Organisation
La Trobe University
Report
Facebook and the news media: how Australians engage with news and misinformation online
This report explores the evolving relationship between Australian news organisations, social media (Facebook) and online audiences. The study analyses more than three million posts from 25 Australian news publishers to gain insights into how news content is distributed, how audiences engage with news topics, and the nature of misinformation and disinformation spread.
Evaluation
Enliven pilot project evaluation: final report
Enliven Community is a shared support facilitation model which includes facilitators who help National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants coordinate their support and communicate with providers. This independent evaluation explored residents' experiences with the Enliven Community Pilot Project and assessed its effectiveness in achieving positive outcomes.
Discussion paper
Measuring, monitoring and diagnosing the impact of mis/dis information to support future (non-legislative) policy development
This paper outlines the state of the Australian information environment in comparison to other countries, focusing on the perceived threat of misinformation and disinformation on public information quality. It examines the scale, nature, spread and effects of misinformation in democracies, identifying key lessons and recommendations.
Evaluation
Evaluation of the Eating Disorders Medicare Benefit Schedule items
This process and outcome evaluation of the Eating Disorders Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items aimed to understand if it is meeting the needs of those delivering and receiving the services. It found people who had received treatment reported significantly lower levels of eating disorder symptoms after treatment. Wholesale retention of the current items is recommended.
Evaluation
Evaluation of My Rights Matter: a program to change understanding, skills and policy about supported decision making
This evaluation report reviews the operation and effectiveness of the My Rights Matter program, which aimed to promote supported decision making by people with intellectual disability. The report reflects on the overall success and learnings from the program.