Research snapshot May 2016
Mothers still do the lion's share of housework
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Becoming a mother heralds a dramatic change in the lives of Australian women.
Research snapshot May 2016
Becoming a mother heralds a dramatic change in the lives of Australian women.
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.
Short article Jul 2016
Recent research has shown that postnatal mental health problems can be reduced through participation in the WWWT! program.
Practice guide Aug 2016
Outlines ways in which practitioners can support healing and recovery in families affected by parental mental illness
Research snapshot Sep 2016
Children raised in same-sex parented families progress emotionally, socially and educationally at the same rate as other children.
Family Matters article Nov 2016
This article provides an overview of the prevalence and nature of elder abuse in Australia.
Submission Apr 2017
A submission based on relevant datasets from two research programs conducted by AIFS.
Practice guide Apr 2017
Practical guidance for involving children in child-safe organisations, based on what children and young people have said themselves
Commissioned report Apr 2017
This fact sheet is based on findings from the Domestic and family violence and parenting: Mixed method insights into impact and support needs project.
Commissioned report Apr 2017
This fact sheet examines the impact of domestic and family violence on parenting and child development.