Resource sheet Aug 2023
Mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect
Information about who is required by law to report suspected child abuse and neglect to government child protection authorities
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Resource sheet Aug 2023
Information about who is required by law to report suspected child abuse and neglect to government child protection authorities
Resource sheet Aug 2023
Information on how to report suspected child abuse and neglect, including key contacts in each state and territory.
Journal article Mar 2023
This research highlights potential links between parental alcohol consumption and parenting practices around alcohol and adolescent alcohol use and experience of related harms.
Resource sheet Feb 2023
An overview of conceptual definitions of abusive and neglectful behaviours, and legislative definitions of "a child in need of protection"
Media release Nov 2022
The Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) has released the latest report from the landmark Ten to Men research series. The report, Illicit Substance use among adult males in Australia, 2013/14-2020/21, paints a detailed picture of drug usage in Australia, in particular identifying key trends in use and harm.
Insights Report Nov 2022
This chapter details the use of illegal substances among Australian males aged 18-57 and investigates the changes in drug use among them over time.
Webinar Oct 2022
This webinar will explore practice contexts, particularly focusing on infant observations and relationship-based conversations that support parents and infants to make meaning and heal.
Webinar Sep 2022
This webinar shares researcher, practitioner and service user insights about supporting young parents with a care experience.
Short article Sep 2022
Explains why adult mental health clients might not disclose their sexual abuse histories and summarises strategies to assist with effective enquiry.
Resource sheet Aug 2022
A brief overview of child protection legislation across state and territory jurisdictions in Australia