Submission Nov 2013
Separated families and access to the family law system
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A focus on access to justice for separated families when parents dispute arrangements for children.
Submission Nov 2013
A focus on access to justice for separated families when parents dispute arrangements for children.
Practice guide Dec 2006
This paper summarises the international and national literature that exists on sexual assault services.
Practice guide Mar 2008
This paper provides a review of contemporary research on the sexual assault of sex workers in Australia.
Practice guide Sep 2008
This paper provides clear directions for future research and practice in responding to and preventing sexual assault among adults with a disability.
Practice guide Feb 2011
Designed to "debunk" the technical language associated with legislation, so those without a legal background can make sense of sexual assault laws
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.
Practice guide Mar 2012
Provides an overview of GLBTIQ communities, and explores the key differences, debates and complexities around gender identity
Practice guide Jun 2006
Paper on sex offender treatment programs examines how theoretical explanations of sexual violence have shaped intervention and community responses.
Family Matters article Aug 2011
Family Matters article Jun 2008
Recent reforms to the family law and Child Support Scheme systems in Australia emphasise the importance of shared parental responsibility after separation and the best interests of the child, and stress the key themes of: joint financial responsibility; substantial child contact with each parent where possible; shared decision-making by parents; and, assistance to reduce conflict and improve communication between separated parents.