It’s not just cricket: sport, social cohesion and belonging
This narrative how members of Australia’s South Asian diaspora have used cricket to build culturally safe spaces, foster belonging, and strengthen community ties.
New essay: Riding the wave that comes: stories of the intersection of religion and AI in Australia
A new Scanlon Foundation Research Institute essay examines how Australian religious leaders and communities engage with AI, balancing its use with ethical, theological, and practical challenges.
This report presents findings from the latest Scanlon Mapping Social Cohesion Survey. The report builds on the knowledge gained through the sixteen earlier national surveys (2007, 2009-23).
New essay: Behind the scenes: The essential work of security officers in ensuring public safety
In our latest essay, we explore how public safety facilitates social cohesion and how the protection of public spaces can build social connection and community strength.
New Narrative: Strong communities don’t just happen: Springvale’s story
This Narrative provides insight into the strong social foundation built by the Springvale community over time, and how under substantial pandemic pressure, the community was able to rally in an example of the power of a cohesive community.
The Scanlon Foundation Research Institute exists as a bridge between academic insight and public thought on matters relating to Australia’s social cohesion.
