Indigenous language landscapes. Why a fuller understanding of Indigenous peoples’ language contexts is important 2024 Paul Bourke Award Lecture | Dr Denise Angelo with Indigenous language researchers:Tara Bonney, Marmingee Hand, Corina Norman, Carmel Ryan, Jasmine Seymour, Bernadine Yeatman Date: Tuesday 1 OctoberTime: 6.30 – 8.00pm, followed by light refreshmentsVenue: Hedley Bull Lecture Theatre 1, Australian…
Priorities and Future Directions for Educational Research Monday 5 August 2024 | Melbourne This invitation-only roundtable was organised by the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia and the Australian Association for Research in Education (AARE) to discuss challenges and opportunities for the field of education research in Australia going forward. The program and background…
2024 Annual Dinner | Tuesday 19 November | 6.00 – 10.00pm The Marion, Canberra The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia warmly invites you to join us for our 2024 Annual Dinner. The dinner will be held at The Marion in Canberra on Tuesday 19 November 2024 with arrivals from 6.00pm and formalities commencing…
Smart meets silly in The Peer Revue, where cutting-edge research fuels improv comedy. Each show, a different superstar researcher tells stories from their research, which will inspire a cast of talented improvisers to create brand new, unscripted comedy. Thu Sep 12 – Guest: Professor Jill Blackmore AM Universities are full of smart people who are…
New Fellows Presentations | Tuesday 19 November | 2.00 – 5.00pm The Conservatory | Midnight Hotel, Canberra Free event Each year, the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia elects the most distinguished social scientists in Australia as Fellows. These New Fellows will join the ranks of over 700 of Australia’s leading researchers and professionals across…
Using social science to inform hepatitis C elimination efforts in prisons 2024 Paul Bourke Award Lecture given by Dr Lise Lafferty. In this address Dr Lafferty reflected on a decade of social science research to understand key enablers and barriers to hepatitis C risk, prevention, testing and treatment in the prison setting. People who use drugs…
A Social Sciences Week special event Tuesday 10 September National Library of Australia In an era where social media shapes our interactions and perceptions, the lines between connection and division have never been more blurred. With rising concerns about misinformation, online bans and the impact of digital echo chambers, we must ask: is social media…
As we count down to COP29 in Azerbaijan in November 2024, global policymakers are dubbing it the ‘finance COP’. Funding climate action, domestically and internationally, is one of the critical challenges in the campaign against climate change. There has never been a more crucial moment to optimise the sustainable finance movement, scaling up green investment…
The Academy Workshops Program offers financial assistance to Australian social scientists to host multidisciplinary workshops, aimed at advancing research and policy agendas on nationally important issues. Each year, up to eight workshops are funded, with grants of up to $9,000 (excl. GST). In this session, we provide a comprehensive overview of the Workshops Program, covering…
CEDA in partnership with the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia, is pleased to invite you to participate in a discussion on tax reform with leading commentators. Tax reform has consistently been a contentious topic, with successive governments hesitant to address it significantly, and experts involved in the discourse often at odds over the…
Australian Roadmap for Open Research Thursday 13 June 2024 | Canberra A nationally significant conversation to initiate design of an Australian Roadmap for Open Research. Australia needs a clear vision and co-ordinated leadership for Open Research. This invitation-only policy roundtable connected a diverse group of stakeholders from across government, research funding bodies, peak bodies, the…
This collaborative webinar on Exploring Indigenous Research: Conducting ethical research and improving access of research outcomes to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples aimed to deepen understanding of ethical and responsible research practices within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Leading researchers, stakeholders, and institutions shared insights and practical guidance on conducting ethical research and…
The Future of Medicare: Research-informed policy for better access and health Wednesday 19 June9.30am – 5.00pmNational Portrait Gallery, Canberra A conference marking the 40th anniversary of Medicare Since its inception in 1984, Medicare has faced numerous challenges such as increasing costs, population ageing, and the growing burden of chronic disease. To meet such challenges, continuous…
2021 Intergenerational Report Roundtable: Analysis and implications of the 2021 Intergenerational Report Thursday 28 – Friday 29 September 2021 CANBERRA A comprehensive analysis of the 2021 Intergenerational Report produced following the roundtable is now available. View the book here. The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia convened an in-depth discussion of the role of…
Quality, equity and inclusion: Maximising participation in early learning Friday 19 April 2024 | Canberra This invitation-only policy roundtable connected the Productivity Commission team undertaking the inquiry into Australia’s early childhood education and care sector with a multidisciplinary group of Academy Fellows and leading social sciences experts. The roundtable focused on two important aspects of…
2024 Fay Gale Lecture: Presented by Professor Pam Nilan ‘Youth, Masculinity and the Far Right in Australia’ This lecture considered the nexus of youthful masculinity and far right discourse in Australia. It constituted a gendered reflection on data collected from a range of men for an Australian Research Council Discovery-funded research project titled Far Right…
2024 Cunningham Lecture: Presented by Professor Betsey Stevenson Marriage, family and work in an age of rising gender equality Date: Thursday 11 AprilTime: 5.00 – 6.00pm lecture, 6.00 – 7.00pm refreshmentsLocation: Tyree Room, John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW Kensington Betsey Stevenson is a professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan. She is also…
The two-day symposium on AUKUS strategic partnership ran on 15-16 August 2024 in Canberra. Since its inception in 2022, AUKUS has received bipartisan political support, shaping crucial discussions on national security and international relations. The symposium featured expert analysis and discussions on the political, legal, strategic and economic aspects of AUKUS. This event allowed academics…
This workshop took place on 5 December 2023 in Canberra and online to provide an opportunity for those interested in the Australian Research Council’s (ARC) premier Centres of Excellence program to learn about the ins- and outs of developing a successful application and running a successful centre. The focus was on opportunities for aspiring researchers…
Explore critical issues surrounding our current and future digital world at the 2023 Annual Symposium, Digital Society: Social science perspectives for a better future. Engage with experts from diverse social science fields as we explore lessons learned from past experiences with technology and AI and apply these to today’s rapidly changing landscape. Dive into conversations on…
A comprehensive summary of Shaping the Future: A new approach to policy that works for young people is available to read and download now. Shaping the Future: A new approach to policy that works for young people is a nationally significant conversation on how young people are positioned within the policy development and implementation…
2023 Cunningham Lecture | Distinguished Professor Susan Danby FASSA Risks and opportunities: Building social contexts for young children’s digital interactions Exploring the complex intersection between young children and digital technologies begins with understanding children’s participation within social contexts involving their digital interactions. With the rapid advancement of technology, young children are increasingly engaging with digital…
Register online to attend the Academy’s Panel Meetings and Annual General Meeting. To register, select 1 ticket for each meeting you would like to attend. For example, 1 x Annual General Meeting ticket and 1 x Panel A Meeting ticket. You will receive seperate emails with a Zoom link for each meeting before the annual…
WatershedThe 2022 Australian Federal ElectionEdited by: Anika Gauja, Marian Sawer, Jill SheppardPublished by ANU Press Australia’s 2022 federal election played out in ways that few could have expected. Not only did it bring a change of government; it also saw the lowest number of primary votes for the major parties and the election of the…