This Early Childhood Report uses qualitative and quantitative data, collected during the first 14 waves (yearly assessments) of the Longitudinal Study of Indigenous Children (LSIC), to explore early childhood experiences, and the ways these experiences relate to later outcomes (during middle childhood and adolescence) for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families. It includes stories from families and community members who took part. Knowing more about what helps children from their early years right through to their teenage years means communities can feel stronger, and services can be better planned and supported. 

This study includes findings that early connections to culture, Country, language, and feeling proud and strong in identity, and belonging to Mob are important for childrens' wellbeing as they get older.