First Peoples families
Alternative labels
Indigenous families
Strategy
Changing tracks: an action plan for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families 2020-2022
This action plan focuses on the changes needed to eliminate the disproportionate representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the child protection system and to close the gap in life outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
Article
Urban Aboriginal people face unique challenges in the fight against coronavirus
The government needs to turn its attention to the COVID-19 risks Indigenous people face in urban and rural areas.
Strategy
Aboriginal workforce development statewide strategy 2020–2025
This strategy document identifies ways to strengthen the Aboriginal workforce as part of the government’s commitment to achieve better outcomes for Aboriginal children and families.
Guide
Applying for funding for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child and family services
This resource is designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous organisations to consider and adopt partnership -centred approaches when applying for funding for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child and family support services.
Journal article
Qualitative study of psychosocial factors impacting on Aboriginal women’s management of chronic disease
This research aims to understand the roles and responsibilities taken on by Aboriginal women within their families and communities and how this affected their ability to manage their own health and chronic conditions.