CFRE - Centre for Family Research and Evaluation

Name: CFRE - Centre for Family Research and Evaluation
Address: 100 Drummond Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3035, AU
Telephone: +61396636733

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CFRE - Centre for Family Research and Evaluation

We work in the nexus between research, policy and practice.

At CFRE we combine years of experience in service delivery, strong academic partnerships and involvement in policy.

26/05/2026

Congratulations to Meriki Onus (they/them) and Djaran Murray-Jackson (he/him) for being elected as the new Co-Chairs of the First Peoples’ Assembly/Gellung Warl. Gellung Warl (tip of the spear or pointed spear in Gunaikurnai language). It is a new body formed as part of Australia’s First Treaty designed to make decisions about First Nations Peoples, provide oversight to government and ensure truth-telling in the healing process. As Rueben Berg, Co-Chair of the First Peoples’ Assembly, stated in his first address to Victoria’s Parliament, “The tip is Gellung Warl, the wood of the spear is our community, the binding is Treaty, the line of sight and the throw are our self-determination".

Treaty has been a long time coming, and we stand behind every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person and community who has fought hard for this milestone. First Nations autonomy, agency and voice are key to the ongoing truth-telling process, ensuring that decisions about First Nations people are made by First Nations people.

Recognising First Nations peoples as the custodians of the lands and responding to the harms of colonisation are top listed priority in our Social Justice Action Plan and Framework. DSS is proud to stand in solidarity with Gellung Warl, and as an ally supports Treaty wholeheartedly. Treaty is an important step in rectifying the injustice of colonisation, and a necessary step for healing. We support the First Peoples’ Assembly and Gellung Warl in their work, and wish Meriki and Djaran all the best.

Always was, always will be Aboriginal Land.

Image credit First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria

25/05/2026

What a fantastic week at the Family and Relationship Services Australia (FRSA) Conference in Brisbane last week!

Our team and partners did an incredible job showcasing the breadth and impact of Drummond Street Services' work while keeping audiences engaged and inspired along the way.

From conversations about intersectionality, to musical workshops helping children explore body positivity, and discussions on co-designing research and evaluation with young people, the team highlighted the power of inclusive, community-led practice, with a little ukulele playing in the mix too. Well done, all!

16/05/2026

Today, 17 May 2026, marks International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, a global moment of solidarity and resistance for LGBTIQA+ communities.

19/03/2026

As today is National Closing the Gap Day we thought we'd share this important post from V***A on how to close the gap!:

“Today on National Close the Gap Day, we call on governments to honour their commitments to address the extreme disparity between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in health, education, employment, justice and economic outcomes. Last year, the Closing the Gap Independent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Led Review found that through inaction, resource imbalances and poor financial strategies, the government had failed to live up to its promises and enact meaningful change. We call on all levels of government to genuinely partner with ACCOs like V***A to support Aboriginal led, evidence-based changes to policies, legislation and systems; and to reform funding models and structures to ensure progress is achieved for our communities. Continued failure to close the gap cannot be accepted – this is quite literally matter of life and death.”

12/02/2026

Working with & Supporting Dads & Non-Birthing Parents During the Perinatal Period, Professional Development Session
Join us on 23 March 2026 for a session focused on supporting dads and non-birthing parents during the perinatal period. We'll explore practical strategies to help non-birthing parents navigate the emotional and relational changes that accompany pregnancy and early parenthood. This session is ideal for those working in health, support services, or community care.

register here: https://buff.ly/xhMmaSz

25/01/2026

Drummond Street Services does not celebrate Invasion Day.

This day marks the start of dispossession, violence and the ongoing denial of First Nations sovereignty. It is a day of mourning and resistance, not celebration.

If you are in Melbourne, join us at the Invasion Day rally: Victorian Parliament steps, 11 am.

We march in solidarity with First Nations peoples, calling for sovereignty, land rights, an end to Black deaths in custody and ALL the systemic injustices that First Nations communities continue to face.

20/01/2026

You can now participate in the Forum for Truth and Recognition.
The Forum is a safe and respectful space where people can share their experiences of child sexual abuse in Victorian government schools and certain non-government schools prior to the year 2000.
The experiences shared will contribute to an important public record and help Victoria build a stronger shared understanding of the lifelong impactsof child sexual abuse in schools so we can better prevent and respond to it now and into the future.
This is a healing journey that starts with your truth.
People can participate in the Forum until March 2026. To participate, contact 1800 967 933 (free call) or [email protected].
If you need support, visit the Forum’s Support and wellbeingpage to see a list of available services.
To find out more, visit www.truthandrecognition.vic.gov.au.

07/01/2026

Perinatal Mental Health: A Whole of Family Approach, Professional Development Session
Join us on 23 February 2026 for a session exploring perinatal mental health from a whole of family perspective. We will look at how to recognise and support the emotional wellbeing of parents, partners and infants during pregnancy and early parenthood. This session offers practical guidance for anyone working in health, support services or community care.

Register here: https://buff.ly/bsXtgIG

19/12/2025

Working with Diverse Communities in the Perinatal Period- Professional Development Session
Join us on 19 January 2026 for a session focused on perinatal care within diverse communities. This workshop explores culturally responsive approaches and best practices when supporting families from a variety of backgrounds during pregnancy and early parenthood.

register here: https://buff.ly/US6zZ1r

15/12/2025

Drummond Street Services are horrified and heartbroken by the brutal antisemitic attack on civilians at Bondi Beach on Sunday during a Hanukkah celebration.

We are so saddened by the deaths and injuries of innocent people and send our deepest condolences to the families, friends and all those grieving during this time.

We stand in solidarity with Jewish communities across Australia during this tragic attack and its aftermath. We also acknowledge the ripple effects of this violence, including heightened anxiety for communities, who are routinely targeted by hate and discrimination. Nobody should be targeted for their faith, culture or identity. Everyone deserves to be safe in public spaces, at community celebrations, and in everyday life.
Drummond Street Services rejects racism, hate and discrimination. In moments like this, we must look after each other, speak out against vilification, and support each other to strengthen safety and belonging.

If you are feeling distressed by these attacks, please reach out to someone you trust and seek support.

If you need urgent support, you can also contact:
Lifeline Australia 13 11 14 (24/7 phone support)
Su***de Call Back Service 1300 659 467 (24/7)
Beyond Blue Support Service1300 22 4636 (24/7)
13YARN Aboriginal & Torrest Strait Islander Crisis Support 13 92 76 (24/7)
QLife (LGBTIQA+ support) 1800 184 527 (3 pm–12 am daily, including online chat)
ReachOut au.reachout.com (Free Anonymous online support aged 16-25 3-8pm Mon-Thu, 11.30-4.30 Fri))

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100 Drummond Street
Melbourne, VIC
3035

Telephone

+61396636733

Website

https://cfre.org.au/

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