Foster care
Alternative labels
Foster parents
Foster home care
Foster children
Article
Why controversial child protection reforms in NSW could lead to another Stolen Generation
Children are already being removed from Indigenous communities at an unprecedented rate. Indigenous children make up 36.9% of children in out-of-home care in Australia, despite being just 3% of the population.
Guide
Community issue exhibition toolkit
A community issue exhibition uses art and artifacts as a catalyst for community action on a specific local issue. This model is designed to: ● Invite the general public to get involved in making their community better in a targeted way ● Empower community organizations that work on that issue to raise awareness and inspire...
Report
From aspiration to opportunity: developing independence in out-of-home care
This research explored how the accredited Developing Independence program addressed gaps in out-of-home care by offering both an improved approach and a structure for engaging young people in education and future planning based on their aspirations.
Literature review
Evidence scan of educational interventions for children in out-of-home care
This literature review examined the effectiveness of policies, programs, practices and interventions aimed at strengthening educational and wellbeing outcomes for children and youth of all ages in out-of-home care (OOHC).
Report
Changes in the age at which Australian young people leave home: contributory factors and policy implications for care-leavers
Leaving home is a key part of the transition to adulthood. There is evidence in many countries, including Australia, that young people are remaining at home for longer. This paper explores this issue using Australian data, considers factors driving the trend, and implications for young people leaving out-of-home care.