Our work
Making a measurable difference for children and their families
We draw on the evidence of what works to ensure our actions count - and build the evidence where this is lacking. We support children and families who are experiencing challenges today and develop novel solutions to set children up for life.
Explore our programs, projects and case studies.
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Work type
Programs
- Advocacy
- Clinical care and screening
- Knowledge translation and implementation
- Research and evaluation
- Systems impact
- Training and development
Impact areas
- Connected and confident parents
- Education, health and social care working together
- Equitable services
- Healthy child development
- Mental health for life
- Thriving communities
Status

Project
Healthier Wealthier Families
Improving family health and wellbeing by reducing financial hardship.
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Project
Kids First: Kindergarten Model Evaluation
Evaluating holistic education and care for pre-school children.
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Project
Kids in Communities Study (2016-2018)
What is it about where we live that makes a difference for children and families?
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Program
Knowledge translation and implementation
We co-produce evidence and innovations and put them into action so that children and families directly benefit.
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Project
Knowledge Translation and Research Impact project
This project aims to better support the translation of knowledge into practice and policy at Melbourne Children’s.
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