About Allies for Children | Founding Member Dr Robyn Miller, MacKillop Family Services
Dr Robyn Miller
Chief Executive Officer,
MacKillop Family Services
Robyn is an expert clinical practitioner in the field of sexual assault support, child protection and out of home care. Having served as the former Chief Practitioner within the Department of Human Services in Victoria, Robyn was invited as an expert consultant during the Royal Commission, providing advice in the area of child protection and out of home care.
Robyn is passionate about social justice and the rights of children and families. She has 30 years experience in community services, local government and child protection sectors, and have practised in both the public and private sectors as a therapist, clinical supervisor, consultant and lecturer.
She is a board member of Catholic Professional Standards Ltd and Catholic Social Services Australia, and Australian Catholic Safeguarding Ltd (ACSL).
Robyn holds a Bachelor of Social Science (Social Work), Graduate Diploma in Family Therapy, Masters of Family Therapy and Doctor of Philosophy – her doctoral thesis examined cultural reform in Victorian Child Protection and Family Services and the Best Interests Case Practice Model.
About MacKillop Family Services
Social justice for all families and children
MacKillop Family Services’ (MacKillop’s) history is a testament to their enduring dedication to social justice - dating back to the 1800s when the three founding congregations provided homes for marginalised children and families. Today MacKillop has grown to be a leading provider of specialist services for vulnerable children, young people, and families, promoting the right of all children to be free to enjoy their childhood in safety, to be nurtured and to have a sense of belonging and cultural identity.
MacKillop's work is underpinned by strong governance and a deep commitment to social justice; to child focused, family centered, strength-based practice; to the prevention of harm; and to practice based on research evidence.
MacKillop works across the ACT, the Northern Territory, New South Wales, Victoria, and Western Australia, delivering a range of therapeutic services, including foster care, residential care, family support, disability, education and homelessness services.
Most recently, the MacKillop Institute was established to share the experience, expertise, and evidence-based programs of MacKillop Family Services with the wider community. The Institute provides a suite of evidence-informed programs that promote school and organisational well-being and strengthen child safety practices.