Social Innovation Research Institute
Where technology meets humanity to co-create solutions for complex social challenges.
The Social Innovation Research Institute is leading social innovation in the digital economy. We create solutions to complex social problems using co-design, new technologies and data analytics techniques. We work at the intersection between social challenges and the potential of technology, striving for greater social equity.
Our objectives:
- advance thought leadership by applying social science for innovation
- drive innovative social practice through new methods, data and networks
- catalyse a community of innovators dedicated to social good
- generate evidence and insights that address social problems as they are experienced, with partners across diverse sectors.
Our research
Creating innovation for social good - addressing social problems as they are experienced.
Our people
Blending expertise across social and data science.
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The big issues in social data science in 2021: a view from Melbourne, Australia (Part 1)
This is the first part of two articles outlining the key contemporary themes relevant for social data science researchers.
Part 2 focuses on data user and producer rights, long-term data usability, and ethical Artificial Intelligence.
Work with us
Whether you’re a community, government or corporate organisation, we want to work with you to drive innovative practice and help solve your complex problems! We have a great team of researchers across a variety of disciplines who can work across projects of all sizes. Get your project started by following these steps:
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Talk
Step 1
Let us know the challenges you’re facing, your ideas or your questions and we’ll work out how to align our research expertise. Call us on +61 3 9214 8180 or email sii@swinburne.edu.au.
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Co-design
Step 2
We get together for a co-design workshop, to brainstorm ideas and solutions.
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Funding
Step 3
If the project needs funding, there are various opportunities we can tap into, including applying for external grant funding.
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Take off
Step 4
We’ll work with you to design a full pilot project that includes appropriate ethical approval and evidence summaries.
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Society 4.0
Society 4.0 reflects the societal implications of living with and adapting to an increasingly digital and connected world. Our Insitute is exploring the positive change that can come from this nexus.
Our latest news
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- Health
Using storytelling to reduce ageism in the community
A Swinburne-led project is using digital storytelling to prevent ageism, which can lead to elder abuse.Monday 24 February 2020 -
- University
Bushfire research at Swinburne
Research is underway to improve bushfire preparedness, response and recovery, and find innovative solutions to issues affecting communities across the countThursday 06 February 2020 -
- Social Affairs
Four-day working week movement gathers momentum
A shorter working week continues to gain favour says Alice Martin from the New Economics Foundation think tank, ahead of a public lecture at Swinburne.Monday 14 October 2019 -
- Social Affairs
Analysis & Policy Observatory appoints new Director
Dr Brigid van Wanrooy has been appointed Director of Analysis & Policy Observatory, hosted at Swinburne.Thursday 08 August 2019 -
- Social Affairs
Promoting humanitarian action in a digital world
A Swinburne and Red Cross collaboration is shedding new light on the forms and drivers of humanitarian behaviour.Wednesday 31 July 2019
Find more news articles about the Social Innovation Research Institute.
Upcoming events
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Research
- Digital Literacy
- Arts and Humanities
- Information Technologies
The social impact of Be Connected with Anthony McCosker
Join us as we discuss the findings of the three-year impact evaluation for the Be Connected program.
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Research
- Technology
- Arts and Humanities
- Business
- Information Technologies
Taina Bucher: On Facebook
Join Diana Bossio in conversation with Taina Bucher about her soon to be released book ‘Facebook’, where she traces the development and evolution of Facebook.
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Research
- Technology
- Arts and Humanities
- Information Technologies
- Psychology
ADIA Hosts a Discussion on Mental Health and Digital Inclusion
The Australian Digital Inclusion Alliance (ADIA) invites you to join a panel discussion around digital inclusion and mental health.
Register now ( ADIA Hosts a Discussion on Mental Health and Digital Inclusion)
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Contact the Social Innovation Research Institute
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.