Lived experience
Alternative labels
Living experience
Description
Lived experience refers to a representation of the experiences and choices of a given person, and the knowledge that they gain from these experiences and choices. [Wikipedia]
Journal article
The critical role of lived experience reporting guidelines to improve research with young disabled people
Social and public health research should involve the people it will affect. This article finds that while engagement with disabled young people in research is getting better, the reporting of their involvement is not. Essential reporting criteria are proposed to promote research quality by fostering accountability and reproducibility.
Report
Foundational and disability supports available for children and young people in New South Wales
This interim report examines the supports available for children and young people with developmental delay or disability in New South Wales, the challenges associated with accessing these supports and the ways in which particular communities experience these challenges differently. The 15 findings and 17 recommendations emphasise investing earlier and supporting trusted, locally‑embedded services.
Survey Report
Racism & racial discrimination in Australian universities: report on the Racism@Uni survey
The Racism@Uni survey, conducted in 2025, offers a detailed examination of racism in Australian universities. This presentation of the survey results presents a thematic analysis of open-ended qualitative questions. The analysis provides an understanding of the lived experiences of individuals affected by racism and the attitudes of respondents toward the topic of racism in Australian...
Video
Lunch & learn: how you can use evidence to make a difference in your work
This recorded webinar focuses on how research and data-driven evidence can be practically applied to improve employment services and life outcomes for people with disability. The presenters highlight common barriers and offers practical strategies to overcome them. Overall, the message is that embedding evidence‑based practice improves real‑world outcomes.
Report
Understanding how interventions for youth depression and anxiety work
This report shares synthesised evidence on the mechanisms of youth mental health interventions, examines the gaps and opportunities for research, and shares insights from young people with lived experience of mental health problems. It includes recommendations for future research to fill the gaps and better inform policy and funding decisions.