The Homeward Project
A home for every child. A community for every carer.
Welcome to The Homeward Project
The Homeward Project is a movement committed to seeing better outcomes for kids and families with an experience of the child protection system in Australia. We inspire & equip individuals and churches to find the unique role they can play within the Out-of-Home Care space.
Out-of-Home Care & the Church
Growing in awareness for meaningful service of children and families in your community
A video series to help you explore the significant role the local church can play in actively loving and serving children and families involved in the Out-of-Home Care space. It includes a four-part video series and Leaders Guide.
Foster Care: First Steps
Explore your potential next steps towards Foster Care.
Curious about Foster Care? This course will deepen your understanding of a faith-based, holistic approach to Foster Care and help you consider your readiness to pursue it.
Wrap-around Teams
Building holistic support systems for care families.
This resource will equip a carer’s ‘team’ with both greater understanding and practical plans to do the journey together. It includes a three-part video series, Facilitator Guide and Participant Booklet.
Trauma-informed Training
A trauma-informed approach to kids & youth ministry.
Equip your kids and youth teams with understanding and strategies to create safe spaces for all children and young people, especially those from hard places.
More Resources
Resources to equip you and your church to make a difference in the Out-of-Home Care space
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The Homeward Project: Church Discovery Guide
CourseThe local Church can help to transform Out-of-Home Care in your community. This guide shows you how.
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Info Session Kit
CourseA Homeward Project Info Session is for everyone to find the role they can play in serving children and families in the Out-of-Home Care space in your local community. This kit includes everything you need to host an Info Session for your church.
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Childrens Ministry Lesson
CourseA one-Sunday lesson for your children's ministry program exploring the theme "We are all God's family." Includes a Leader's Guide, Bible story and memory verse videos, small group discussion, and activities for preschool or school age.