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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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Understanding the social impacts of drought ^research

A comprehensive review of the evidence around the social impacts of drought and factors which may mitigate the adverse social impacts.

Research and resources

Published June 2022
Authors : Dr Leanne Lester

Part Discount Grocer, Part Social Connection: Defining Elements of Social Supermarkets ^research

This research briefly summarizes evidence on the characteristics and offerings of social supermarkets, describes a process used to collaboratively develop one which incorporates universal access and social supports, and presents a rubric to define its elements.

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Published November 2023
Authors : Dr Tahna Pettman, Katherine Pontifex, Carmel P. Williams, Deborah Wildgoose, Carolyn Dent, Gavin Fairbrother, James Chapman, Rory Spreckley, Prof Ian Goodwin-Smith and Prof Svetlana Bogomolova

The CSI Social Economy Survey ^research

Increasingly referred to as the 'social economy', our researchers are conducting a national project that aims to build our understanding of the Australian for-purpose sector over the next 3 years.

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Seeking participants
Authors : Associate Professor Melissa Edwards (Lead Researcher)

Payment by Outcomes: Measuring the effectiveness of jobs-focused social enterprises ^research

The Payment by Outcomes trial for social enterprise is the first federal government-funded trial of its kind in Australia, where jobs-focused social enterprises are paid for employment outcomes they create. CSI Swinburne has been engaged to deliver an independent evaluation over a 3-year period.

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In progress
Authors : Dr Roksolana Suchowerska, Dr Aurora Elmes, Dr Mike Moran, Libby Ward-Christie and Dr Tim Pullen

It’s a lifeline: A long-term approach to improving energy support programs for households facing vulnerability ^research

This project aims to determine ‘what works’ and what actions are needed to address the drivers and effects of energy hardship. It also provides design-insights into a suitable model for an energy efficiency service.

Research and resources

Published October 2023
Authors : Professor Erin Wilson

100 Families WA ^research

A 4-year collective action research project with a vision to address the issue of entrenched disadvantage or hardship, as experienced by families living in Western Australia.

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Published 2019 - 2023
Authors : Ami Seivwright, Paul Flatau, Zoe Callis, Carol Orr, Shawn Phillips, Susan Young, Colleen Fisher and Maria Harries

Looking Through an Aboriginal Lens: Results of the Ngalang Moort Wangkiny Project (100 Families Western Australia) ^research

100 Families WA: This Aboriginal-led research reports reveals entrenched disadvantage in Perth and the major lessons towards ending this cycle.

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Published November 2023
Authors : Associate Professor Tuguy Esgin, Dr David O'Shaughnessy, Dr Leanne Lester, Professor Paul Flatau and Glenda Kickett

Evaluation of Centrecare’s Entrypoint Outreach Program: Supporting families facing homelessness ^research

Evaluation of a preventative early intervention pilot designed to divert families and individuals from homelessness into the rental housing market, and stopping homelessness before it occurs.

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Published September 2023
Authors : Paul Flatau, David O'Shaughnessy, Leanne Lester, Lisette Kaleveld and Reuben Lester

Evaluation of the Australian Human Rights Commission ‘IncludeAbility’ project 2020-2023: Key Findings ^research

This evaluation presents findings about a program which aims to increase access to meaningful and sustainable jobs and careers for people with disability, create inclusive workplaces, and build greater organisational capacity to address employment barriers.

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Published November 2023
Authors : Dr Jenny Crosbie and Professor Erin Wilson

Data for Good: Exploring the rise and impact of artificial intelligence on the social sector ^research

In partnership with Uniting Communities, the ‘Data for Good’ project will consider emerging priorities for social services and the use of data, especially automated decision making and AI.

Research and resources

In progress

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