With the release of its Measuring What Matters framework the Australian Government has taken the first steps to embedding wellbeing in policy and decision-making. Critical to its success will be gaining the perspectives and buy-in of the Australian public. This paper provides the foundations to support the government and community sector to embark on a...

Australians don’t always talk a lot about the ideals of democracy, but democracy is deeply embedded in Australian ways of life. This report invites Australians to reflect on our ​democracy – to recognise and celebrate its strengths, to acknowledge its vulnerabilities, and to join with common purpose and democratic spirit in our continuing traditions of...

The right to protest is fundamental to Australia's democracy. This report analyses and compiles every single bill across Australia over the last two decades which has impacted upon the right to protest, and finds that people’s ability to come together freely and peacefully to speak out on issues they care about is being steadily eroded.

Ithaka S+R researchers, in collaboration with the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, undertook this research project focused on the link between higher education, civic engagement, and democratic attitudes and behaviors.

Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) is gaining renewed prominence, with regulatory requirements fast-tracking ESG reporting, particularly in Australia. This report advocates for the prioritisation of engagement in contributing to and enhancing the integrity of ESG frameworks and reporting to increase trust in democratic practices and rebuild trust in government.