Research Summary
From the mouths of young people into policy: how can we implement qualitative research in policy?
A summary of a research project into young people’s perceptions of data privacy in Antigua & Barbuda for the Ministry of Education. The paper covers policy-relevant findings and documents the next steps into how to translate this research into policy change.
Case study
Children’s right to privacy and participation in the digital age
This paper explores the perspectives of young people in Antigua & Barbuda on privacy in a digital age and how they want their privacy improved. This case study is a showcase for involving young people in the policy process and is an example of how to develop digital policy in participatory ways.
Evaluation
Functioning or failing? An evaluation of the efficacy of the Australian Code of Practice on Disinformation and Misinformation
This report summarises extensive experimental research and advocacy over 2023 and 2024. It explores how both digital platforms’ systems and Australia’s voluntary regulatory framework are not ‘fit for purpose’ when it comes to mitigating the spread of misinformation and disinformation.
Discussion paper
Digital platform regulation green paper
The purpose of this paper is to provide a timely thought-piece. It identifies some emerging opportunities in the digital regulatory space, although it is not intended to be a total review of the Australian policy landscape.
Briefing paper
A duty of care in Australia’s Online Safety Act: policy briefing
This policy briefing reflects discussions held at a roundtable of 21 experts from academia and civil society in March 2024, where participants explored the opportunities and challenges of introducing a duty of care into Australia’s Online Safety Act. This briefing paper presents an overview of the discussion.