Short article Apr 2020
Powers of attorney and financial abuse of older people in Australia
We describe powers of attorney arrangements, how these arrangements may protect older people from financial abuse, and acknowledge the risks of abuse.
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Short article Apr 2020
We describe powers of attorney arrangements, how these arrangements may protect older people from financial abuse, and acknowledge the risks of abuse.
Media release Aug 2020
More working mums, a marginally narrowing gender pay gap, and increased household wealth are just a few of the economic shifts people in Australia have lived through over the last 40 years, according to new research released by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).
Commissioned report Aug 2017
Six in ten Australian 14-15 year-olds know what career they would like to have in the future but the jobs that boys aspire to are different to girls.
Family Matters article Nov 2016
Describes the importance of new legislation passed in Victoria in February 2016.
Submission Jul 2014
Considering two programs where there are implications that relate to current adoption practice.
Submission Jul 2015
Any policy change or practice enhancements must reflect the best interests of the child.
Commissioned report Apr 2021
This resource gives an overview of forced adoption, describing how the experience may affect an individual and the way in which they use your service.
Research report Jun 2021
This report looks at families' participation in employment and experiences of work-family balance using the second survey of the Families in Australia
Family Matters article Oct 2014
This article explores the concept of choice among mothers who voluntarily relinquish their child for adoption.
Family Matters article Oct 2009
Family Matters article on economic instability and children's development