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In the absence of agreement about child resilience, this study used a Delphi procedure with 32 experts in child development to reach agreement about child resilience. According to participants child resilience is best defined as a process whereby a child develops the capacity to adapt when experiencing adversity, although the experience of adversity is not essential to developing resilience. Resilience is multiply determined and can be learned. Consensus was not reached regarding measurement of resilience, but participants endorsed principles to guide measurement. Multiple intervention options were endorsed, with the agreement that both child and environment be targeted. This study provides directions for improving understanding and measurement of child resilience, and will guide practice by professionals working with families to promote child resilience.

The article discusses the Future Healthy Countdown 2030, a framework designed to monitor and improve the health and well-being of children and young people in Australia. It highlights the increasing inequities and challenges faced by this population, including poverty, obesity, child maltreatment, climate change concerns, and mental disorders. The Countdown aims to measure progress, inspire action, and prioritize policies that address these issues. The article emphasizes the importance of systemic policy change, prevention, and involving young people and children in decision-making. It also mentions existing frameworks and initiatives in Australia and other countries that focus on children's well-being and the need for government accountability in this area. The article also acknowledges the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and calls for action to address the specific challenges faced by children and young people in Australia. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the importance of children and young people feeling valued, loved, and safe in order to reach their full potential. It highlights pressing issues in Australia, such as maltreatment and lack of safe environments, and provides key indicator measures, including child maltreatment rates and the proportion of children in out-of-home care. The article emphasizes the need for strength-based measures and investments in the first 1000 days of a child's life. It also addresses the impacts of not feeling valued, loved, or safe, including poor mental health and difficulties in personal relationships. The National Framework for Protecting Australia's Children is mentioned as a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children. The article concludes by discussing indicators of what matters, such as children in out-of-home care and children experiencing family conflict, and the importance of measuring the reach and impact of support programs. [Extracted from the article]