Social issues
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Guide
Evidence-informed practice compass
The evidence‑informed practice compass is a practical decision‑making framework that helps child and family service organisations embed evidence‑informed approaches into their everyday work. It sets out the core domains that underpin high‑quality practice and supports teams to reflect on what they currently do and identify where improvements are needed.
Report
Moving to the country: analysing regional migrant outcomes
Regional visas are a growing part of Australia’s skilled migration system. They are intended to support regional economies and ease pressure on major cities. However this analysis finds many regional visa holders are not in places the public may think of as 'regional'. It concludes that regional policy may not be having its desired effect.
Report
Off the books: inside Australia’s hidden system of migrant worker exploitation
This report presents findings on the working conditions of migrants on temporary visas in Australia. It shows how underpayment, insecure employment structures and non-compliant employer practices form a system of exploitation. The report includes recommendations on how the Australian Government can better protect migrant workers.
Journal article
Identifying success factors and impacts of social and emotional well-being programmes for First Nations youth in Australia
This article describes the protocol for a culturally responsive scoping review that will map success factors and social and emotional wellbeing impacts of programmes delivered in Australia for First Nations youth aged 10–18 years. The scoping review is designed to be undertaken collaboratively with First Nations people and non-Indigenous allies.
Report
Gambling Policy and Research Unit: synthesis report
This report is the culmination of a four-year independent research program into gambling across Great Britain, conducted between 2021 and 2025. The report summarises the approach and findings. It concludes with recommendations for policymakers, researchers and the gambling sector on how to continue developing practical, evidence-based ways to reduce gambling-related harms.