Background Forced migration can lead to loss of social support and increased vulnerability
to psychological distress of displaced individuals. The aims were to ascertain the …

After arriving in a new country, refugees are typically dependent on professional support to
re-establish their livelihood. However, it is well documented that refugees face barriers when …

Young people from particular culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds are
overrepresented in Australia's criminal justice system. Many possess the typical risk profiles …

African-Australian young people are over-represented in custody in the state of Victoria. It
has been recognized in recent government and stakeholder strategic plans that African …

Background Research on social isolation in refugee youth is important because it affects
their sense of belonging, mental health and wellbeing; integration and acculturation into a …

The community and humanitarian sector play an important role globally. In Australia, the
sector forms a significant part of Australia's economy generating $166 billion and employing …

Social workers engage with African families from refugee backgrounds in many practice
settings. Human rights principles underpin social work and are especially relevant in social …

The movement of multiple groups of refugees and migrants to countries from the touristic
macro region of Europe became one of the historical phenomena of the new century. In …

Forensic assessments are regularly carried out by clinical professionals at various stages of
the criminal justice and forensic mental health systems. The forensic assessment process …

Background Mental ill-health can impact an individual's capacity to interact with others,
make decisions, and cope with social challenges. This is of particular importance for many …