Regional Societal
Illawarra Aboriginal health research partnership
Building the organisational capacity of local Aboriginal community organisations to change practices that enhance their effectiveness and sustainability.
Regional Societal
Identifying, preventing and treating malnutrition in at-risk groups
UOW led research for over 15 years identifying, preventing and treating malnutrition in at-risk groups, especially older adults in hospitals and the community.
Societal
Improving the teaching of English in Australia through language and literacy research
UOW language and literacy researchers leading impact on how Australian teachers teach English by drawing on strong links with educators and the community.
Economic Regional Societal
Bringing together landless refugee farmers and unused farmland
Contributing to the Burundian community's sense of belonging in Mildura by allowing refugees to demonstrate their farming skills and knowledge to the broader community.
Societal
Improved diagnoses and treatment of psychological conditions
A philosophical reconsideration of how we relate to and understand others, challenging mainstream ‘theory of mind’ approaches.
Regional Societal
The extent and significance of rural and regional festivals in Australia
Festivals benefiting regional development policy, and influencing the work of local authorities, arts organisations, and festival bodies.