Data and community: How Collective Impact initiatives in Australia use data to support action

Two reports released in November 2017 present findings from aligned research projects conducted by ARACY examining the use of community level data in Australia, specifically in the context of Collective Impact initiatives, and also the functioning of governance and collaboration models in Collective Impact. The research underpinning these reports combines a rapid literature review with […]
The First Thousand Days – An evidence paper

The earliest stage of human development — the period from conception to the end of a child’s second year — has become known as the first 1000 days. Due to the significance of this period for future health and developmental outcomes, there has been a growing focus on the first 1000 days by governments, the […]
In Their Words: ACT Schools Share Their Parent Engagement Practice

This paper explores evidence-based approaches to supporting students with complex needs and challenging behaviour, highlighting the critical role of family engagement and school–family partnerships in improving student wellbeing and educational outcomes. The report of the Expert Panel on Students With Complex Needs and Challenging Behaviour, also referred to as the Shaddock Report, recommends that schools […]