Social disadvantage
Report
National Elder Abuse Research Program: the abuse and mistreatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and/or asexual (LGBTIQA+) older people
This report provides an overview of the forms of abuse and mistreatment experienced by LGBTIQA+ older people. LGBTIQA+ older people reported higher rates of abuse and mistreatment than people aged 65 years or older in the general Australian population. The research identifies strategies and policy responses tailored to the needs of LGBTIQA+ people experiencing elder...
Report
National Elder Abuse Research Program: the abuse and mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander older people
This report provides a nuanced understanding of the nature and dynamics of abuse and mistreatment experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander older people. It describes how this differs from the general population. The research identifies strategies and policy responses tailored to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing elder abuse.
Journal article
‘Someone you can run to’: teachers at the coalface of complex trauma
This article describes research exploring what early years teachers do to identify and support children with high levels of complex trauma. It analyses the practices of three early years teachers in a disadvantaged community in Australia, revealing what the participants considered to be successful or challenging and the role teacher self-efficacy beliefs play.
Briefing paper
Putting children at the centre
This briefing paper highlights the value of integrated Child and Family Hubs as a proven lifeline for Australian families facing complex challenges such as trauma, social isolation and housing instability. The recommendations consolidate years of research and data collection, collaboration and connection with service providers, families and communities.
Report
The state of Australia’s children 2025
A comprehensive look at the wellbeing of children and youth across Australia, the report combines the latest publicly available data with firsthand perspectives. While many Australian children and young people are getting the support they need, many are falling behind. The report is a call to action to address these gaps and make children a...