Social Innovation Research Institute
Fostering an innovative society through safe, equitable and inclusive technology
The Social Innovation Research Institute works with communities, industry and non-profit organisations to co-create novel solutions to complex social problems. We envision a world where technology serves as a bridge to human flourishing, rather than a barrier. We believe that innovation should be accessible to everyone, and that technology should contribute to the well-being of all members of society.
Community involvement in the research and innovation lifecycle
Connection with aligned organisations and institutions
Transdisciplinary collaborations creating novel solutions to entrenched social problems
Our research programs
Working with people and technology to improve lives.
Social research infrastructure
Explore the key surveys, data platforms and frameworks informing our understanding of technology, society and impact.
Australian Digital Inclusion Index
Activating Social Connection
Australian Internet Observatory
Australian Leadership Index
Our key capabilities and findings
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Report: Activating Social Connection
"When you find people like you, you don't have to explain yourself": experiences of social connection in outer-metropolitan suburbs.
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Report: Blurred boundaries: social media and social connection in outer metropolitan suburbs
Following on from Activating Social Connection, this second briefing focuses on the intersection of digital technology and social connection.
Our people
Collaborating across disciplines to gain diverse perspectives, insights and solutions.
Our collaborating research centres
Discover our other research institutes
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If your organisation would like to collaborate with us to solve a complex problem, or you simply want to contact our team, get in touch by calling +61 3 9214 8180 or emailing sii@swinburne.edu.au.