The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (the Academy) is a prestigious institution that promotes excellence in the social sciences in Australia. As such, the publications produced by the Academy aim to advance understanding and knowledge in the social sciences, and to inform policy-making, public debate, and academic research.

The Academy publishes a range of materials, including reports, submissions, position statements and more. These publications cover a wide range of topics within the social sciences, including anthropology, economics, geography, history, law, political science, psychology, and sociology.

The Academy’s publications are typically characterised by their high quality, rigorous scholarship, and interdisciplinary approach. They often showcase cutting-edge research and innovative thinking in the social sciences, and are written by leading scholars in the field.

Overall, the publications produced by the Academy are an important source of knowledge and expertise in the social sciences in Australia, and are highly regarded both domestically and internationally.

Horizon scan and evidence mapping project

Horizon scan and evidence mapping project

A series of reports prepared by the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia and the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering for Safe Work Australia maps the national work health and safety (WHS) and workers’ compensation research landscape. The project used an innovative research methodology, combining a taxonomy based scoping review, case study

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Deaths by suicide in the context of domestic and family violence: Examining context, prevention and responses

Over the past decade in Australia, policy and practice efforts to address all forms ofgendered violence, including domestic and family violence (DFV), have acceleratedregarding the nature, prevalence, impacts and responses. DFV has wide-ranging health,social and economic impacts for victim-survivors, which are exacerbated by structuralinequalities related to gender as well as experiences of intergenerational trauma, race

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Reframing Practice: Site Recording Methodologies and Ethics in Western Australian Aboriginal Heritage

Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation (YMAC) is the native title representative body for thePilbara, Murchison and Gascoyne regions in Western Australia. YMAC anthropologists andarchaeologists are heavily involved in applied heritage activities including cultural heritagesurveys, native title research, cultural mapping projects for Prescribed Bodies Corporate(PBCs), collaboration with Indigenous ranger groups, traditional ecological knowledgeprograms, and social impact assessments.

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Submission: Higher Education Support Amendment (Reverse Job-Ready Graduates Fee Hikes and End 50k Arts Degrees) Bill 2025

The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia made a submission to the Education and Employment Legislation Committee inquiry into the Higher Education Support Amendment (Reverse Job-Ready Graduates Fee Hikes and End 50k Arts Degrees) Bill 2025 The Academy welcomes the committee’s focus on the significant and unresolved issues arising from the Job-ready Graduates package.

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Submission: Possible association to Horizon Europe: request for information

The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia made a submission to the Department of Industry, Science and Resources request for information on Australia’s possible association with Horizon Europe. The Academy welcomes the commencement of treaty negotiations on Australia’s association to Horizon Europe. Association would provide Australian researchers and industry partners with direct access to

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Submission: Productivity in Australia

Submission to the Select Committee on Productivity in Australia The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia made a submission to the Select Committee on Productivity in Australia’s Terms of Reference and Discussion Paper on Productivity in Australia. The Terms of Reference of this inquiry are broad and rightly reflect the complex and multifaceted nature

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Pre-Budget Submission 2026-27

Pre-Budget Submission 2026-27 On 30 January 2026, the Academy made a submission to the 2026–27 Federal Budget. The submission made five recommendations to create opportunity and equity in education, strengthen the research ecosystem and address key challenges facing Australia. Click on ‘download’ to read the submission in full.

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Submission: Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) Bill 2025

Submission to the Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) Bill 2025 The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia made a submission to the Senate Standing Committee on Education and Employment inquiry into the Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) Bill 2025. The Academy strongly supports the establishment of the Australian Tertiary Education Commission (the

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Submission: National Skills Taxonomy Update: Building a System which Puts People and Skills First

Submission to the National Skills Taxonomy Update: Building a System which Puts People and Skills First The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia made a submission responding to the National Skills Taxonomy (NST) Update Discussion Paper: Building a system that puts skills and people first. The Discussion Paper adopts a skills-first approach and explores

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Submission: House Standing Committee on Education inquiry into Building Asia Capability in Australia

Submission to the House Standing Committee on Education inquiry into Building Asia Capability in Australia The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia made a submission to the House Standing Committee on Education inquiry into Building Asia Capability in Australia. A strong and sustained Asia capability is fundamental to Australia’s national interests. It underpins social

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Survey Submission: 2026 National Research Infrastructure Roadmap Issues Paper

Submission to the 2026 National Research Infrastructure Roadmap Issues Paper Survey This submission responds to a survey on the 2026 National Research Infrastructure (NRI) Roadmap Issues Paper and the priority areas and the investments needed to safeguard Australia’s future sovereign research capabilities. The Academy’s submission focuses on the priorities identified in its Decadal Plan for

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Submission: Strategic Examination of Research and Development – National Coordination for RDI&I Impact Policy Paper

Submission to the Strategic Examination of Research and Development – National Coordination for RDI&I Impact Policy Paper A high performing research, development and innovation (RD&I) system is more than a matter of simply producing and commercialising new goods and services. The system must also coalesce around clear priorities that consider how RD&I can address broader

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Submission to the Australian Research Council Research Insights Capability Consultation Draft

Submission to the Australian Research Council Research Insights Capability Consultation Draft On 19 September 2025, the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia made a submission to the Australian Research Council (ARC) consultation draft for the Research Insights Capability. The Academy views the proposed Research Insights Capability as a strategic investment in deepening knowledge of

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Survey Submission: Draft Statement on Consumer and Community Involvement in Health and Medical Research

Submission on the Draft Statement on Consumer and Community Involvement in Health and Medical Research This submission responds to a survey from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF) on the draft revised Statement on Consumer and Community Involvement in Health and Medical Research. The Academy’s submission

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Submission: Economic Reform Roundtable

Submission to the Economic Reform Roundtable On 29 July 2025, the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (the Academy) partnered with The Melbourne Institute of Applied Social and Economic Research and CEDA to convene 10 leading experts for a rapid-fire forum focused on immediate priorities for boosting Australia’s productivity. A summary of the discussion has been prepared

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Submission: Strategic Examination of Research and Development

Submission to the Strategic Examination of Research and Development A high performing research and development (R&D) system is more than a matter of simply producing and commercialising new goods and services. The system must also coalesce around clear priorities that consider how R&D can address broader economic and societal goals. On 9 April 2025, the

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Survey Submission: 2026 National Research Infrastructure Roadmap

Submission to the 2026 National Research Infrastructure Roadmap Survey This submission responds to a survey from the Australian Government on alignment of current national research infrastructure with national research priority areas, and identification of gaps and needs for the future. The Academy’s submission focuses on the priorities identified in its Decadal Plan for Social Science

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Submission: APS Reform Stage 2 Integrity Initiatives

Submission to the APS Reform Stage 2 Integrity Initiatives Public ConsultationIntegrity is the foundation of APS professionalism and the public’s confidence that the APS will act in the best interests of and will deliver the best outcomes for Australia. A wide appreciation among all APS employees of this role and the values and behaviours that

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Submission: Inquiry into civics education, engagement and participation in Australia

Submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters On 23 May 2024 the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia made a submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters inquiry into civics education, engagement, and participation in Australia. A high-quality education in the social sciences is critical to democratic participation and understanding

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