Media release Jul 2016
Separated parents and the family law system : what does the evidence say?
Talk of reforming the Family Court and family law system is back in the headlines, but we need to ensure we look at the empirical evidence.
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Media release Jul 2016
Talk of reforming the Family Court and family law system is back in the headlines, but we need to ensure we look at the empirical evidence.
Media release Jun 2016
Levels of risky drinking among Australian parents is a strong factor influencing their teenage children to try alcohol, according to a new study by the Australian Institute of Family Studies.
Media release Oct 2015
An evaluation of the 2012 Family Law Act amendments that were designed to improve responses to family violence and child abuse has found the changes are "a step in the right direction".
Webinar Jul 2015
This webinar described notable developments and initiatives taking place internationally in the area of child legal representation.
Family Matters article Jun 2015
New measures to combat forced marriages
Resource sheet Apr 2015
An overview of the issues involved when displaying images of children and young people online, including privacy laws, consent and safety
Policy and practice paper Sep 2014
This paper aims to provide non-legal professionals in the family law sector with a general outline of the relevant reforms
Submission Jun 2014
Submission based on two studies relevant to terms of reference of current Inquiry into Child Support.
Family Matters article Dec 2013
Research report Nov 2013
This research report investigates whether children in regional areas experience a "tyranny of distance" or a "tyranny of disadvantage".