Short article Apr 2020
Children and young people participating in research
This short article discusses key considerations for involving children and young people in research, using an AIFS project as an illustrative example.
Short article Apr 2020
This short article discusses key considerations for involving children and young people in research, using an AIFS project as an illustrative example.
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.
Short article May 2020
This short article describes how understanding brain development can help inform approaches to working with children affected by trauma.
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
Resource sheet May 2021
Information for practitioners and researchers on age of consent legislation in Australia
Resource sheet Jan 2024
This resource sheet provides an overview of screening checks for people who engage with vulnerable groups such as children in employment or volunteer activities in Australia.
Resource sheet Apr 2023
A list of national and state/territory helplines and telephone counselling services for children, young people and parents
Research programs
Growing Up in Australia: The Longitudinal Study of Australian Children (LSAC) is a major study following the development of 10,000 children and families from all parts of Australia. The study commenced in 2004.
Research programs
Examining the nature of elder abuse and its prevalence in the Australian population
Media release Nov 2019
A national study of 16-17 year-olds has found that having even one good friend can make all the difference when it comes to adolescents’ resilience.