Policy and practice paper May 2016
Supported playgroups for parents and children
Defines the types of supported playgroups in operation in Australia, and assesses the evidence for their benefits for parents and children.
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.
Practice guide Apr 2016
This paper seeks to clarify what community engagement involves, and the role it can play in improving outcomes for children and families
Short article Apr 2016
This article outlines how to choose an outcomes measurement tool, and provides links to established examples for use with children and families.
Family Matters article Mar 2016
Family Matters article on parent-only care
Policy and practice paper Feb 2016
This paper defines and clarifies what trauma-informed service delivery means in the context of child and family welfare services in Australia
Webinar Feb 2016
This webinar addressed some of the challenges of implementing evidence-based programs within diverse community settings and client groups.
Policy and practice paper Dec 2015
Describes the issues relevant to understanding domestic and family violence during pregnancy and outlines implications for practice
Research report Sep 2015
Does life satisfaction improve or decline as people grow older? What happens to people's outlook as they pass through the common events of life?
Practice guide Aug 2015
A snapshot of empowerment evaluation, a model that aims to create a sense of ownership to ensure program outcomes are beneficial for participants
Practice guide Aug 2015
A snapshot of participatory action research, an approach that views the participant as an equal partner with the researcher