to be seen: Community Education Report and Priorities
14 November 2025
When it comes to education, what do Forgotten Australians want you to know?
In this report, you’ll read the words of 195 adults who grew up in Australia’s homes, orphanages and foster homes.
Many of them were physically and sexually abused, neglected and abandoned.
What they want most is to be understood; to be treated with dignity and respect; and
to be seen.
To request printed copies of the report or a free community education presentation at your organisation, service or community group, please email info@openplace.org.au or call (03) 9421 6162 and ask to speak to the Coordinator Community Education.