Bronwyn Sheehan
Founder of the Pyjama Foundation, focused on mentoring children in out-of-home care by reading aloud and fostering early literacy; has led the organisation to train thousands of volunteers and impact many children over two decades.
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Mar 15, 2026 • 13min
Changing Australia: Bronwyn Sheehan and connecting with children in out-of-home care
Bronwyn Sheehan, founder of the Pyjama Foundation who trains volunteers to mentor children in out-of-home care. She describes starting with one toddler and how reading aloud sparked connection. She talks about trauma-informed volunteer training, the challenge of building trust through consistency, and how tailored weekly mentoring helps children catch up in reading.
