has mental health, forensic and therapeutic skills and is committed to social justice, respect for persons and development of the capacity and competence of all aspect of the  care and protection system. She is currently the Director the Children's Court Clinic of NSW Australia, and has special interest in professional accountability, education, and all aspects of child abuse and neglect. She has published in the areas of factitious illness by proxy (and treated), sexual abuse, non-accidental injury, group work and supervision of professionals. Sue has post-graduate qualifications in Social Work, child development, education and is a member of the Council of ISPCAN (2010 - present). Sue believes we can all make a significant difference for children and families.