Report
Creating safer and more useful health data systems for sexuality and gender diverse people in Australia
This report summarises the findings from sociological research on health data systems and the experiences and expectations of gender and sexuality diverse people in Australia, and their health care providers and advocates. It recommends improved clarity on who uses health data and for what purposes; and a strengthening of policy on data rights, social justice...
Survey Report
Exploring the media consumption and content preferences of diverse Australian audiences
This report provides a snapshot of the screen media consumption practices, content preferences and diversity-related audience perceptions of Australian adults, with a particular focus on Asian Australian and CALD viewers. It addresses a key evidence gap: while screen industry debates have increasingly focused on diversity, equity and inclusion, there remains limited updated audience data on...
Report
Still standing: how teacher shortages and turnover shape the work of those who stay
Schools across Australia are experiencing significant staffing pressures, with teacher shortages now widely recognised as a systemic and enduring issue. This report examines the lived experiences of teachers during unprecedented shortages, focusing on those who remain in hard-to-staff Australian schools and how systems can better support retention.
Report
Community radio and Australian music: building the music media eco-system
This research reports on the contribution of community radio to the Australian music industries. The sector's role in providing airplay and promotion for new and emerging artists is significant. The research finds that community radio contributes about $153 million in net value to the Australian music industries every year.
Report
Research examining pathways to secondary psychological injury
This report examines the key drivers that contribute to an injured worker developing a secondary psychological injury in Australia. Concerns have been raised about the impact of secondary psychological injury on worker recovery and return to work, claims costs and compensation scheme sustainability. Based on the findings, several policy and practice recommendations are proposed.