CFCA produces a range of publications. These include CFCA Papers, which offer an objective exploration of how research applies to policy and practice, and are written by or in collaboration with expert researchers and service providers. CFCA Resource Sheets and Practitioner Resources are shorter papers that focus on a specific issue in depth.
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This practice paper focuses on improving cross-sectoral relationships between child protection and child and family welfare practitioners.
A glossary of common terms used within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) communities
Focusing on recent research, this paper discusses elder abuse in Australia and its prevalence, impact and associated risk factors.
An overview of online safety for parents, including useful resources and practical tips for monitoring and protecting children online
This resource explores how an understanding of abuse and neglect of children with disability can assist in establishing child-safe organisations.
An overview of community development for service providers and practitioners
This paper defines the types of supported playgroups in operation in Australia, and assesses the evidence for their benefits for parents and children
An overview of the issues involved when displaying images of children and young people online, including privacy laws, consent and safety
This paper reviews the research and current policy surrounding prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD)
An overview of the consequences of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and some principles for supporting children and families affected
The Australian Institute of Family Studies acknowledges the traditional country throughout Australia on which we gather, live, work and stand.
We acknowledge all traditional custodians, their Elders past, present and emerging, and we pay our respects to their continuing connection to their culture, community, land, sea and rivers.
