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Report

Understanding the experiences of parents who were adopted as children


This resource summarises the evidence about the experiences of parents who were adopted as children. It discusses their experiences of parenthood and the impacts of parenthood on their identity, wellbeing and relationships with others. The paper also provides some considerations for practitioners and other professionals working with adult adoptee parents and their families.
Report

Self-determination and Aboriginal child protection


This report outlines the context of self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in child protection. It draws on key insights from an international symposium on self-determination in Indigenous child welfare and considers how these might be implemented in New South Wales. The report identifies immediate actions to strengthen recognition for self-determination and longer-term...
Report

FRSA member mapping: targeted intervention programs for people who use violence in intimate/family relationships


Almost 6,000 people who use violence in their relationships engage in Family & Relationship Services Australia (FRSA) member programs each year. This report was undertaken to build a picture of the footprint of members that deliver targeted intervention programs. It calls for these programs to be recognised as critical entry points for family safety.
Guide

Trauma-informed practice in family mental health support services


This practice guide summarises research and practice evidence about strategies for trauma-informed practice. It covers what trauma-informed practice is; organisation-level responsibilities for implementing trauma-informed practice and barriers; and trauma-informed practice strategies practitioners can implement.
Strategy

Strengthening the NSW domestic and family violence sector


The strategy lays the foundation for the New South Wales domestic and family violence sector to support highly skilled workers who help victim-survivors stay safe, heal and recover. It includes actions such as prioritising workplace safety, health and wellbeing, improving workforce recruitment and renewal, driving workforce diversity, boosting collaboration and supporting skill and capability development.