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This paper examines the variations in extended out-of-home care programs across Australia. The study maps the existing policies, focusing on eligibility, funding adequacy and the terminology used.
This report reviews evidence-based practices in schools supporting children in out-of-home care.
This study aimed to identify subgroups within the OHC population that share similar patterns of OHC placements across age and to describe these subgroups' distinct family and placement characteristics.
Research suggests that the dimensions of childhood maltreatment (type, age of onset, duration, frequency and perpetrator) play an important role in determining health and wellbeing outcomes, though little information is available on these dimensions for any care experienced cohorts.
This document provides a brief summary of the findings of the Phase 1 policy analysis.
Research shows children in Out of Home Care (OOHC) face significant educational challenges. This study analyzed Australian OOHC education policies, revealing major differences in support, with only Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria having specific policies. Recommendations are provided to improve educational outcomes for OOHC students.
Join Mary Blake (Fostering Hope) and Dr. Suse Chequer (Shine Through Psychology) for six engaging sessions on supporting children impacted by trauma. Learn to identify trauma, understand its effects, and gain tools to promote safety and inclusion in your programs.
The NSW Department of Communities and Justice audit evaluates if DCJ and five funded non-government organizations effectively safeguard the rights of Aboriginal children in the child protection system
The latest Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report shows an increase in notifications, investigations, and finalised investigations of alleged maltreatment in Australia's child protection system since the 2021-22 AIFS report.
