Policy and practice paper Jul 2014
International approaches to child protection
Offers a broad overview of some of the main approaches to child protection used internationally, including Canada, Sweden, Belgium and the Gaza Strip.
Policy and practice paper Jul 2014
Offers a broad overview of some of the main approaches to child protection used internationally, including Canada, Sweden, Belgium and the Gaza Strip.
Webinar Mar 2018
This webinar explored the implications of recent research on women's and children’s experiences of family violence and inter-parental conflict.
Webinar Sep 2018
This webinar discussed recent research on young people’s experiences of the family law system and its implications for child-inclusive practice.
Short article Jan 2017
Recent research from the UK highlights the factors that influence the likelihood of a child re-entering the child protection system.
Short article Jun 2017
In the context of rising housing costs and financial stress, parental separation in low-income families can trigger greater risk of homelessness.
Short article Sep 2017
Young people leaving care have specific needs and are at greater risk of contact with the justice system.
Short article Apr 2018
VicHealth has recently released a practical guide on how individuals and organisations working on gender equality initiatives can manage resistance.
Short article Sep 2018
A new study exploring the meaning of home for children and young people after separation aims to inform living arrangements that work for them.
Media release May 2016
New guidelines released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies will strengthen clinical support for survivors of sexual assault who may drink or use drugs to cope with their experience.
Family Matters article Mar 2016
This article explores mothers' experiences with the child support scheme in Australia, highlighting how interactions with the Department of Human Services-Child Support (DHS-CS) agency can facilitate or undermine the receipt of child support.