Principal Consultant
Led by Principal Consultant Jean Ford, our practice brings over 15 years of frontline and executive experience in the child protection sector.
With the majority of her career based in New South Wales, Jean offers deep, practical expertise in navigating complex child safety frameworks, including the Reportable Conduct Scheme.
As an experienced Reportable Conduct Investigator, Jean doesn’t just understand compliance — she knows how to apply it in real-world settings. Jean supports organisations to confidently meet their reporting obligations while building strong, child-safe cultures.
When you work with us, you’re not just meeting requirements — you’re strengthening your organisation, protecting your people, and putting child safety at the centre of everything you do.
Our Purpose
Kastom is committed to empowering families and organsiations by providing them with the freedom to choose services that align with their values, goals and unique needs.
Our Mission
Kastom's mission is to Rebuild - Reconnect - Restore
If we rebuild support mechanisms and reconnect children and families to Kastom and community, then we can restore children back to family.
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Our Name
Kastom (pronounced, Custom) is a traditional way that's passed down from generation to generation. Kastom is central to supporting kinship and clan ties. It is mostly not written, and only passed down through teachings and stories.
Our Logo
The logo is called a KapKap. It’s a traditional ornament worn around the head or neck to symbolise ones status in community.