Practice guide Sep 2004
Family violence and sexual assault in Indigenous communities
Overview of the key issues and findings from recent reports and research into family violence and sexual assault in Indigenous communities.
Practice guide Sep 2004
Overview of the key issues and findings from recent reports and research into family violence and sexual assault in Indigenous communities.
Practice guide Dec 2016
Investigates the effectiveness of current mainstream, international, and Indigenous prevention programs and identifies principles of success.
Media release Aug 2018
Recent research by AIFS and the Australian National University shows that fathers' work-life balance impacts on children's mental health. While the ability of mothers to juggle work and family commitments has long been known to affect children, the survey of 2496 families shows dads’ work matters too. Dads report wanting to be there more for their children, but their work often doesn't allow them to do so.
Practice guide Sep 2014
Reviews the literature on Australian and international experiences and suggests avenues for future engagement.
Short article Apr 2018
A recent report from Women's Health Victoria brought together research and promising practice to explore the health and wellbeing of young women.
Family Matters article Jun 1996
Family Matters article Apr 1998
Practice guide Dec 2013
This resource sheet examines the links between housing quality and health outcomes and the mechanisms by which housing influences health outcomes.
Policy and practice paper Jun 2008
Explores the relationship between housing affordability, housing stress, and mental health and wellbeing.
Webinar Aug 2015
This webinar explored ways in which the implementation of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principle can be improved.