Research snapshot May 2019
Fathers and work: A statistical overview
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This article shows that while mothers’ work circumstances change considerably after having a child, fathers’ tend to change very little.
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Research snapshot May 2019
This article shows that while mothers’ work circumstances change considerably after having a child, fathers’ tend to change very little.
Short article Jul 2019
This short article discusses the findings from a recent national study that examined the service use and needs of foster and relative/kinship carers.
Webinar Sep 2019
This webinar discussed new research on ways to communicate with parents to improve children’s development and wellbeing.
Short article Dec 2019
This short article describes Playgroup Queensland’s pilot to provide an opportunity for aged care residents to engage in a weekly playgroup.
Policy and practice paper Jan 2020
A snapshot of the rates of involvement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in child protection and out-of-home care during 2016–2017
Policy and practice paper Feb 2020
This practice paper focuses on improving cross-sectoral relationships between child protection and child and family welfare practitioners.
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.
Webinar Jun 2020
A Families in Focus webinar. This webinar discussed SNAICC’s work in policy development and advocacy to help more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children.
Media release May 2020
A new survey from the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) is calling on every Australian to share the experience of COVID-19 for them and their family as we look forward towards recovery.
Webinar Jun 2020
A Families in Focus webinar. This webinar discussed how New Zealand's Child and Youth Wellbeing Strategy’s framework can guide government policy and service responses for children.