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Working Together to Care for Kids: A survey of foster and…
This short article discusses the findings from a recent national study that examined the service use and needs of foster and relative/kinship carers.
Implementation in action
The purpose of this guide is to help in the implementation of evidence-informed programs and practices in the child and family service sector.
Fathers’ work and family conflicts and the outcomes for…
This article is adapted from a presentation given at the AIFS 2018 Conference: Fathers at Work symposium.
Conflicts between work and family and fathers’ mental health
This article is adapted from a presentation given at the AIFS 2018 Conference: Fathers at Work symposium.
Elder abuse
Focusing on recent research, this paper discusses elder abuse in Australia and its prevalence, impact and associated risk factors.
Fathers and parental leave
This article looks at why only 1 in 20 Australian fathers take parental leave, as well as the benefits for both families and businesses of shared parental leave.
Young people transitioning from out-of-home care: What do…
This short article summarises key messages from recent public inquiries about supporting young people leaving out-of-home care.
Assisting families with ageing-related relationship issues
This discussion article explores Relationship Australia's service response to the ageing of Australia's population.
Support needs of siblings of children with disability
This short article discusses key findings of a project that identified experiences and needs of siblings of children and young people with disability.