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Australian Institute of Family Studies

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Acronym:
AIFS
Video

Applying culturally inclusive principles in evaluation


This webinar focuses on the application of culturally inclusive principles in evaluation, including topics such as data collection methods, cultural timing and the importance of language. It provides insights into how culturally inclusive principles have been applied in real-world evaluation.
Report

Preventing and reducing child maltreatment


This policy and practice paper outlines the research evidence on the effectiveness of parenting programs for preventing or reducing child maltreatment. It discusses research on the specific practices, content and techniques used within parenting programs and those most commonly used in effective programs or that may increase program effectiveness.
Video

How to use neurodivergent-affirming strategies to support child mental health


Children with autism or ADHD have specific strengths but we live in a world designed for neurotypical brains. This can be a difficult and disabling experience for many children. This webinar explores how practitioners, educators and parents can use neurodivergent-affirming strategies to better support the mental health and wellbeing of autistic and ADHD children.
Research Summary

What characteristics of pokies gambling sessions are associated with higher risk gambling?

Gabriel Tillman, Mikayla Budinski, Sethini Wickramasinghe, Rohann Irving

A summary of results of a consumer survey with adults who regularly gamble on poker machines that assesses their risk of gambling-related harm. The research can inform policies that aim to reduce gambling harm by limiting time, spending and access to poker machines.
Report

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives on what works in social and emotional wellbeing programs


This paper summarises the evidence on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s experiences of a range of diverse programs that address social and emotional wellbeing. It looks at what the success factors were for participants in these programs. The paper provides considerations that may be applied to a variety of health, social and wellbeing programs...