About Foster and Kin Connect
Foster and kin connect is a newsletter for DCJ and agency foster, kinship and relative carers in NSW and for anyone considering becoming foster carers.
Published every two months, the newsletter features updates from the Minister for Families and Communities, carers and childcare experts sharing their knowledge and information on the latest carer resources and training.

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Previous editions
Missed an edition or want to catch up? Previous editions of Foster and Kin Connect can be found below.
Edition | Published | Title |
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5 | February, 2025 | eSafety and managing devices |
Edition | Published | Title |
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1 | April, 2024 | Welcome to Foster and Kin Connect |
2 | June, 2024 | Welcoming a child into your home |
3 | September, 2024 | The unique challenge of caring for infants |
4 | November, 2024 | Saying goodbye when a placement ends |
Holiday special | December, 2024 | Wishing you a happy holiday season |
Get in touch
Have a great story to tell or want to share your experience as a carer? Is there more you'd like to hear about from DCJ or the Minister for Families and Communities?
You can email the Foster and Kin Connect team at fosterandkin@dcj.nsw.gov.au.