Australia
Briefing paper
Policy priorities for the economic reform roundtable
Ahead of the upcoming Australian Government's Economic Reform Roundtable, this policy report highlights relevant research and potential policy directions aimed at achieving the Roundtable’s stated goals of improving resilience, productivity and fiscal sustainability. It provide policymakers with recommendations in four key areas.
Discussion paper
Opportunities for reform to improve workforce participation of Disability Support Pension recipients
Too many people with disability are locked out of employment. This report explores how targeted changes to the Australian Disability Support Pension (DSP) could reduce the financial risks and disincentives facing recipients who want to work. The report analyses how DSP taper rates, suspension rules and administrative complexity affect employment decisions and labour force participation.
Evaluation
Health in My Language – sexual and reproductive health: final evaluation report
The evaluation found this project effectively improves migrant and refugee women’s Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) knowledge, confidence and attitudes. Women gained vital information, felt more comfortable sharing it and were more willing to seek services. The project shows clear positive impact and offers recommendations on how to strengthen the project.
Report
Lessons from Canada: an equal school system is possible
This report is the result of a study tour to Canada to learn more about possible approaches that have significant potential to enhance educational delivery in Australia. Australia’s schools are among the world's most segregated. The report shows that with the right structures, regulations and funding in place, Australia can build an equal school system.
Evaluation
Inclusive Pathways to Employment pilot: final evaluation report
The Inclusive Pathway to Employment (IPE) pilot trialled ways mainstream youth employment services can support young people with disability to pursue their interests, aspirations and goals. The evaluation found the IPE pilot provided early integrated transition support that offers a cohesive, aspiration-focused and inclusive service across systems for young people with disability. It identified four...