{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66d3f62ed4bfadabd6a901c4/68b562ca75e437e223af4812?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Changing the Story for Kids","description":"<p><strong>In this powerful episode, Mel sits down with Andrea Senior, a seasoned Youth and Family Director whose career has been defined by unwavering commitment to family preservation and community empowerment. With decades of experience spanning child protective services, strategic leadership, and non-profit advocacy, Andrea shares the pivotal moments that shaped her path and the values that continue to guide her work.</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>From navigating the complexities of frontline service to leading with vision in non-government spaces, Andrea offers a candid look at what it means to build systems of care that truly centre families. Whether you're in the sector or simply passionate about social change, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and the quiet power of showing up.</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Tune in to hear:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>How Andrea’s early experiences informed her leadership style</strong></li><li><strong>The challenges and triumphs of working in child protection</strong></li><li><strong>Why strategic leadership in youth and family services demands both heart and grit</strong></li><li><strong>Her vision for a more compassionate, community-led future</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-senior/?originalSubdomain=au\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>(31) Andrea Senior | LinkedIn</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>On behalf of the Hair Therapist we acknowledge the Turrbal and Jagera people, the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast is produced.</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>The topics in this podcast are of general nature, we are not licensed professionals, so if any of the content brings up anything for you, please turn it off and reach out for support:</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://www.lifeline.org.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 - Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention.</strong></a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.13yarn.org.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>13YARN - Call 13 92 76 | 24 /7 Crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders</strong></a><strong> </strong></p><p><a href=\"https://www.1800respect.org.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Home | 1800RESPECT</strong></a><strong> National Domestic and Sexual Violence Counselling Service</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://kidshelpline.com.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Kids Helpline | Phone Counselling Service | 1800 55 1800</strong></a></p><p><a href=\"https://askizzy.org.au/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Ask Izzy</strong></a><strong> Search over 450,000 support services</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>CREDITS:</strong></p><p><strong>Host: Melissa Alsemgeest</strong></p><p><strong>Guest: Andrea Senior</strong></p><p><strong>Editor: Robert Alsemgeest</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>GET IN TOUCH:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://linktr.ee/InfectiousBehaviour\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://linktr.ee/InfectiousBehaviour</strong></a></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Melissa Alsemgeest"}