Evidence to inform policy and practice supporting families

After 3 inspiring days of conversation, connection and learning, AIFS Conference 2026 has come to a close. Thank you to our delegates, presenters, sponsors and partners for making the event a success. Explore the highlights and visit again soon for selected presentation slides and resources.

Proceedings from the Healthy Masculinities Roundtable, where AIFS, senior Australian Government officials and academic experts met at to progress a shared, evidence-informed approach to healthy masculinities across Commonwealth policy.

New research from the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) reveals how housing affordability, financial stress and family support are shaping the lives of young Australians, with around 85% worried about being able to afford to buy a home and 63% living with their parents.

Designed for early-career practitioners this online training provides tools, knowledge, and resources to support better outcomes for families by adopting neurodiversity affirming approaches to practice.