Practice guide Apr 2017
Protection through participation
Practical guidance for involving children in child-safe organisations, based on what children and young people have said themselves
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Practice guide Apr 2017
Practical guidance for involving children in child-safe organisations, based on what children and young people have said themselves
Policy and practice paper Jul 2015
A review of the research on the effectiveness of relationship education and counselling
Policy and practice paper Mar 2016
This paper reviews the evidence for the effectiveness of counselling and psychotherapy, and outlines the factors that contribute to its success
Policy and practice paper Oct 2016
Examines Australian and international research to identify key areas of support that may help young people successfully transition from care
Webinar Jul 2019
This webinar discussed young people’s experiences leaving care in Victoria and provided two examples of promising practices in New South Wales.
Webinar Apr 2020
This webinar discussed the effects of domestic and family violence on women and how practitioners can help women receive the support they need.
Webinar May 2020
This webinar explored the potential impact of COVID-19 on young care leavers, and strategies to strengthen their social and emotional wellbeing.
Short article Apr 2020
This short article discusses key considerations for involving children and young people in research, using an AIFS project as an illustrative example.
Resource sheet Aug 2022
A brief overview of child protection legislation across state and territory jurisdictions in Australia
Resource sheet Feb 2023
An overview of conceptual definitions of abusive and neglectful behaviours, and legislative definitions of "a child in need of protection"