Short article Jun 2018
Maintaining the mental health of child protection practitioners
We highlight some of the key findings of a recent report that examined the mental health of child protection practitioners in Victoria.
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Short article Jun 2018
We highlight some of the key findings of a recent report that examined the mental health of child protection practitioners in Victoria.
Short article Aug 2018
This short article discusses promising practices to help support contact between carers and birth families for children in permanent care.
Short article Oct 2018
We provide an overview of the national diagnostic tool and a guide to its use for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
Short article Oct 2018
Recent research conducted by AIFS highlights the importance of incorporating child-inclusive practices in the family law system.
Resource sheet Apr 2018
An overview of online safety for parents, including useful resources and practical tips for monitoring and protecting children online
Resource sheet Jun 2016
Outlines the different approaches and instruments used to assess whether children are at risk of maltreatment
Resource sheet Jan 2017
This page contains web resources that relate to bullying.
Media release Nov 2016
Australia’s family law system must continue to address a growing need for family violence screening among troubled families, according to the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Media release Nov 2018
Adolescents with a strong peer group and close friends are less likely to be victims of bullying, according to new research by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Practice guide May 2013
Information about applying motivational interviewing techniques to support parents to enhance the safety and wellbeing of their children