Resource hub

Here you’ll find a collection of our evidence-based publications and resources to support your work with children and families.

 

Creating and testing neighbourhood built environment indicators for better child development outcomes
Reports

Creating and testing neighbourhood built environment indicators for better child development outcomes

This report examines whether built environment features contribute to associations between neighbourhood disadvantage and early childhood development.

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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children in Australian early childhood education and care
Reports

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children in Australian early childhood education and care

This review provides insights into the impact of disruptions to early childhood education and care attendance during the COVID-19 pandemic on children 0 to 5 years.

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Having material basics is basic
Issues paper

Having material basics is basic

Material basics are essential for our health and wellbeing. This paper from Prof Sharon Goldfeld, Dr Anna Price, and Fadwa Al‐Yaman is the third in VicHealth's 2023 Future Healthy Countdown series.

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Reinventing Australian Schools  for the better wellbeing, health and learning of every child
Policy brief

Reinventing Australian Schools for the better wellbeing, health and learning of every child

This discussion paper outlines five key principles to improve the wellbeing, health and learning outcomes of every child in every community.

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Reducing Inequities in Children's Mental Health
Research snapshot

Reducing Inequities in Children's Mental Health

Children experiencing disadvantage have up to three times higher rates of poor mental health. Explore how inequities in children's mental health could be reduced.

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Reducing Inequities in Children's Reading Skills
Research snapshot

Reducing Inequities in Children's Reading Skills

By improving reading skills among children experiencing disadvantage, we can create substantial and lifelong benefits for children, families and society.

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