Here, you’ll find the latest developments, findings, and news related to our ongoing efforts in understanding and supporting young people in or exiting out-of-home care, with a special focus on empowering young women facing unique challenges. Stay informed about our mentoring program’s progress, access valuable resources, and engage with us as we continue our work. Explore this page regularly for the most recent updates.
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Call for Papers: Aging Out of Out-of-Home Care
Call for Papers Aging Out of Out-of-Home Care Collected Edition and Symposium Editors Dr Joel McGregor (Swinburne University), Dr Ben Lohmeyer (Flinders University) and Professor Wendy Stone (Swinburne University) have been invited by Palgrave Macmillan to submit an edited collection proposal on aging out of out-of-home care. Aging out of out-of-home care refers to the process… Read more
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New Report Out
We have a new report out now, titled Mentoring care-experienced young people: A framework for program design. Recommended Citation: McGregor, J. R., Lohmeyer, B. A., & Hartung, C. (2023). Mentoring care-experienced young people: A framework for program design. Swinburne University of Technology. https://doi.org/10.26185/BC3E-VX13 Read more
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New Journal Article
We have a new article in Children and Youth Services Review, titled Mentoring for care-experienced young people: A rapid review of program design. Abstract below: Background and objectives: In Australia, out-of-home care (OoHC) is provided to safeguard children and young people unable to live with their families. Typically, this care stops at 18 years of… Read more
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