Short article Jun 2017
Practitioners on evidence: Karen Field
Drummond Street Services' CEO Karen Field reflects upon the use of evidence in her work and the work of the sector.
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Short article Jun 2017
Drummond Street Services' CEO Karen Field reflects upon the use of evidence in her work and the work of the sector.
Short article Jun 2017
The Smith Family’s Wendy Field discusses the tensions between implementing evidence-based programs and responding to local and complex needs.
Short article Jul 2017
Zoe Upson discusses how Amity Health supports its staff to deliver and evaluate community programs, despite not having a dedicated research team.
Short article Feb 2018
Recent research suggests that more young adults engage in sexting than teenagers and those who sext regard it more positively than those who don't.
Media release Dec 2017
Just under half of all Australian children aged 9-16 years old have viewed pornography, with potentially negative impacts on their attitudes to sex, sexuality and relationships, according to a discussion paper released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Practice guide Sep 2010
This sheet will provide program practitioners and providers with a range of resources relating to conducting program or practice evaluation.
Practice guide Nov 2009
This paper outlines different evaluation types, identifies the key elements to developing a rigorous evaluation and highlights possible limitations.
Practice guide Nov 2013
Dr Rachel Carson outlines how going through the ethics application process and receiving ethical clearance provides welcome reassurance.
Practice guide Dec 2013
Margaret Cargo and Lisa Warner discuss the "realist" approach used to evaluate the Aboriginal Parental Engagement Program (APEP).
Practice guide Nov 2013
A brief overview of the role of evaluation and innovation in the context of family support services