Recently added articles from Australian Journal of Social Issues:
Early childhood services and support for vulnerable families: lessons from the Benevolent Society's Partnerships in Early Childhood program.(Report)
Dec 22, 2009; ... Introduction Early education and care is gaining recognition as a policy priority in Australia, and the focus of this paper is on its specific 'early intervention' dimension. Historically, early education and care has had at least three elements: an educative element, focussing ...
Human rights abuse in aspects of child protection practice?(Report)
Dec 22, 2009; ... A parents' perspective The authors of this article are unequivocally against all forms of child abuse or neglect. We are equally committed to listening to the voices of parents who have had children removed from their care. The best interest of the child doctrine (Goldstein, ...
What does 'Social capital' mean?(Report)
Dec 22, 2009; ... This paper investigates some important connotations of the notion of 'social capital', in particular the use of the word 'capital' to describe social networks which, on the face of it, are the antithesis of what is required if the capitalist economy is to function with maximum efficiency ....
A matter of conscience? The democratic significance of 'conscience votes' in legislating bioethics in Australia.(Report)
Dec 22, 2009; ... In Australia, federal parliamentarians are expected to vote according to pre-existing party policy or under instructions from party elites. In rare cases, a party may endorse a 'conscience vote' on a particular bill, freeing members from the obligation to maintain party discipline and ...
Not a solution at all? Communities and social policy.(Report)
Dec 22, 2009; ... Introduction Australian governments develop social policies as a political response to social issues that affect society generally, such as health and education, with the intention they will benefit all citizens. Other policies target specific groups of people including ...