Short article Jul 2018
Young people involved in child protection and youth justice systems
We compiled recent resources and short articles that explore the intersection between the child protection and youth justice systems in Australia.
Short article Jul 2018
We compiled recent resources and short articles that explore the intersection between the child protection and youth justice systems in Australia.
Webinar Jul 2018
This webinar outlined recent initiatives that promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership and self-determination in child protection.
Facts and figures May 2018
Figures around life expectancy for older Australians, the significance of maintaining social networks, and caring for grandchildren.
Facts and figures May 2018
The latest facts and figures about Australia's population and types of households.
Short article May 2018
The Family Matters Report 2017 highlights that rates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in care have worsened over the last 10 years.
Short article Apr 2018
The National Workforce Centre for Child Mental Health builds workforce capacity to support children at risk of mental health conditions.
Short article Mar 2018
Recent research suggests that parents whose children have been placed into out-of-home care should be more meaningfully included in their lives.
Media release Jan 2018
Abuse of older people is a complex and sometimes hidden problem in Australia. To help build on the growing body of knowledge on the issue, the Elder Abuse National Research Project is currently underway, led by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).
Short article Oct 2017
We need to collect better data to improve our understanding of how vulnerable children in need become offenders, writes Dr Kath McFarlane.
Short article Sep 2017
Young people leaving care have specific needs and are at greater risk of contact with the justice system.