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‘I’m his safe space’: Mothers’ Experiences of Violence

adolescent violence, Neurodivergence

Examining data from in-depth interviews with 15 mothers who experience CPV, this article explores how mothers construct themselves as a ‘safe space’ through which their child can manage their distress. The tensions and emotional conflicts this produces for mothers, as well as the harms that result, are highlighted. Discussion focusses on the usefulness of understanding family violence from an ‘ethics of care’ framework, and the implications for violence prevention through broader social change.

Sibling-to-Sibling Violence in Australia

adolescent violence

Research findings highlight the importance of early interventions for young people who use violence against their siblings, and the missed opportunities within current responses to address the increased risk of future perpetration of intimate partner violence.

Exploring the intersection of family violence and child sexual abuse

child sexual abuse, FVSV
2024

This important In Conversation discussion brings together insights from research, cultural, practice experts and lived experience to explore the intersection of family violence and child sexual abuse.

School avoidance resources

school can't

Resources developed by Travancore School for professionals working with children and young people who are experiencing challenges attending school.

Diversity in Practice: Working with LGBTQIA+ children and young people

FVSV, LGBTQIA+, MARAM
2024

Part three of a series of tip sheets on working with children and young people from diverse backgrounds.

Diversity in Practice: Working with culturally and linguistically and faith diverse children and young people

culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), FVSV, MARAM
2024

Part four of a series of tip sheets on working with children and young people from diverse backgrounds.

Diversity in Practice: Working with children and young people with disability

disability, FVSV, MARAM
2024

Part two of a series of tip sheets on working with children and young people from diverse backgrounds.

Diversity in Practice: Understanding intersectionality

FVSV, MARAM
2024

Part one of a series of tip sheets on working with children and young people from diverse backgrounds.

Webinar: Supporting families with school attendance

adolescent violence, school can't
2024

This webinar explores how to have difficult conversations with young people about school. We hear from Associate Professor Lisa McKay-Brown (University of Melbourne) and Tiffany Westphal (Student Stress Investigation) on considerations for working with young people who have low school attendance and their families.

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