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AIFS Conference 2008
 It is with great pleasure that I announce that the 10th Australian Institute of Family Studies Conference, Families Through Life, will be held in Melbourne on 9-11 July 2008.
I invite you to submit a paper or a symposia proposal for consideration at this Conference.
The Conference will focus on five major themes:
- Family Relationships
- Children, Youth and Patterns of Care
- Families and Work
- Families and Community Life
- Violence and Protection Issues
These are the themes around which the Institute’s current work is organised. They are closely related to national policy priorities and areas of particular research interest. Within the framework of these broad themes there are sub-themes covering an extensive range of topics related to families that allow a broader scope for discussion. Although these areas are the focus of the conference, it is not restricted solely to these themes.
I encourage papers in all areas of family research and studies to be submitted for consideration for inclusion in the Conference's 3-day program. The closing date for submissions is
15 February 2008.
I warmly welcome your participation.
Professor Alan Hayes
Director, Australian Institute of Family Studies
Key Dates |
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| Abstract Submissions |
Open |
| Abstract Submissions Close |
15 February 2008 |
| Registration Opens |
15 February 2008 |
| Notification of Accepted Abstracts by |
15 March 2008 |
| Early Bird Registrations Close |
14 April 2008 |
| AIFS 2008 Conference |
9-11 July 2008 |
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Call for Abstracts
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS: Open
Abstract Submissions Close: 15 February 2008
The Institute invites submissions from anyone interested in presenting individual papers or symposia at the AIFS Conference, Melbourne Exhibition Centre, 9-11 July 2008.
Submit your abstract online:
Abstract Submission
Individual papers of 20 minutes
Symposia
Symposia: 3 papers (1.5 hours) or 4 papers (2 hours)
The conference is a valuable forum for wide-ranging discussions about family issues. This Conference is aimed at national and international researchers, policy makers and practitioners, providing an opportunity for delegates to discuss recent family research, contribute to ongoing debates and explore key policy implications.
The Conference enables researchers, policy makers and practitioners to report on their findings from family-related research and their practice. With such a wide range of discipline areas being offered, it is an opportunity to share knowledge, and reflect on the policy and practice implications of research findings.
 Themes:
- Family Relationships
- Children, Youth and Patterns of Care
- Families and Work
- Families and Community Life
- Violence and Protection Issues
There will also be an open stream for papers that do not directly
fit into these themes.
The Institute also welcomes papers exploring research methodologies
and problems (especially longitudinal work), theory relating to family
and gender, comparative research, policy and program evaluation, and historical scholarship.
Guidelines:
 Submissions must be made online via the Conference website
www.aifsconference08.com by
15 February 2008. - Abstracts are restricted to 250 words.
- Abstracts for symposia (3 or 4 papers) are to be submitted
on one form using the specific Symposia online form.
- Individual papers and symposium proposals will reviewed by the Organising Committee and authors
will be notified by
15 March 2008. For symposia, the individual submitting the proposal will be the sole source of contact and responsible for communication with each author.
- Successful presentations will be sorted into sub-themes where
possible and be incorporated into the Program.
- Authors will receive the scheduled date and time well in
advance to book their registration and travel arrangements.
- All accepted abstracts will be published in the Abstract Book
and posted on the AIFS website after the Conference.
- It is a requirement that all presenting authors register for the Conference by 15 April 2008 to ensure publication in the Abstract Book.
- By submitting a paper, you agree that, if it is accepted, you and each presenter will be available to present your submission at the allocated times and consequently will register and attend the Conference at your own expense.
Keynote Speakers
We are delighted to announce the following confirmed keynote speakers.
Peter Whiteford - Principal Administrator, Social Policy Division, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Paris. Peter is an expert in welfare reform, and other aspects of social policy, particularly ways of supporting the balance between work and family life. His research has also concentrated on international comparisons of systems of social protection and comparisons of poverty and income distribution.
Andrew Cherlin - Professor of Sociology and Public Policy, Department of Sociology, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Professor Cherlin has published widely on the sociology of families and public policy. He is an eminent scholar on many aspects of family life and relationships. In 2003, he received the Distinguished Career Award from the Family Section of the American Sociological Association.
Ruth Weston - General Manager, Research, at the Australian Institute of Family Studies, Melbourne, Australia. For more than 25 years, Ruth has been conducting extensive research at the Australian Institute of Family Studies on family transitions and wellbeing in Australia. This has included couple and family formation, fertility decision-making, parent-adolescent relationships, and relationship breakdown - particularly the emotional and financial consequences of marriage breakdown.
About AIFS
| The Institute was established in February 1980 to promote the identification and understanding of factors affecting marital and family stability in Australia. The Institute contributes to family wellbeing in Australia by undertaking high-quality research that informs the Australian Government and the community, and influences policy, services and support for families. It is a national and international leader in identifying, developing and providing timely and reliable information about issues affecting families in Australia. This is the 10th Australian Institute of Family Studies Conference. |
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Exhibition
 If you want to interact and reach our Conference delegates in the lead up to, during and after the Conference, there is no better way than exhibiting during the Conference. Please contact us if you are interested in this invaluable face to face opportunity.
AIFS 2008 Conference Secretariat
ICMS Australasia
PO Box 5005
South Melbourne VIC 3205
Australia
Tel: (+61 3) 9682 0500
Fax: (+61 3) 9682 0344
Email: info@aifsconference08.com
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