Senator the Hon. Dr Jess Walsh
Minister for Early Childhood Education
Department of Education
Senator Jess Walsh is Australia’s Minister for Early Childhood Education and a proud Labor representative for Victoria. A former researcher, campaigner, and union leader with the United Workers Union, she is dedicated to building respect, inclusion, and secure jobs for all Australians. Holding a Master’s from the University of Southern California and a PhD from the University of Melbourne, Jess works to deliver reforms that strengthen safety, quality, and trust in ECEC.
SESSIONS
Day 1
9:10
Minister Address: Embedding safety & quality in the next phase of ECEC reform
With the new 7 days to 24-hour notification rule for abuse allegations coming into effect from 1 September 2025, what more can be done to truly protect children?
Understand how the Government’s reforms aim to restore public trust while improving consistency, compliance and care outcomes
Jess Walsh, Minister for Early Childhood Education, Department of Education, Australian Government