Social Affairs

illustration of music coming out of head

A new study explains the kind of tunes we can’t seem to shake off.

Aunty Beryl Carmichael - Keeping Culture Series

An oral history series documenting the experiences of 10 Aboriginal Elders will contribute Aboriginal voices and perspectives to primary education.

woman looking concerned at laptop

A new report highlights who is most at risk of poverty in Australia, showing that payments and supplements don’t go far enough.

a young persons hand grabs a fence

Paediatric clinicians observed a range of health difficulties in children and young people seeking asylum who were subjected to offshore processing.

aerial view of the suburb roofs near Brisbane

COVID turbo-charged Australia’s existing housing problems, but policy solutions are available, says a new report.

A For Lease sign on the front of a house with a "Leased" sticker on it

Why are some of the problems with housing stress and homelessness worse in New South Wales than in other states?

Prisons weakest link in fight against blood borne viruses in Australia

Harm reduction programs in prisons will be key to achieving public health goals, says UNSW and sector experts.

a waratah train approaches central station

More cities worldwide are experimenting with zero-fare public transport.

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When we value and respect people with disability, they are less likely to be subjected to harm.

Couple experiencing housing and cost of living stress bills

UNSW housing experts weigh in on the policies that could provide relief from the state’s housing crisis.

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