Research programs
Child Family Community Australia
An information exchange for practitioners, policy-makers and service providers working with children, families and communities.
Research programs
An information exchange for practitioners, policy-makers and service providers working with children, families and communities.
Media release Jun 2019
The often incompatible demands of work and family life typically have been viewed as a burden for mothers. However new research shows it is also affecting fathers.
Media release Sep 2020
Despite making up more than three quarters of deaths by suicide in Australia, a quarter of men say they would not seek help from anyone for mental health concerns, according to research released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS).
Policy and practice paper Jul 2015
A review of the research on the effectiveness of relationship education and counselling
Policy and practice paper Oct 2016
Examines Australian and international research to identify key areas of support that may help young people successfully transition from care
Webinar Jul 2019
This webinar discussed young people’s experiences leaving care in Victoria and provided two examples of promising practices in New South Wales.
Webinar May 2020
This webinar explored the potential impact of COVID-19 on young care leavers, and strategies to strengthen their social and emotional wellbeing.
Webinar Oct 2020
This webinar explored local, place-based solutions to preventing suicide among young people and minimising the risk of suicide clusters.
Practice guide Aug 2020
This short resource provides guidance and links to additional information to step you through a basic literature review.
Journal article Jun 2020
This study examines associations between conformity to masculine norms and suicidal ideation in a sample of adolescents.