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Fact sheet
Exploring stories of hope
Emerging MindsThese practice tips and stories have been gathered by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander practitioners, who have also shared their experiences in encouraging storytelling and hope in their own work with First Nations children and families. -
Fact sheet
Frameworks for understanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander approaches to health
Emerging MindsNon-Indigenous practitioners who embrace these elements are more likely to develop the knowledge they need to form genuine partnerships with Aboriginal children, families and communities. -
Fact sheet
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mainstream service experience – where are we now? How data has shaped our response
Emerging MindsThe highly statutory or crisis-driven nature of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mainstream service experience epitomises the lack of long-term genuine partnerships. Services that listen to First Nations communities and develop offerings that are welcoming, inclusive, and non-threatening will in return gain an understanding of the lived experiences of the families and communities they are designed to support. -
Webinar
Working therapeutically with children who have experienced trauma from physical or sexual abuse
Emerging Minds and Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN)Co-produced with the Mental Health Professionals’ Network (MHPN), this webinar discusses how practitioners can respond to the challenges of working therapeutically with families when children have experienced physical or sexual abuse. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: August 2024
Prepared by AIFSThis August 2024 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided. -
Webinar
Supporting infants and toddlers’ resilience during daily transitions
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsCo-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar focuses on promoting infants and toddlers' confidence and sense of security by supporting parents/carers and educators to provide responsive and consistent daily transitions. -
Fact sheet
Practitioner guide: Shame and stigma
Emerging MindsA guide for practitioners on using our shame and stigma resources to support the families they work with. -
Video
What is a practice nurse?
Emerging MindsLearn more about how a practice nurse can support you and your family. -
Video
What is a family law counsellor?
Emerging MindsLearn more about how a family law counsellor can support you and your family. -
Webinar
Child-centred approaches to supporting children in out-of-home care
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsCo-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar outlines practical ways to prioritise the voices of children in OOHC that can support their mental health and wellbeing. It includes perspectives and advice specific to those working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. -
Webinar
Our Woven Ways: Supporting goal-setting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents
Emerging Minds and Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)Continuing on with the case study explored in the third webinar of this series, Our Woven Ways: Uncovering the worries of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents, this webinar examines ways to support goal-setting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents through culturally safe practice. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: June 2024
Prepared by AIFSThis June 2024 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.