Family Matters article Mar 2016
Why do families matter for our future?
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"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
"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
Family Matters article on parent-only care
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.
Family Matters article Mar 2016
This article highlights the importance of systematic reviews for research synthesis, with the strength of this approach demonstrated through the authors’ recent Cochrane review into the effectiveness of school-based programs for the prevention of child sexual abuse.
Commissioned report Apr 2016
To which extent is child care flexible enough to meet the needs of parents who work non-standard or variable hours?
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.
Research snapshot May 2016
Becoming a mother heralds a dramatic change in the lives of Australian women.
Short article May 2016
This article outlines some key considerations for using qualitative methods in program evaluation.
Short article Jul 2016
How many children are in the child protection system? How can we improve the system's response to these children and their families?
Short article Nov 2016
New reports show a lack of care for the cultural needs of many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in child protection and OOHC.