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University of Melbourne

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Equitable foundations: a framework for gender-wise philanthropy in partnerships

Josephine Barraket, Stacey Ong, Julie Reilly, Ella Mitchell, Joyce Teo

This framework provides a clear and practical roadmap, whether you are at the beginning of the gender-wise path or are more experienced in applying a gender lens to increase philanthropic impact and gender equity. Informed by case studies and broader sector expertise, the framework draws on experiences of funders and partners in projects supporting women’s...
Case study

Equitable foundations: case studies of gender-wise philanthropy in housing partnerships

Josephine Barraket, Stacey Ong, Julie Reilly, Ella Mitchell, Joyce Teo

Collaboration with other philanthropic organisations, government agencies, investors, and grassroots movements focused on gender issues can further amplify the success and impact of interventions. This case study report makes clear that a gender lens is a helpful tool in understanding and responding effectively to any issue – and the housing crisis is no exception.
Report

Self-managed Home Aged Care support: research report


This study investigated the benefits and risks to: older people who self-manage their home care package; their support workers; and ways to mitigate these risks. The findings highlight how older people can successfully self-manage their aged Home Care Package and how risks can be managed.
Report

Intimate partner violence among current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force personnel and families

Laura Finlayson-Short, Jenelle Baur, Ellie Lawrence-Wood, Jeremy McCarthy, Anne-Laure Couineau, Meaghan O’Donnell, Stewart Muir, David Forbes

In Australian-first research, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) commissioned Phoenix Australia to examine the rates of intimate partner violence among current- and ex-serving Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel, using data collected in 2015 from a large-scale study of current (at the time) and recently (then) transitioned ADF personnel and their families.
Report

Investigating the benefits of assistance dogs or pet dogs for people with autism


The NDIA’s Research and Evaluation Branch has completed a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis of quantitative studies, and meta-aggregation of qualitative studies to understand the benefits of assistance dogs or pets for people with autism.