Research snapshot May 2019
Fathers and work: A statistical overview
This article shows that while mothers’ work circumstances change considerably after having a child, fathers’ tend to change very little.
Research snapshot May 2019
This article shows that while mothers’ work circumstances change considerably after having a child, fathers’ tend to change very little.
Research report Oct 2015
The key goal of the research is to examine the extent to which the aims of the 2012 family violence amendments are being realised.
Research programs
AIFS has an extensive research program on families and violence
Webinar Jan 2024
This webinar discusses technology-facilitated coercive control, what it looks like in practice and strategies for working with victim-survivors.
Short article Feb 2023
This short article discusses supported decision making for children with disability and the evidence about using this approach for practice.
Submission Feb 2023
Submission focusing on the experience of poverty and financial disadvantage in Australia.
Webinar Apr 2023
This webinar will discuss online and digital methods to support the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
Short article Apr 2023
Presents challenges and strategies for practitioners working from home remotely supporting individuals experiencing family and domestic violence.
Practice guide May 2023
This practice guide describes the evidence on reproductive coercion and abuse (RCA).
Short article Aug 2022
Done well, co-design in child protection and out-of-home care research can bring new insights, improving professional knowledge, resources and service design.