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Introduction

Aboriginal kinship and Aboriginal structures are still cohesive forces which bind Aboriginal people together in all parts of Australia. Aboriginal family life has been directly impacted by colonialism this section provides an overview of:

• Demographics of the Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander families
• Current family issues and concerns
• Family services
• Examples of Government policy documents
• Links to useful resources