Short article Sep 2020
Support during COVID-19 survey: What you told us
This short article summarises the findings from our Child, family and community welfare survey: Support during COVID-19.
Short article Sep 2020
This short article summarises the findings from our Child, family and community welfare survey: Support during COVID-19.
Webinar Jun 2019
This webinar outlined key concepts and practical steps for implementing evidence-informed programs and practices in child and family services.
Short article May 2019
This article looks at why only 1 in 20 Australian fathers take parental leave, as well as the benefits for both families and businesses of shared parental leave.
Webinar May 2019
This webinar demonstrated how a needs assessment can inform program planning, as well as contribute to community building outcomes.
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.
Webinar May 2018
This webinar outlined emerging evidence on the impact of early adversity on children’s development and discussed implications for practice.
Media release Apr 2018
Around 80,000 Australian families now have a stay-at-home dad at the helm, according to research released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Short article Feb 2018
We highlight some of the changing trends in workforce participation and home ownership that impact on Australia’s wellbeing.
Short article Jan 2018
This article responds to some common questions about the Communities for Children Facilitating Partners evidence-based requirement.
Webinar Nov 2017
This webinar presented an overview of collective impact with a focus on leadership and governance, community engagement, and evaluation.