Family Matters article Mar 2016
Why do families matter for our future?
"Why are families important?" This article reflects on some of AIFS recent learnings about families to inform investment in future policy directions.
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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.
Media release Sep 2021
Of the 3.5 million people1 who accessed superannuation through the Federal Government's early release program last year, most reported using the money as the scheme had intended – to assist their family with the financial impacts of COVID – according to a new report from the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).
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
Policy and practice paper Feb 2015
A broad overview of some of the key issues identified in the growing literature on paternal mental illness
Family Matters article Oct 2009
This paper begins with information on the rates of unemployment and long-term unemployment since 1980 to the present day, and points out that several demographic changes mean this economic downturn will be different for families than in previous years.
Family Matters article Oct 2009
Family Matters article on economic instability and children's development
Family Matters article Oct 2009
Family Matters article on financial disadvantage and children's school readiness
Family Matters article Oct 2009
This paper examines some of the key factors contributing to poor employment outcomes for young people leaving state out-of-home care, including traumatic pre-care experiences, poor in-care experiences, and lack of ongoing assistance on leaving care in regards to housing, education and other social and personal supports.
Research report Nov 2016
Examines the views of Australians about the obligations of parents and their adult children concerning financial and accommodation support.
Research report May 2018
This Research Report focuses on the factors associated with successful transitions from out-of-home care.