Social Equity Research Centre announced as new Member of the Sax Institute
Professor Hannah Badland, Director, Social Equity Research Centre

The Sax Institute is pleased to announce that the Social Equity Research Centre at RMIT University has joined as its newest Member.

With this addition, the Institute’s membership has grown to 76 organisations nationwide, forming a strong network of leaders in public health and health services research.

Sax Institute CEO Dr Martin McNamara said he was delighted to welcome the Centre.

“Our Members are united by a commitment to ensuring research evidence informs health and social policy. We are pleased the Centre has joined the Sax Institute’s network and look forward to supporting its engagement with our initiatives and resources.”

Established in 2023, the Social Equity Research Centre brings together a multidisciplinary community of practice to deliver transformational research for social justice and equity. Its researchers are focused on tackling some of today’s most complex social issues, driving changes in both policy and practice.

Benefits of membership

Sax Institute membership offers organisations a unique network of leaders in public health and health services research. Member benefits include:

  • Opportunities to engage with policymakers and decision-makers to help ensure evidence has a greater impact on health outcomes.
  • Being part of a national community committed to strengthening the role of research in policy and practice.
  • Being able to apply for our annual Research Action Awards, which recognise researchers whose work has positively impacted policy or practice.
  • Discounted fee on submissions to Public Health Research & Practice, the Sax Institute’s peer-reviewed journal.

Becoming a Member of the Sax Institute is free of charge. Find out more about our application process here.