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.
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.
Research snapshot Jun 2023
This snapshot presents findings from the evaluation of the Child Care Package that relate to experiences of vulnerable families.
Journal article Sep 2022
Findings from this study demonstrate the importance of emotional/instrumental support and informational support for the medium and long-term mental health of humanitarian migrants.
Short article Jul 2022
This short article presents a summary of the research on the mental health and help-seeking behaviours of refugees and what works to support them.
Research snapshot Jun 2023
The focus of this snapshot is families’ understanding and experiences of access to the Child Care Subsidy.
Journal article Jul 2023
This article investigates the social factors that affect refugees’ mental health.
Research report Jun 2021
This report looks at families' experiences of child care, and includes reports on how use was affected by COVID-related restrictions.
Webinar Aug 2023
This webinar will explore recent LSAC research that found childhood prosocial behaviours are associated with positive adolescent mental health.
Family Matters article Oct 2014
This article explores the concept of choice among mothers who voluntarily relinquish their child for adoption.