This guide supports organisations in planning, measuring and communicating program outcomes. It outlines key components of outcomes measurement and evaluation, explaining core concepts, their importance and practical application. It is intended for individuals and organisations seeking to create positive social impact and understand their contribution at individual, organisational, community and societal levels more clearly overall.

This discussion paper examines psychosocial support in Australia’s mental health system and the economic evidence of its impact. While emerging findings indicate mental, social, and economic benefits, robust evaluation remains limited. Gaps include definitions, frameworks, and system-level data. The paper calls for investment in measurement, mapping, and economic evaluation to strengthen evidence and inform reform.

A world where economies are measured by the extent to which they generate positive social and environmental outcomes is being shaped around the globe by the social economy. This first comprehensive research into Australia’s social economy explores key areas including funding, partnerships, impact measurement, legal and policy frameworks, and digital technologies.

A series of policy provocations on how policymakers can more effectively address the housing supply and affordability crisis in Australia. Contribution themes include housing security, opening the window to housing for all and a fresh look at the Australian housing dream.

The first comprehensive benchmark of personal philanthropy in Australia’s technology sector, this report finds the sector uniquely positioned to unlock a new era of giving in Australia. This community is more likely to give, give more and give differently. Tech givers often applying entrepreneurial principles to their philanthropy.