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Department of Communities and Justice (NSW)
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Research Summary
Aboriginal-led early support programs for Aboriginal children, young people, families, and communities: a review of the evidence base
This Evidence to Action Note reports findings from the evidence review by Gamarada Universal Indigenous Resources Pty Ltd which identifies and culturally appraises evidence about Aboriginal-led child, family and community early support programs, and describes eight common features of these programs.
Report
Housing issues for people with disability, older people and carers in NSW
This paper highlights the current and longstanding housing issues that adversely affect older people, people with disability and carers in NSW. It discusses the barriers to accessible, affordable and well-located housing for these cohorts and identifies key actions that are needed.
Evaluation
Evaluation of the Permanency Support Program: final report
The Permanency Support Program represents a significant reform of NSW child protection and out of home care systems. It aims aim to achieve permanency for children within two years. This evaluation report focuses on foster care and family preservation.
Research Summary
The Australian Child Maltreatment Study shows a large proportion of Australians experience maltreatment as children
This publication reports key findings from the new Australian Child Maltreatment Study. The findings show that child maltreatment is very widespread in Australia.
Research Summary
Which programs reduce maltreatment and improve safety for vulnerable children?
This paper shares findings from a rapid evidence scan carried out by Western Sydney University into programs that help to reduce harm and maltreatment, and improve outcomes for vulnerable children aged 0-5 years.