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Explore tools and insights that deepen professional capability and support informed, ethical decision making in everyday work. These materials help refine skills and strengthen confidence across diverse practice contexts.

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AIATSIS code of ethics for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research

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Inclusive practice for people with intellectual disability

This recorded webinar covers what intellectual disability is, why having a job matters, what...

DisabilityCareers

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The Australian child and youth wellbeing atlas

This resource is a free, interactive national data platform that maps and visualises child and youth...

Family servicesYouth Services

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2026 Status of Women Report Card

A national snapshot showing that while gender equality in Australia is improving, persistent gaps in...

Family servicesCareers

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A guide to customising a job for a person with disability

This guide provides information on the concept, benefits, and steps involved in customising a job.

Disability

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Plain Language Writing for Community Services

The Australian Government Style Manual provides guidance on writing clear, accessible content for...

Family servicesMigration and refugeesDisabilityIndigenous servicesJustice and courtsPovertyMental Health

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Trauma-Informed Practice Tools and Fact Sheets

Resources by Blue Knot Foundation offer guidance to support trauma-informed practice across...

Mental Health

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Highlighting Urgent Ongoing Safety Issues for NDIS Workers

A review into National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) workers shows ongoing reports of stalking...

DisabilityCareers

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Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace

This page from Beyond Blue is packed with information to nurture your mental health and wellbeing at...

Mental Health

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First-Ever Queer Legal Service Launched in the NT

This article talks about the launch of the first-ever queer legal service in the Northern Territory...

Justice and courtsCareers

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Guides, Tools and Resources for First Nations Peoples

Browse resources from the Australian Human Rights Commission to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait...

Indigenous services

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NSW Government Delivers Nation-Leading Community Service Agreement

Read about the NSW Government's agreement to provide secure jobs and long-term funding for the...

Family servicesDomestic and family violenceHousing and homelessnessCareers

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Adelaide Homelessness Services Shut Due to Funding Cuts

Thi article talks about the pressure on Adelaide's homelessness services after the closure of...

Housing and homelessnessCareers

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Rethinking Digital Support for Young People

This article explores how digital and hybrid support models could improve help-seeking for young...

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Ending homelessness in Australia: An evidence and policy deep dive

This 2021 national report analyses homelessness trends, drivers, and data to inform policy action and pathways to end homelessness in Australia.

Housing and homelessness

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In traditional language, there is no word for disability

A personal narrative reflecting on cultural identity, belonging and the meaning of home for...

Indigenous services

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Working out what works for families

Reflects on how evidence and outcomes data can better inform Australia’s child and family service...

Family services

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Building a new life in Australia: The longitudinal study of humanitarian migrants - waves 1-3

Longitudinal study tracking how almost 2,400 humanitarian migrants rebuild their lives in Australia...

Migration and refugees

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Review key care & support sector qualifications now

Take part in the HumanAbility review of six aged-care, disability, and leisure-health qualifications...

Improving postvention support for Muslim suicide loss survivors

Contribute to a University of Melbourne study exploring how professionals can better support people...

Partner with research: consumer collaboration in health studies

Join Metro South Health’s initiative to collaborate with patients and the public in designing...

Understanding wellbeing in supporters of domestic violence survivors

Join a University of New England study exploring how readiness and burden affect the wellbeing of...

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Living Well at Home – CHSP Good Practice Guide

Indigenous services Drug and alcohol

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Alcohol and other drugs treatment guidelines for working with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people: in a Non-Aboriginal setting

Housing and homelessness

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LGBTIQ+ inclusive practice guide for homelessness and housing sectors in Australia

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Migration and refugees

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2025 Mapping social cohesion report

A diverse group of nine hands, joined together in a circle.

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Craving connection: How loneliness is impacting young people's mental health

This report highlights the key findings from ReachOut Australia's research on issues impacting young people's mental health.

Youth ServicesMental Health

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Report on Building a Resilient and Sustainable Community Services Workforce for the Future

This report examines the workforce challenges in Australia’s community services sector, which is facing growing demand but persistent workforce shortages.

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The Justice Project: Final Report

A landmark national review uncovering systemic justice access barriers and proposing 59 recommendations for people facing social and economic disadvantage.

Migration and refugeesDisability

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