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Australian Institute of Family Studies

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AIFS
Guide

LGBTIQ+ communities: glossary of common terms


This resource sheet outlines a glossary of common terms used within LGBTIQ+ communities.
Report

Online support needs and experiences of family members affected by problem gambling


Problem gambling is estimated to effect seven or even more people around the gambler, and family and friends comprise up to one third of clients to gambling help and support services. The findings in this report suggest that family members experience a significant range of gambling-related harms and access help for a variety of reasons.
Guide

Protection through participation: involving children in child-safe organisations


Drawing from the Children's Safety Study, a study that considered children's perceptions of safety, their safety needs and how well they believed adults and institutions protected them from harm, this paper provides practical guidance based on what children and young people have said themselves, as well as observations about how this might be put into...
Guide

Evaluating the outcomes of programs for Indigenous families and communities


This practitioner resource outlines some key considerations for community sector organisations and service providers who are thinking about evaluating the outcomes or impact of a program for Indigenous families or communities. It outlines some issues and common challenges that require careful thought when planning an evaluation of a program targeting Indigenous people.
Report

Forced adoption support services: establishing and building networks


Overview The Forced Adoption Support Services Scoping Study identified a need for support service providers to establish or contribute to local networks to enhance collaboration, referrals and support for people affected by forced adoptions. The Department of Social Services (DSS) contracted the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) to develop a resource to guide support...