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Issues paper
Engaging with Indigenous Australia: Exploring the conditions for effective relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Australian Government - Closing the Gap ClearinghouseThis paper examines what research shows about: the conditions that enable governments and others (non-government organisations and the private sector) to engage effectively with Indigenous communities; how these conditions can be enhanced for effective engagement between governments and Indigenous communities. -
Webinar
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and the effects of intergenerational trauma
Emerging Minds and Mental Health Professionals' Network (MHPN)This webinar explores the effects of intergenerational trauma on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families, outlines current research on the importance of cultural competence and discusses examples of organisational and individual practice to build trust and collaboration. -
Website
Child protection and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children
Child Family Community AustraliaThis paper provides a snapshot of data describing rates of involvement of Indigenous children in child protection and out-of-home care in 2012-13. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: September 2022
VariousThis September 2022 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 that month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. -
Guide
Stories of deadly dads: How Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fathers keep strong
Emerging Minds, Aboriginal Art Designs and DIMSThis series of six short stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fathers is intended to provide learning opportunities for practitioners and services who support First Nations families, including men and their children, helping them start conversations and promote reflective practices. -
Online course
Rebuilding our shields: Sharing the stories of deadly dads
Emerging Minds, Aboriginal Art Designs and DIMSThis course is designed to break down dominant stereotypes and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fathers as they walk two paths; one that honours traditional parenting roles and a second that reflects the parenting expectations of contemporary Australia. It has been created for non-Indigenous practitioners to develop their understanding and connection points when supporting First Nations fathers, children and families. -
Website
Crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
13YARN13YARN provides 24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are feeling overwhelmed or having mental health difficulties. -
Research summary
Highlights in child mental health research: June 2022
VariousThis June 2022 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 that month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. -
Online course
Honouring Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander voices in healing family violence
Emerging MindsThis online training course will help you to reinforce connections, strengths and skills in your work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families experiencing family violence, enabling them to take the lead in their healing journey. -
Online course
Working with children who have experienced trauma online courses
Emerging MindsA suite of courses and resources to support practitioners working with children who have experienced trauma. -
Webinar
Perinatal support strategies for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents experiencing complex trauma
Child Family Community Australia & Emerging MindsThis webinar drew on the voices, experiences and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander practitioners to explore how services can work through the perinatal period to support the social and emotional wellbeing of infants and their families. -
Online course
Supporting children who disclose trauma
Emerging MindsThis course examines practice strategies for supporting children who have disclosed trauma or abuse. It will help you to develop strategies and activities to support children to move away from the self-blame and secrecy associated with physical or sexual violence.