Governance, Institutions and Public Policy

Governance, Institutions and Public Policy

Examining institutions, decision-making and the relationship between evidence and public policy.

Understanding institutions

This theme considers how institutions work, how decisions are made and how accountability and participation can support the public good.

Areas of inquiry

Questions may concern policy design and implementation, institutional capacity, public administration, governance and the interpretation and use of research evidence.

Connecting evidence and decisions

The emphasis is on explaining context, methods and uncertainty so that evidence can contribute responsibly to policy discussion and practice.

Projects and outputs

Project descriptions and research outputs will be added as work is confirmed for public announcement. The theme overview does not imply that a particular study is already under way.

Discuss a research question