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Crawford School of Public Policy

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Phone: +61 2 6125 4705

Address: Crawford building 132,The Australian National University/Lennox Crossing 2600 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: http://crawford.anu.edu.au/

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25.01.2022 What priority concerns and opportunities are emerging as Pacific Island nations tackle COVID-19 and build the recovery? Robert Styles from the Australia Pacific Security College at Crawford School reflects on discussions with leaders in the region for our Pacific: In Focus section.

23.01.2022 Early last year, focus quickly shifted away from the devastating bushfires to the COVID-19 pandemic that was rapidly spreading around the world. In the meantime however, climate change has not stopped. Join us for the 2021 ANU Climate Update where global experts will discuss the latest climate research, including newly released climate data from 2020. Limited in-person tickets available, or join remotely via YouTube. https://www.facebook.com/events/1004924549999289

22.01.2022 This year has been full of challenges for students. But for Kate Donnelly, who has been studying online at The Australian National University during Melbourne’s lockdown, the Environmental Policy and Communication course actually became a high point in her week. The lecture content was exceptional and the course was delivered so well. Our course convenor and tutor fostered a beautiful class culture our tutorials were often the highlight of my week throughout lockdown.... She spoke to us about studying a Master of Climate Change online, how she looked after her mental health during lockdown, and why she’s excited about greater flexibility as we all deal with this ‘new normal’.

22.01.2022 Excited for more of the National Security Podcast in 2021? Kickstart the year with some of the best of 2020. Check out the five most popular episodes, featuring some of the leading voices in Australia's national security community.

21.01.2022 Will the Trump campaign’s legal challenges to the presidential election results achieve anything? On this episode of the Democracy Sausage podcast, judicial politics expert Professor Zoe Robinson from The Australian National University joins Professor Mark Kenny to discuss Trump's refusal to concede. Listen now: https://bit.ly/3eSRSO4

21.01.2022 A third case of COVID-19 has been detected in border quarantine in the Solomon Islands. Read more in our weekly update on Pacific policy responses to the coronavirus crisis.

19.01.2022 "He has made a name and a political career out of peddling conspiracy theories, and he will probably end it on one as well." On the new episode of Democracy Sausage, national security expert Dr Jennifer Hunt joins us to discuss the US election results. Listen now via the link or wherever you get your favourite shows from. https://bit.ly/2JLX0rz

18.01.2022 Are you a current student with us and passionate about Asia-Pacific affairs? Asia & the Pacific at ANU is looking for a skilled communicator to join the team as student ambassador! Find out more about this great opportunity - applications close on 26 January. https://jobs.anu.edu.au/cw/en/job/538981

18.01.2022 "Indeed, the government’s reliance on a neoliberal approach to the COVID-19 crisis has proved inefficient." Crawford School alumna Maria Carrasco on Chile's handling of the pandemic.

16.01.2022 NEW POD On the new episode of Democracy Sausage, Professor Mark Kenny speaks to journalist and author Malcolm Knox about the Israel Folau saga, Australia’s evangelical movement, and the political battle over 'free speech'. Listen here: https://bit.ly/37dwmjk

14.01.2022 Congratulations to all the recipients of this year's ANU College of Asia and the Pacific Awards for Excellence in Education. A special shout-out goes to Crawford recipients Sara Bice, Rebecca Colvin, Alison Cumming Thom, Stephen Howes and Andy Kennedy for all your amazing work.

14.01.2022 What has been the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on those already experiencing deprivation? In the final episode of our Policy Forum Pod bonus mini-series on poverty, Professor Sharon Bessell says the future is deeply uncertain for the world's most vulnerable people. Listen here: https://bit.ly/370V6Nw

14.01.2022 In this address to the National Security College, the Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs shares his perspectives on national security; how we think about national security in an increasingly complex and interconnected world; and how we can work together across Government, the private sector and in our communities to maintain a prosperous, secure and united Australia. Following his opening remarks, the Secretary joins Professor Rory Medcalf, Head of the National Security College, in conversation. Watch other discussions in the National Security College's 10th Anniversary Conversation series: https://bit.ly/2ld3Oh4

12.01.2022 Does this Federal Budget represent another missed opportunity for Australia to take meaningful action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions? On this Policy Forum Pod, top climate researcher Mark Howden, social scientist Bec Colvin, and science writer Ketan Joshi examine the Federal Budget, the so-called ‘gas-led recovery’, and the history of Australian climate policy. Listen here: https://bit.ly/2Iv20QF

12.01.2022 Completing your studies is a big achievement at the best of times. Finishing your studies in 2020 - clearly not the best of times - is all the more impressive. So to our fabulous graduates, from everyone at Crawford School, congratulations!

