Research report Apr 2000
Planning the first wave of the Australian Family Panel Survey
The Australian Family Panel Survey represents a major research undertaking by AIFS. This paper outlines some of the design proposals.
Research report Apr 2000
The Australian Family Panel Survey represents a major research undertaking by AIFS. This paper outlines some of the design proposals.
Family Matters article May 2010
This article is a literature review of research regarding the responses of individuals, families and communities to catastrophic events.
Research report Apr 2013
This sheet presents statistical information about trends in parents' engagement in paid work, examining mothers' and fathers' employment patterns
Family Matters article Jun 2001
Practice guide Aug 2012
Reviews parenting and home-visiting programs in general, and then focuses on the evidence for programs aimed at Indigenous families.
Family Matters article Sep 2012
This article reports on grandparents' experiences of the effects of parental separation on relationships with their grandchildren.
Family Matters article Apr 2011
This edition of Family Matters includes six papers, including the three keynote presentations, that were presented at the Institute’s (11th) conference, held in July 2010.
Family Matters article Dec 2003
Media release Dec 2015
It’s official … living alone can make some people feel lonelier and less satisfied with life, according to new research released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Facts and figures May 2018
Figures around life expectancy for older Australians, the significance of maintaining social networks, and caring for grandchildren.