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Don’t Worry About Her: Intersectionality, and the Role of Systems and Structures in the Embodied Experiences of Young Women’s Use of Violence

adolescent violence, domestic and family violence
2025

Systems and structures designed to protect and support young people, specifically (in this paper) young women, are ironically the same systems that maintain gender disparity. Consequently, this has influenced the embodied identities of young women who experience and use violence. This paper draws on the narratives and experiences of 24 young women aged 13–18 who have experienced and used nonfatal violence. Their narratives chart the role of systemic oppression, community expectations, hierarchical group dynamics and identity formation in their experiences of violence. Findings centre on the experiences of young women, their words providing insight into motivators and drivers of female violence, which to date has been under-researched and often poorly understood.

Impact of Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs): A Systematic Review of Longitudinal Studies

children and young people, safety and wellbeing
2025

This review of eight longitudinal studies found that cumulative Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) were linked to lower rates of depression, substance use, risky behaviors, and inflammation, especially during adolescence. PCEs may help reduce the negative effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on long-term mental and physical health.

SASVic: Non-fatal Strangulation – Fact Sheet

domestic and family violence, sexual violence
2025

This fact sheet provides an overview of non-fatal strangulation in the context of sexual violence and family violence, including the risks, response and legislation.

Examining Aspects of FVIOs for Children and Young Adults

adolescent violence, domestic and family violence
2025

The Victorian Law Reform Commission has initiated a community law reform project examining aspects of family violence intervention orders for children and young adults affected by family violence (other than as a respondent). This Issues Paper reflects Stage 1 of the project – Protection for children who turn 18 while on a Family Violence Intervention Order.

Parent substance use and child-to-parent violence

adolescent violence
2025

Substance use has been associated with child-to-parent violence (CPV), yet little is known about the contributing factors. This study by Deakin University investigated the association between parental substance use and substance involved child to parent violence (SU-CPV; i.e., the young person is influenced by a substance), and whether this association was unique to SU-CPV compared to other co-occurring functions of CPV (proactive/instrumental, reactive/response to threat, affective/emotion-related).

The impact of context on evidence-based practices: A rapid literature scan on formative assessment, explicit instruction and mastery learning

education, evidence informed practice
2024

The Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) has published a literature review examining the effectiveness of three evidence-based teaching practices (formative assessment, explicit instruction, and mastery learning) across different contexts. One key finding suggests that while these practices generally have a positive impact, their effectiveness can vary depending on specific contextual factors.

An anti-racism framework: Experiences and perspectives of multicultural Australia

anti-racism
2024

In 2023, the Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia undertook nationwide consultations with multicultural communities to inform the development of an anti-racism framework. The findings highlight the presence of racism in daily interactions and the need for systemic action, including government leadership, education reform and improved workplace policies.

‘We’ve been robbed’: Young women and gender diverse people’s housing experiences and solutions

homelessness, LGBTQIA+
2024

This report from Swinburne University and YWCA explores the housing experiences of young women and gender diverse individuals in Australia. The study employed a generation, gendered, and intersectional approach to examine housing insecurity, homelessness risk, and actual homelessness among young people aged 18 to 30. The research identifies housing challenges and possible solutions.

What interventions improve outcomes for kinship carers and the children in their care

kinship care
2024

This systematic review by the Centre for Evidence and Implementation, Monash University and Colorado State University explores how interventions, such as service navigation support, can improve outcomes for kinship carers and the children in their care. The review highlights the potential benefits of tailored support for kinship carers.

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