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Re-release: Reflections on culturally competent practice with Mthobeli Ngcanga
Mthobeli NgcangaRuntime00:27:32Released22/12/22 -
Webinar
How infant-led practice in family violence settings can nurture hope for infants and families
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsThis webinar will be of interest to practitioners working in the child, family, health, accommodation and housing sectors who encounter or directly work with infants, toddlers and families within the context of domestic and family violence. -
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The gift of resilience – the hopes of an Aboriginal father
Lou TurnerRuntime00:29:15Released9/12/22 -
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The role of organisation leaders in supporting infant and child mental health
Strong mental health is essential to children’s physical, social and emotional wellbeing. It provides a foundation for the skills needed to navigate complex experiences, participate meaningfully in life and accomplish goals. All services – whether they’re for parents, children and/or families – have a role to play in supporting children’s… -
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What to consider when creating organisational change
This page provides information on the building blocks for enabling shifts in practice. There are three core areas that are foundational to creating organisational change: organisational ownership supportive operational environment staff equipped with skills, knowledge and support to practice. Each area has its own key actions and evidence-based strategies.… -
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Emergency services and first responders
Emergency services and first responders have a responsibility to keep the child in sight in the context of their work. There are opportunities in their interactions with children and families to identify a need, and/or provide basic information and support. For example, first responders play an invaluable role in supporting… -
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Local government and community services
Thriving communities promote positive child mental health. Positive child mental health promotes thriving communities. Local government and other community services have a responsibility to keep the child in sight in the context of their work. There are opportunities in their interactions with children and families to identify a need, and/or… -
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Adult-focused services
Many outside forces influence children’s mental health. Financial instability, insecure housing or employment, mental health difficulties, substance use issues, and family and domestic violence can all cause families enormous stress and anxiety. When parents experience a lot of stress, it can impact on them as parents and their relationships with… -
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Child-focused services
Many outside forces influence children’s mental health. Financial instability, insecure housing or employment, mental health difficulties, substance use issues, and family and domestic violence can all cause families enormous stress and anxiety. When parents experience a lot of stress, it can impact on them as parents and their relationships with… -
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How to create organisational change
Every organisation has a unique set of existing structures and practices that can be changed or enhanced to improve outcomes for children and families. Embedding structural changes, as well as shifts in practice, is usually an iterative and ongoing journey. It involves recognising the organisation’s strengths and what is already… -
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What families can do to look after themselves following a flood
Michelle RobertsRuntime00:30:52Released6/12/22 -
In focus
In focus: Child mental health and disability
Emerging MindsMeeting the needs of children with disability can be complex and challenging at times. But a sense of curiosity and a willingness to look beyond the child’s disability to understand their unique strengths, skills and hopes will support you in this work. Learn more in this in focus article.