Research & Presentations

CSI Swinburne Research for Social Impact Podcast

The Research for Social Impact podcast, presented by the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) at Swinburne University of Technology, is 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 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

CSI SWINBURNE RESEARCH FOR SOCIAL IMPACT SEMINAR SERIES: LEADERSHIP FOR SOCIAL IMPACT

Leaders within the social impact ecosystem are facing increasingly challenging and complex operating environments, including factors such as economic uncertainty; increased demand for services; workforce management; issues of access and equity; diversity and inclusion; navigating the regulatory landscape; a declining volunteer workforce; and the COVID-19 pandemic.

This event, held on 31 March, 2023 at Swinburne University, Hawthorn, featured expert speakers from academia and industry whose work speaks directly to some of these challenges and provides insight into the experiences and strategies of leaders as they attempt to maximise the positive social impact of their organisations in widely varied and innovative ways.