Academic Research and Public Policy with Professor Peter Shergold AC

A Masterclass with Professor Peter Shergold AC (former Chancellor Western Sydney University; Chair – James Martin Institute; NSW Coordinator General for Refugee Resettlement and Chair, Australians for UNHCR)

Are you interested to develop policy-oriented research projects? Have you applied for or are you considering applying for policy focused research grants in future? This masterclass will focus on the interface between academic research and public policy. 

Decision makers at all levels of government seek evidence based research in order to help them address urgent social issues. Drawing on his extensive expertise with government and the James Martin Institute for Public Policy, Professor Shergold brings insights into ways to reach public servants and decision makers and design policy-relevant research. Academics at all levels are invited to attend. You are encouraged to bring along grant applications or topics that you are currently working on.