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Research for Social Impact

by Swinburne University of Technology

Welcome to the Research for Social Impact podcast, presented by the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) at Swinburne University of Technology. Hosted by Susan Pizzati, Principal Industry Fellow (Social Impact) at CSI Swinburne, this podcast aims to bring you the latest in social impact research and education, through engaging conversations, insightful interviews, and valuable information. We’ll cover topics such as social entrepreneurship, social finance, impact measurement, community services innovation, and employment reform, and our guests will include academic researchers, sector experts, industry guests and even our students and alumni. So, whether you're a seasoned professional in the social impact space or someone looking to make a difference, join us as we explore the latest research and initiatives relating to the social purpose ecosystem. We would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands where we produce this podcast, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, a

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Episodes

  1. Episode 8: Growing Intellectual Disability Employment in the Public Sector

    In our latest episode of the Research for Social Impact podcast, we examine the recent research led by CSI Swinburne in partnership with the NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), focused on how public sector employers can expand employment opportunities and pathways for people with...

  2. Episode 7: How the WISE-Ability Model is Transforming Employment for People with a Disability

    In this episode, we explore research by the Centre for Social Impact at Swinburne into innovative supported employment pathways designed to create meaningful opportunities for marginalised groups. Our discussion delves into the latest insights on how tailored employment models can foster…

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  3. Episode 6: Strengthening Financial Wellbeing in Jobs-Focused Social Enterprises

    In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking three-year financial wellbeing project, led by Whitebox Enterprises and funded by the Ecstra Foundation. This initiative is the first bespoke financial wellbeing program designed specifically for, and with, jobs-focused social enterprises, helping...

  4. Episode 5: Scaling Social Enterprise Impact through Cross-Sector Collaboration with Sally McGeoch

    In this episode of the Research for Social Impact Podcast, we explore the potential of cross-sector collaboration to help Work Integration Social Enterprises (WISEs) scale their impact. Our guest is Sally McGeoch, a PhD candidate at the Centre for Social Impact Swinburne University of Technology,...

  5. Episode 4: Evaluation of the Payment by Outcomes Trial for Social Enterprise with Mark Daniels from White Box Enterprises

    In this episode of the Research for Social Impact Podcast, we delve into the Australian Government’s Payment by Outcomes (PBO) Trial for social enterprise. PBO is an innovative funding model that rewards outcomes rather than prescribed activities, marking a significant shift in how social…

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  6. Episode 3: Mental Health and Wellbeing in Australian Creative Industries with Support Act

    This episode of the Research for Social Impact Podcast, we delve into a vital study on the mental health and wellbeing of workers within Australia’s creative industries, research conducted by the Centre for Social Impact Swinburne University of Technology in collaboration with Support Act, a...

  7. Episode 2: Exploring Outcomes Measurement

    In this episode, we delve into the topic of outcomes measurement, which has become increasingly important in work undertaken across the social impact ecosystem in terms of both accountability and demonstrating effectiveness. But what exactly do we mean by outcomes measurement, and what challenges...

  8. Episode 1: An Introduction to Research for Social Impact

    Welcome to the first episode of the Research for Social Impact podcast! In this episode, we wanted to take the opportunity to introduce you to the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) at Swinburne University of Technology, and provide an overview of our work at the Centre. Joining us as our first-ever...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the Research for Social Impact podcast, presented by the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) at Swinburne University of Technology. Hosted by Susan Pizzati, Principal Industry Fellow (Social Impact) at CSI Swinburne, this podcast aims to bring you the latest in social impact research and education, through engaging conversations, insightful interviews, and valuable information. We’ll cover topics such as social entrepreneurship, social finance, impact measurement, community services innovation, and employment reform, and our guests will include academic researchers, sector experts, industry guests and even our students and alumni. So, whether you're a seasoned professional in the social impact space or someone looking to make a difference, join us as we explore the latest research and initiatives relating to the social purpose ecosystem. We would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands where we produce this podcast, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, a

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Welcome to the Research for Social Impact podcast, presented by the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) at Swinburne University of Technology. Hosted by Susan Pizzati, Principal Industry Fellow (Social Impact) at CSI Swinburne, this podcast aims to bring you the latest in social impact research and...

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