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Australian Institute of Family Studies
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AIFS
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Report
Empowering migrant and refugee women: supporting and empowering women beyond five-year post-settlement
This report explores various aspects of service delivery to migrant women who have been living in Australia for at least five years. It documents the nature and types of service available, and identifies best practice principles and key service gaps in service delivery for migrant and refugee women.
Fact sheet
Prevention of child abuse and neglect
Produced in partnership with NAPCAN, this resource provides an overview of prevention of child abuse and neglect, with a focus on primary prevention.
Report
The longitudinal study of Australian children: annual statistical report 2016
Using six waves of LSAC data, this report discusses ways in which Australian children's experiences and environments affect their prospects and progress, from birth to 15 years old.
Report
The Longitudinal Study of Australian Children (LSAC) annual statistical report 2016: Chapter 6 - Self-harm and suicidal behaviour of young people aged 14–15 years old
This study found that 10% of 14-15 year-olds reported that they had self-harmed in the previous twelve months and 5% had attempted suicide.
Report
The Longitudinal Study of Australian Children (LSAC) annual statistical report 2016: Chapter 5 - Young carers
Young carers suffer a substantial negative impact on their academic achievement arising from their time spent caring for others.