Responding to family violence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families to support children’s social and emotional wellbeing

Child Family Community Australia & Emerging Minds, Australia, September 2020

Related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing, Family and domestic violence, Family conflict, separation and divorce

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this resource may contain images, audio or names of people who have passed away.

This webinar, co-produced by Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) and Emerging Minds, explores ways to respond to family violence and support child wellbeing in First Nations families, drawing on the expertise of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander practitioners.

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Engaging mothers and children affected by family and domestic violence webinar

Emerging Minds and Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN)

The webinar featured a facilitated interdisciplinary panel discussion of a case study. The panel comprised of Professor Sarah Wendt (Flinders University), Dr Aerinn Morgan (Uniting Communities) and Ms Megan Hughes (Women's Safety Services). Dan Moss, Emerging Minds’ Workforce Development Manager facilitated the discussion.
Practice paper

Keeping children visible in practice responses to family and domestic violence

Dan Moss & Chris Dolman, Emerging Minds

This paper supports practitioners and organisations to respond to Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) in ways that prioritise children’s social and emotional wellbeing and safety.
Research summary

Highlights in child mental health research: May 2025

Prepared by AIFS

The May 2025 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 that presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.
Webinar

Understanding and responding to childhood suicidal ideation: A case scenario

Child Family Community Australia & Emerging Minds

Co-presented with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA), this webinar uses a case scenario to reflect on ethical considerations and practical strategies to help practitioners better understand and support children experiencing suicidal ideation. The panellists will also discuss how practitioners can foster connection, seek the child’s insights, and recognise the strengths of the child and their family.
Research summary

Highlights in child mental health research: March 2025

Prepared by AIFS

This March 2025 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.
Research summary

Highlights in child mental health research: February 2025

Prepared by AIFS

This February 2025 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 non-offending parents after child sexual abuse

Child Family Community Australia & Emerging Minds

Co-produced with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) this webinar outlines some strategies that you can use to support non-offending parents following a child's disclosure of sexual abuse.
Short article

Why meaningful participation for children in out-of-home care is essential

Joanna Schwarzman, Kristel Alla and Hilary Miller, Australian Institute of Family Studies

This short article outlines why engaging in meaningful participation with children in out-of-home care is central to supporting their wellbeing and respecting their right to participate.
Research summary

Highlights in child mental health research: October 2024

Prepared by AIFS

This October 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

Relationships matter: Walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents

Child Family Community Australia & Emerging Minds

This webinar with Child Family Community Australia (CFCA) explores ways that practitioners can build a deeper connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.
Research summary

Highlights in child mental health research: September 2024

Prepared by AIFS

This September 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.
Practice paper

Strategies for supporting the mental health of infants and children after a disaster: Child–adult relationships

Emerging Minds

Following a disaster it's common for children to experience increased separation anxiety. This resources explores how parents can help children to develop safe relationships with other caring adults.

Responding to family violence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families to support children’s social and emotional wellbeing

Child Family Community Australia & Emerging Minds, Australia, September 2020

Discover more resources

Engaging mothers and children affected by family and domestic violence webinar

Keeping children visible in practice responses to family and domestic violence

Highlights in child mental health research: May 2025

Understanding and responding to childhood suicidal ideation: A case scenario

Highlights in child mental health research: March 2025

Highlights in child mental health research: February 2025

Supporting non-offending parents after child sexual abuse

Why meaningful participation for children in out-of-home care is essential

Highlights in child mental health research: October 2024

Relationships matter: Walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents

Highlights in child mental health research: September 2024

Strategies for supporting the mental health of infants and children after a disaster: Child–adult relationships

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