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As a collaboration of four leading Australian universities, the Centre for Social Impact is renowned for the quality of its research. We are practice-led, informed by lived experience, driven by rigorous investigation, and embedded in organizations, communities, and social support systems.

Below, you'll discover a diverse range of purpose-driven research encompassing vital topics such as housing and homelessness, employment, systems reform, financial inclusion, social enterprise, mental health, and domestic violence. Browse our comprehensive studies to gain valuable insights and inspiration to contribute to positive social change.

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Measuring Outcomes Experienced by Users of Community Services ^research

Measuring Outcomes Experienced by Users of Community Services | Published in the British Journal of Social Work

Research and resources

Published December 2024
Authors : Prof Erin Wilson, Dr Robert Campain and Dr Chris Brown

Wellbeing and job satisfaction among employees with intellectual disability ^research

This research by CSI Swinburne examined job satisfaction and wellbeing of employees with intellectual disabilities, revealing some of the key factors that support wellbeing and workplace inclusion.

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Authors : Dr Andrew Joyce, Dr Perri Campbell, Dr Jenny Crosbie and Prof Erin Wilson

ARC Linkage Grant ‘Social prescribing: linking Australian social, health and community sectors’ ^research

Researchers from CSI Flinders recently won an ARC Linkage grant to co-design a social prescribing model for South Australia, in collaboration with six partners.

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In Progress
Authors : Prof Svetlana Bogomolova, Dr Candice Oster, Dr Ashleigh Powell, Dr Claire Hutchinson and Dr Sahar Faghidno

Financial Wellbeing Program for Jobs-Focused Social Enterprises - Cycle 1 Evaluation Report ^research

Explore key insights from CSI Swinburne's latest report on the Financial Wellbeing Program by White Box Enterprises, funded by Ecstra Foundation.

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Published
Authors : Dr Krzysztof Dembek and Dr Aurora Elmes

Financial Wellbeing Program for Jobs-Focused Social Enterprises - Cycle 2 Evaluation Report ^research

Explore key insights from CSI Swinburne's latest report on the Financial Wellbeing Program by White Box Enterprises, funded by Ecstra Foundation.

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Authors : Dr Krzysztof Dembek and Dr Aurora Elmes

PowerUp Online Safety Developmental Evaluation ^research

Online safety for students aged 15-17 is the focus of a new digital program, informed by research at CSI Flinders.

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Published 2025
Authors : Dr Nada Ibrahim and Professor Ian Goodwin-Smith

The Social Impact of Community Pools in the Pilbara ^research

The research found these programs delivered physical activity, education, health and employment outcomes and the report highlights many opportunities for further increasing the benefits in terms of social connection, well-being and economic participation.

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Published 2025
Authors : David O'Shaughnessy, Yasmine Hooper, Ben Scullin, Sarah Zou and Leanne Lester

Employer Disability Confidence: Moving Towards a Theory-Based Change Logic ^research

The primary objective of the research by CSI Swinburne was to develop a conceptual model of employer disability confidence

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Authors : Dr Joanne Xiaolei Qian-Khoo, Prof Erin Wilson and Kevin Murfitt

The Organisational Characteristics that Enable Successful Employment Transition for people with Intellectual Disabilities ^research

This research examines how organisational structure and culture influence the transition of people with intellectual disabilities to open employment.

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Published November 2024
Authors : Dr Andrew Joyce, Dr Perri Campbell, Dr Jenny Crosbie and Professor Erin Wilson

Workplace Structures and Culture That Support the Wellbeing of People with an Intellectual Disability ^research

This research examines the organisational characteristics, structures, and cultural elements of disability enterprise that foster positive wellbeing.

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Published November 2024
Authors : Dr Andrew Joyce, Dr Perri Campbell, Dr Jenny Crosbie and Professor Erin Wilson

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