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SUMMARY:Short course: Understanding Poverty\, Inequality and Social Disadvantage in Australia
DESCRIPTION:Dedicated to shaping awareness of social welfare issues\, the Social Policy Research Centre at UNSW Sydney places a strong emphasis on research in areas such as poverty\, inequality\, wellbeing\, and justice. \nThrough a concentrated approach grounded in research and practical impact\, this specialised short course examines the causes and consequences of poverty and inequality. It offers a unique Australian policy perspective\, utilising evidence-based methodologies to drive meaningful social change. \nJoin a community of experts with lived experience\, advocates\, and researchers committed to improving the living standards and opportunities of people living in Australia facing social and economic disadvantage. \nTogether\, let’s make a lasting impact and build a more equitable future for people living in Australia\, regardless of their circumstances. \nWhat will I learn?\nThis course offers a distinctive viewpoint by combining the insights of individuals with lived experiences\, advocates\, and researchers\, all striving to improve the well-being and opportunities for people living in Australia experiencing social and economic disadvantage. \nYou’ll delve into varied topics to enrich your comprehension of the primary drivers influencing poverty\, inequality\, and social disadvantage\, whilst examining the transformative potential of actionable policies in instigating positive social change. \nLearners will gain knowledge and skills relating to: \n\ntheoretical conceptualisations of poverty and inequality;\nanalysis of poverty and inequality in Australia and cross-nationally;\nexploration of the causes and consequences of poverty and inequality; and\npractical knowledge of the impacts and advocacy for change.\n\nAdditionally\, this course will explore the complex interation between economic resources\, employment\, housing\, health and broader social policy systems. It will also destigmatise the concepts of poverty\, inequality\, and social disadvantage to provide a contemporary perspective on what these issues look like in the specific context of Australia. \nHow will I learn?\nThroughout the course\, you will explore recent scholarly research\, participate in activities designed to encourage debate and discussion\, and emerge with the knowledge and skills to shape policies aimed at supporting people facing social and economic disadvantage. \nThe course will be delivered online with a combination of live sessions and self-paced modules spread across 7 weeks\, inclusive of a 1-week study break. \nThe online platform will be accessible one week before the start date\, providing pre-learning materials for participants to prepare ahead of the first live lecture. \nLive Lecture Dates \n\n30 April\n07 May\n14 May\n21 May\n28 May\n11 June\n\nAll live lectures are scheduled from 6:00pm to 8:15pm Australian (Sydney) time\, with a 15-minute break included. \nWho should take this course?\nProfessionals\, advocates and researchers working in social policy across the for-profit\, not-for-profit and government sectors or individuals with an interest in supporting their organisation’s advocacy for social change in Australia. \nWho is leading this course?\nCourse Conveners \nDr Yuvisthi Naidoo is a Senior Research Fellow at the Social Policy Research Centre. She is an internationally recognised expert on the measurement and understanding of living standards. Her research program has direct policy relevance to improve the lives of socially and economically disadvantaged people. As an experienced mixed-method researcher\, Yuvisthi’s projects have provided an evidence-base across a broad range of critical social policy issues\, including poverty and inequality; deprivation and social exclusion; costs of living and well-being. Applying these research foci across the life course\, Yuvisthi has published on ageing societies\, social security recipients\, gender equity and the status of children and families. \nDr Bruce Bradbury is an Associate Professor at the Social Policy Research Centre (SPRC). Bruce undertakes research on poverty and inequality\, the measurement of living standards\, income support and labour market policies\, consumer equivalence scales\, and the geographic dimensions of social policies. \nIn 2023\, Drs Naidoo and Bradbury collaborated on the Budget Standards for Low-Paid Families research project\, funded by the Fair Work Commission. \nAustralian Council of Social Service (ACOSS)\nACOSS has partnered with UNSW Sydney to undertake a research and impact collaboration to sharpen the national focus on poverty and inequality in Australia. The partnership monitors trends in poverty and inequality over time\, explores drivers\, and develops solutions to sharpen the focus and stimulate action to tackle policy challenges. \nAspects of this short course have been developed in collaboration with ACOSS.
URL:https://www.acoss.org.au/event/short-course-understanding-poverty-inequality-and-social-disadvantage-in-australia/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Australia
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SUMMARY:ACOSS Post Budget Event 2024
DESCRIPTION:The ACOSS Post Budget Event is the key annual event for civil society and the community services sector\, providing a space for attendees to receive briefings on key budget measures and their likely impacts on people experiencing poverty and inequality. The event facilitates the opportunity for the community sector to engage in conversation following the release of the Federal Budget. \nThe event will be addressed by Treasurer Jim Chalmers\, followed by a comprehensive ACOSS analysis\, closing with a panel discussion where speakers will share their expertise and perspectives on the Budget and economy. You have the chance to participate in meaningful dialogue with speakers and fellow attendees in the wake of the Budget’s release. \nThe ACOSS Post Budget Event serves as a crucial platform for examining the pivotal question: Does the 2024 Federal Budget effectively address Australia’s pressing social and economic challenges? \nOur speakers (more to be announced in the coming weeks): \n\nThe Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP\, Treasurer\nMary Ann Baquero Geronimo\, CEO\, Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia (FECCA)\nMaiy Azize\, Chair and Spokesperson\, Everybody’s Home\nNicki Hutley\, Economist\nCliff Fraser\, Lived experience advocate\nDr Cassandra Goldie\, CEO\, ACOSS\n\n  \nSpecial thanks to partners HESTA and UTS Centre for Social Justice and Inclusion. \n*If you are experiencing financial hardship and would like to attend the event\, we have bursaries available. Please get in touch with us by emailing michelle@acoss.org.au \n\nProgram: \n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\nITEM\n\n\n\n9AM – 10AM\nRegistrations open\n\nMorning tea available\n\n\n10AM – 10:20AM\nEvent commences\n\nWelcome to Country by Michael West\, Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council \nAddress by Joe Agius\, General Manager – Business Growth\, HESTA \nAddress by Amy Persson\, Pro Vice Chancellor\, Social Justice and Inclusion at University of Technology Sydney\n\n\n10:20AM – 10:45AM\nTreasurer Jim Chalmers keynote address\, and audience Q&A\n\n\n10:45AM – 11:05AM\nACOSS budget analysis by Dr Cassandra Goldie\, CEO\, ACOSS\n\n\n\n11:05AM – 11:55AM\nPanel discussion: \n\nMary Ann Baquero Geronimo\, CEO\, Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia (FECCA)\nMaiy Azize\, Chair and Spokesperson\, Everybody’s Home\nNicki Hutley\, Economist\nCliff Fraser\, Lived experience advocate\n\n\n\n\n11:55AM -12PM\nClosing remarks
URL:https://www.acoss.org.au/event/acoss-post-budget-event-2024/
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