Family Studies in Australia (1996)

Including This Report in the State of Family Project

While this report predates the official launch of the State of Family Project by Marriage and Family Review (MFR), we’re excited to include it on our interactive map. Here’s why:

Alignment with Project Goals: This report, published by MFR, delves into a key aspect of family life, echoing the project’s aim to provide comprehensive insights into contemporary families. Its inclusion enriches the project’s scope and historical context.
Honoring MFR’s Legacy: MFR has a long and distinguished history of publishing research on families. Including this report pays homage to that legacy and acknowledges the significant contributions MFR has made to the field.
Valuable Knowledge: Regardless of publication date, the report offers valuable knowledge and insights that resonate with the project’s goals. Sharing it on the map ensures wider accessibility and fosters meaningful conversations about families.

We encourage you to explore the report’s abstract and full article linked below.

Three Generations Of Aboriginal Australian Women

Abstract

As in most countries, the study of families in Australia runs the gamut from theoretical analyses to applied and evaluative research. Lacking the strong influence of home economics that is prevalent in American agricultural universities and the strong private philanthropy which funds much of family research in other societies, Australian family research has had strong links with governmental social policies and programs. This paper reviews the development of family research and theory in Australia focusing on the most prevalent research topics and policy priorities.

https://doi.org/10.1300/J002v22n03_05

By incorporating this report, we demonstrate the State of Family Project’s commitment to comprehensiveness, historical awareness, and the pursuit of knowledge that benefits families and communities.

This report was authored by: K. Funder, D. Edgar, D. Whithear, H. Brownlee, H. Glezer, M. Harrison, R. Hartley, P. McDonald, G. Ochiltree, & I. Wolcott

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Contributors

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Anthony G. James, Jr. holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in human development and family studies from the University of Missouri and a B.S. in Sociology (with a minor in Military Science) from Lincoln University (MO). He is an associate professor in the Department of Family Science & Social Work at Miami University. He is the editor-in-chief of Marriage and Family Review. Dr. James’s research and thought leadership has appeared in Diverse Issue in Higher Education, TIME, and the Thrive Center for Human Development blog. He is the editor of Black Families: A Systems Approach, co-editor of Essays of Advice, and author of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: A Practical Guide.

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Anthony James Jr. is a professor at Miami University in the Department of Family Science and Social Work. He is the founder and director of the Center for the Scientific Study of Families.