This report on the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and youth proposes and explores a novel approach to measuring social and emotional wellbeing, inspired by a holistic construct developed by a First Nations scholar-led team.

This Indigenous-led analysis describes the ways racism disrupts the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. The study underscores the need to move beyond individualised health models toward decolonial systems of care grounded in self-determination, truth-telling and structural change.

This report summarises the research evidence on protective factors for parent and child wellbeing in the early years (pre-birth to 5 years of age). The evidence shows that a range of programs and interventions can be effective in improving child, parent and family outcomes.

This report details findings from the Parenting Today survey, designed to provide a comprehensive national picture of parenting, wellbeing and support needs across Australia. It describes the prevalence and correlates of parent psychological distress. The report argues support for parent mental health must be considered a core component of prevention and early intervention efforts.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is one of Australia’s largest social programs, yet questions remain about how it affects participants’ employment, reliance on other welfare payments, and overall wellbeing. Understanding these relationships is essential for assessing the scheme’s long-term sustainability and its role in supporting participation and independence.