Appendix A: Survey cover letter from FaHCSIA
Box 7788 Canberra Mail Centre ACT 2610
Telephone 1300 653 227
TTy 1800 260 402
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<<Address Details>>
Dear <<SFCS Program/Service>>,
The Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) is conducting a research project on father engagement with programs and services funded through the Stronger Families and Communities Strategy (SFCS). Parenting, family orientated and child development and wellbeing programs and services are being included in the research project.
This study is being conducted on behalf of the SFCS evaluation consortium with the full knowledge and support of the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs.
The study is part of the national evaluation of the SFCS and will provide valuable insight into fathers' participation in the strategy, and contribute to building the Australian evidence base about father engagement within community services.
Participation in the study is voluntary. Please read the enclosed information from AIFS and consider if your service or program would like to contribute to the research project.
If you have any questions regarding the study please contact [contact details removed].
Yours sincerely,
[Contact details removed]
Branch Manager