OUR IMPACT
Measured in lives protected. Systems challenged. Futures changed.
OUR IMPACT
Measurable protection, accountable systems, and lasting change for children and families.
1000’s of children assited
20+ years of medico-legal and forensic experience
National reach – Courts, Systems and Community
FORENSIC AND MEDICO-LEGAL
When evidence becomes protection
- Forensic medical examinations in cases of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, torture and human trafficking
- Medico-legal documentation meeting evidentiary standards for court
- Clinical assessments focused on the child’s safety, dignity and justice
Every examination represents a child whose experience is formally recognised when silence could have prevailed.
“What was expected to be a traumatic experience for my nine-year-old was managed with such care that it became unexpectedly reassuring for her.”
“After my nine-year-old disclosed sexual abuse, we were sent from pillar to post seeking help. By the time we reached the ICPU, we were exhausted and disillusioned with the system. Christina treated my daughter with dignity, explained every step of the examination, and for the first time she felt believed and supported. That support gave her the courage to testify and face her fears and the perpetrator.”
LEGAL & COURTROOM
When expert evidence determines outcomes
- Expert testimony and medico-legal opinion in high-profile child abuse and child murder cases
- Contribution to long-term sentences, including high-profile cases
- Independent clinical analysis supporting prosecutorial and judicial decision-making
In complex cases, credible expert evidence often determines whether justice is possible at all.
“As a prosecutor, I am often faced with cases involving severe harm to children, including fatal outcomes.”
“From the numerous cases in which Christina, through the ICPU, has testified, it is evident that her knowledge, objectivity, and professional integrity provide invaluable support to the courts and the justice system. Her expert testimony is consistently clear, structured, and accessible to those without medical training. She demonstrates a readiness to assist in complex matters where guilt or innocence may be difficult to determine, bringing clarity to conflicting evidence through her forensic and medical expertise. Her combined legal and child protection knowledge ensures a balanced, objective contribution in every case in which she is involved.”
SYSTEM OVERSIGHT & ACCOUNTABILITY
Fixing failures, not managing symptoms
- Case reviews of systemic child protection failures
- Institutional compliance reviews involving allegations of abuse or exploitation
- Medico-legal reporting to the National Prosecuting Authority
- Independent assessments in parental alienation and high-conflict matters
Accountability within systems is essential to prevent repeated harm to children already failed once.
"I was wrongly accused of abusing my child by the child's mother. Thanks to the ICPU, whose professional and objective review of the case was invaluable, I was able to restore my relationship and rebuild the lost years with my child."
"The mother of my 2-year-old son wrongly accused me of abusing him and kept him from me for four years. I tried everything—police, social services, even the Children’s Court—but nothing worked. I spent thousands on lawyers, and just when it seemed like we were making progress, more false allegations would come up.
Out of desperation, I turned to the ICPU. Their specialist team looked at my case for free and found serious mistakes in the system that had kept me from my son. They guided me, gave advice, and stayed in touch the whole way.
After about a month, I got contact with my son back, a parenting plan was set up, and now I have regular visits and shared custody. I finally feel like I’m really a part of his life again."
PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE & TRAINING
Strengthening the system from within
- Medico-legal and Child Protection guidance to professionals working within child protection systems
- Training development and presentation for magistrates, lawyers, social workers, doctors and nurses
- Child abuse awareness training for schools, churches and community organisations
Education converts passion into competence — and competence into protection.
"As a recently admitted Advocate, I had the privilege of attending one of Christina's training sessions for a group of Magistrates, Prosecutors, and other Lawyers on interpreting medical evidence in child sexual abuse cases. Today, as a Magistrate myself, I find that her clear and engaging training has made me much more confident and effective in my work."
"When I was a recently admitted Advocate, I had the privilege of attending one of Christina’s training sessions. The course was designed for Magistrates, Prosecutors, and other Lawyers, and focused on the interpretation of medical evidence in child sexual abuse cases. I remember being impressed by how she made such complex medical information understandable, and how she explained it in a way that was practical and directly applicable to our work in court.
Her training wasn’t just theoretical—it was engaging, with real examples and clear guidance that helped me understand the nuances of medical evidence and how it can impact legal decisions. I left the session feeling more confident and better equipped to handle these sensitive cases.
Now, years later, I am a Magistrate myself, and I can honestly say that the knowledge and insights I gained from Christina’s training have made a real difference in my work. I am able to evaluate evidence more critically, ask the right questions, and make decisions with greater clarity and confidence. Her teaching has had a lasting impact on my professional growth, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have learned from her."
GOVERNANCE, DONOR & INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
Protecting children by strengthening organisations
- Institutional and financial compliance reviews for non-profit organisations
- Independent reviews for funders and donors supporting child-focused initiatives
- Advisory support to institutions facing allegations of abuse or governance failures
- Case reviews for national institutions, including sport and youth bodies
Strong governance is a child protection tool — not an administrative burden.
"As part of my company’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiatives, I allocated substantial annual funding to various nonprofit organizations. In 2025, it came to my attention that one of the beneficiary organizations was non-compliant with regulatory and governance requirements, and that a portion of the allocated funds had been improperly utilized. This highlighted significant risks in our funding oversight and prompted a thorough review of our CSI processes."
"Given that the organization receiving the funds was a nonprofit with distinct legal requirements for financial compliance, I approached the ICPU for assistance. The ICPU team conducted a comprehensive case review, investigated allegations of misappropriation, and uncovered serious institutional non-compliance as well as instances of child abuse within the organization. Following their findings, the ICPU took proactive steps to safeguard the children within the institution, ensuring both accountability and child protection."
COMMUNITY & PREVENTION
Protection that lasts beyond intervention
- Community involvement in developing places of safety, foster care and adoption services
- Vetting facilitation for childcare workers, foster parents, educators and caregivers
- Networking and coordination of child and family organisations at community level
Sustainable protection begins long before crisis intervention is needed.
"In my effort to adopt my daughter, whom I had fostered for five years, I encountered a broken, cruel, and abusive child protection system. The process almost cost us our child, if it weren’t for the timely intervention of the ICPU."
"We are beyond grateful for the support and guidance we received from the Independent Child Protection Unit in our ordeal with our 5-year-old daughter. Their expertise and compassion were invaluable as we navigated a system that often seemed designed to fail the very children it's meant to protect. When we felt lost and helpless, they provided crucial advice, connected us with the right people, and advocated tirelessly on our daughter's behalf. Their dedication to every child, no matter the circumstances, is truly remarkable. Without their intervention, our little girl's future might have been very different. They didn't just see a statistic; they saw a child worthy of love, care, and protection. We're forever thankful for their work and commitment to safeguarding the rights and well-being of children like ours."
Our impact is measured not only in cases handled, but in harm prevented, systems strengthened, and futures protected.
We partner with funders committed to accountable, evidence-based child protection.