Children's relationships with their family and carers first five years in out-of-home care, Report Number 15

Connections to family, community and culture shape children’s identity and wellbeing, particularly for those living in out‑of‑home care. This report explores how children experience these relationships and what helps them feel safe, valued and connected.

Stories from children and young people describe the importance of ongoing contact with parents, siblings, kin and cultural communities. Many discuss the comfort they find in familiar traditions, language, stories and shared history. Others reflect on the challenges of disrupted contact, inconsistent communication or limited opportunities to...