I wrote a piece for the James Martin Institute for Public Policy about how #nswpol could lead on diversity in politics by acting as a laboratory of democracy thepolicymaker.jmi.org.au/nsw-could-be-a… #auspol

Today is the International Day for Biological Diversity, a chance to recognise the invaluable contributions of researchers whose expertise and dedication are crucial in shaping effective strategies to preserve and protect the planet's #biodiversity. Last week, we featured Dr

On 28 May, JMI launched the first in a series of Policy Talks events, which aim to build a community of policy professionals across sectors to foster innovation and inclusivity at all levels of government policy. The event, which focused on affordable and accessible housing,

Only a couple of tickets left for "Influencing Policy through Research" with Professor Adam Graycar, A/Prof Meru Sheel and Garner Clancey tomorrow! Get in fast to secure your place and explore how to bridge the divide between academics and policymakers: eventbrite.com.au/e/influencing-…

Our webinar on the Australian Universities Accord is now LIVE - follow it here: 🧵 'If only our UK policy world could generate such a vision and make it practical'.

The collaborative nature of Australia’s recent higher education reforms and its embrace of massification provide a “great model” for the UK sector to copy, experts tell Higher Education Policy Institute webinar timeshighereducation.com/news/australia…

A great choice! We're delighted to hear today's announcement that our Chair, Professor Peter Shergold AC, will lead the Australian Research Council's new, independent board.

*Save the date* Explore with us how to deliver a stronger future for Australia. Bringing together government policymakers, researchers, industry and community experts, the 2024 JMI Policymaker Summit will consider ways to shape a more equitable future for Australia and forge

Wonderful to see the publication of JMI Policy Fellow Dr Sophie-May Kerr's op-ed ‘From units to homes: How Australian policymakers could lead the way on family-friendly housing’, in The Mandarin yesterday: themandarin.com.au/249439-how-pol… Read the Policy Insights Paper 'Planning for the

⭐ JMI Policymaker Summit - Panellist Announcement Panel 1: Investing in early interventions for intergenerational equity Investment in early interventions can promote greater intergenerational equity and chart a more prosperous, inclusive economy in the future. While

⭐ JMI Policymaker Summit - Panellist Announcement Panel 2: Setting strategic directions for the Australian economy – shaping the markets This session will consider how policy can set new directions for a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable economy for Australia. In light

✍️Policymaker Article A childcare system that responds to the actual needs of families and local communities will improve equity and increase productivity. Here’s what a flexible, place-based approach might look like. Read Dr Teddy Nagaddya, Dr Jenna Condie , Dr Sharlotte

✍️Now on The Policymaker: Key insights ahead of the JMI Policymaker Summit 2024 Some governments are starting to develop better frameworks to understand the benefits of investing in long-term wellbeing and prevention. Here’s where to start. Read Hannah Lobb's article here:

✍️ New article on The Policymaker Australians should embrace prefabricated homes as an efficient and sustainable way to boost supply and lower prices. Government should lead the way with a supportive policy framework Read Dr Parisa Ziaesaeidi's article here:

💡 New article on The Policymaker Recent changes to Australia’s Paid Parental Leave scheme are a positive development. However, government can do more to value care work as a social good, including by encouraging fathers to take paternity leave and integrating parental leave

💡 New article on The Policymaker Local microfactories have the potential to sustainably supply the metals and critical materials needed for Australia’s green transition. But what are the right policy settings to support the reprocessing of waste for manufacturing? Read

🎬 Watch highlights We are excited to share the recap of The Policymaker Summit 2024! This year’s Summit aimed to advance practical policy opportunities to support intergenerational equity. Discussions covered housing, energy, transport, education, and economic policy,

Great piece by CPD's Cressida Gaukroger in James Martin Institute for Public Policy's Policymaker today, that explains that by measuring outcomes beyond immediate upfront costs, governments can develop a more holistic understanding of the downstream effects of their decisions. thepolicymaker.jmi.org.au/better-budgeti…