Family Matters article Mar 2016
Why do families matter for our future?
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"Why are families important?" This article reflects on some of AIFS recent learnings about families to inform investment in future policy directions.
Family Matters article Mar 2016
"Why are families important?" This article reflects on some of AIFS recent learnings about families to inform investment in future policy directions.
Policy and practice paper May 2015
A review of the literature on Indigenous community-managed programs and organisations, with a focus on what works in these initiatives.
Family Matters article Mar 2016
This article summarises a recent research study into the use and effectiveness of “Child Protection Income Management” in the Northern Territory.
Short article Oct 2016
What are some solutions to providing accessible services for people with disabilities living in rural and remote areas of Australia?
Family Matters article Oct 2014
This article summarises the key findings from the AIFS study into the role, use and efficacy of Independent Children's Lawyers.
Family Matters article May 2018
To celebrate this 100th issue of Family Matters, former leaders of the Australian Institute of Family Studies reflect on some of the most ground breaking work the Institute has undertaken and reveal their ideas of what important issues are emerging for families now and in the future.
Short article Oct 2016
Nadine Liddy discusses how the National Youth Settlement Framework supports services to respond more effectively to the needs of young people.
Practice guide Aug 2016
Outlines ways in which practitioners can support healing and recovery in families affected by parental mental illness
Practice guide Dec 2014
An overview of the consequences of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders and some principles for supporting children and families affected
Policy and practice paper May 2016
Defines the types of supported playgroups in operation in Australia, and assesses the evidence for their benefits for parents and children.