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Enhancing Children's Journey in Out-of-Home Care: A Multi-perspective Study (2020–2024)

Abstract:
This study aims to improve the experiences of, and outcomes for, Indigenous and non-Indigenous children in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC). Drawing on detailed longitudinal, qualitative interview data from children in out-of-homecare, their birth families and carers across geographically diverse sites in Queensland, the study will build a rich understanding of their experiences. Outcomes include improved knowledge of how to strengthen children's connections to culture and caring relationships during OOHC and how these connections shape children's wellbeing. Benefits include improved outcomes for children and better practice to achieve positive social, cultural and emotional well-being for those involved OOHC especially in Indigenous communities.
Grant type:
ARC Linkage Projects
Researchers:

  • Professor Karen Healy

    Head of School
    School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work
    Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences

  • Associate Professor Jenny Povey

    Principal Research Fellow
    Institute for Social Science Research
    Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

  • Dr Jemma Venables

    Senior Lecturer
    School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work
    Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences

  • Professor Janeen Baxter

    Centre Director
    Institute for Social Science Research
    Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Funded by:
Australian Research Council