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The impacts of COVID-19 on LGBTQ+ foster youth alumni

COVID-19, Out of Home Care (OOHC), Outcomes

This International Journal of Child Abuse and Neglect study analysed survey data from young people with lived experience of the foster care system about the effects COVID-19 had on many life outcomes. The study highlights the impact on LGBTQIA+ young people with recommendations for extra support while transitioning out of OOHC.

Is contact with birth parents beneficial to children in non-kinship foster care? A scoping review of the evidence

Family Reunification, Intervention programs, Out of Home Care (OOHC)

This Children and Youth Services Review report analysed the effects of face-to-face contact with birth parents for children in non-kinship foster care from 21 studies. The report provides insights into the variables that encouraged family reunification and improvement in children's wellbeing.

Mind the Gap: Child and adolescent mental health and psychosocial support interventions – An evidence and gap map of low and middle-income countries

Children and Young People, Mental Health

This UNICEF report analyses the high rates of mental disorders among children and adolescents worldwide. The report identifies gaps for early intervention which can provide insights for service providers.

A socio-ecological exploration of adolescent violence in the home and young people with disability: The perceptions of mothers and practitioners

Disability, Family Violence

This Australian National Research Organisation for Women's Safety report details the experiences of mothers and carers of young people with a disability that use violence in the home. This report is can provide insights into the responses by service providers and the experiences of young people with a disability.

Income support receipt for young people transitioning from out–of–home care 2022

Out of Home Care (OOHC)

This Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report has collated out-of-home care records from 1990-2001 and Centrelink data and provides information about income support payments received while transitioning out of care and beyond.

Supporting children’s mental health in primary schools: A qualitative exploration of educator perspectives

Children, Education, Mental Health

This Australian Educational Researcher journal article provides insights into the experience of primary school educators' capability in supporting their student's mental health in schools. The research indicates an integrated approach across schools and healthcare providers when supporting children's mental health.

In need of repair: the National Housing and Homelessness Agreement – Study report

Homelessness

This Productivity Commission report reviews the progress of the National Housing and Homelessness Agreement in each state and territory. The report details its findings and offers suggestions to ensure the future stability of the Agreement.

Looking Back, Moving Forward: Learnings from the transition to working online in primary prevention

Evidence Informed Practice, Family Violence

This Safe and Equal peak body resource details the advantages and challenges for primary prevention family violence practitioners moving to an online environment. This resource demonstrates embedding learning within the practice and is particularly useful for Victorian primary prevention practitioners.

Partners in recovery: Moving beyond the crisis?

Policy Recommendations

This collaborative Centre for Social Impact and Social Ventures Australia report outlines the charity sector's current state and financial health after increased demand during COVID-19. The report details areas that have been heavily impacted and offer recommendations for decision-makers.

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