The purpose of this project is to foster cross-disciplinary discussion amongst researchers, policy makers and practitioners from which research directions and ultimately research questions can be formulated in the area of child protection.

At least six Australian lives are taken by suicide every day, however there continues to be a lack of public awareness about the impact of suicide on the community according to this report. The title of the Committee's report The Hidden Toll: Suicide in Australia reflects this situation as well as the hope that increased...

This report explores recent changes in the economic measurement of wellbeing and how the new economic measures relate to equality. In doing so, it seeks to equip the Commission with the knowledge necessary to articulate the economic value of its work in terms of the impact on the wellbeing of Victorians. As part of developing...

This report outlines the difficulties and concerns of Australians caring for someone with a mental illness and is Australia's first ever comprehensive national survey of mental health carers.

The national strategy for young Australians is part of the Australian Government’s ongoing process of giving young people a better deal and a voice in decisions that affect them. It will be used as a guide for future Government action to encourage and help young people take charge of their own lives. The Strategy focuses...