11.01.2022 "It is this obsession with appealing back to an idea of Australia that maybe existed, but certainly isn't the case now." Professor Helen Sullivan on the Federal Budget and the government's focus on manufacturing and infrastructure. Hear more on the new episode of the Democracy Sausage podcast. https://bit.ly/3dlKB8k

11.01.2022 "We used to joke that there were three problems with working from home - the bed, the fridge and the television." But Andrew Leigh MP says having less desks than employees may become the norm in white-collar workplaces in the wake of COVID-19. Hear more on the new episode of Policy Forum Pod. https://bit.ly/3mf63PL

10.01.2022 "Security is more than a question of protection, or of survival." On this episode of the National Security Podcast, Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs Michael Pezzullo shares his philosophical and practical perspectives on national security. Listen here: https://bit.ly/34XIl3l

10.01.2022 PNG’s 2021 budget has been pushed through parliament, despite none of the opposition being present. Hugh McClure on economic responses to the COVID-19 crisis in the Pacific.

10.01.2022 We’re excited to be partnering with contentgroup’s GovComms Festival, the world’s first virtual government communication conference. Register now to join us at the festival on 17 November.

09.01.2022 Caroline Millar Deputy Secretary, National Security at the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet joins Professor Rory Medcalf Head of the National Security College in conversation. Ms Millar and Professor Medcalf explore the evolution of our national security challenges, discuss the emergence of our current strategic era including the threats that define it and examine some of the ways the Government is adapting and responding to this new environment.

09.01.2022 Australia-China relations are an historic low right now, with many Australian exports being hit with tariffs or unable to pass through customs. But is there a way to break the impasse? According to a new report, working together to solve the global health and economic challenges caused by COVID-19 could act as a circuit breaker.

09.01.2022 How can Australia secure a safe, prosperous future in an age of strategic disruption? On this episode of the National Security Podcast, Secretary of the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Frances Adamson discusses Australia's future in the Indo-Pacific. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3o9W5QT

08.01.2022 "I’m very honoured to become a Fellow of ASSA and to have been recognised in this way by my senior peers across Australia." Massive congratulations to Crawford's Professor Ariadne Vromen on being appointed as Fellow at the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia. Read more: https://bit.ly/3lkONsq

07.01.2022 What are the secrets to a successful rural transformation? A team of researchers led by Crawford School's Professor Chunlai Chen will spearhead a new Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research-funded project to find out more about the changing nature of rural economies.

06.01.2022 NEW POD Crawford School’s Professor Quentin Grafton joins host Professor Mark Kenny and regular podleague Dr Marija Taflaga to discuss why the true global COVID-19 infection rate may be much higher than is currently thought. Hear more on the new episode of Democracy Sausage - available via the link or wherever you get your favourite podcasts from. https://bit.ly/3m9rOkB

04.01.2022 We are proud of what you’ve done to graduate. And we know you will go on to make us prouder still with what you do with that knowledge: bringing us closer together, repairing disconnection, and helping the society of tomorrow to be better than the society we find ourselves in today. From everyone here at Crawford School, congratulations to our fantastic graduates on your great achievements.

04.01.2022 Can we create a future without poverty? For Anti-Poverty Week 2020, Professor Mark Kenny speaks with three of the world’s leading voices on poverty measurement, research, and eradication - Philip Alston, Oxford University’s Sabina Alkire, our own Professor Sharon Bessell. Hear more on the new episode of Democracy Sausage - available via the link or wherever you get your podcasts from. https://bit.ly/33WejxR

03.01.2022 Just can't wait for Democracy Sausage to return in 2021? Whet your appetite with our most popular episodes from the last 12 months.

01.01.2022 New Zealand’s election delivered a resounding victory to Jacinda Ardern, while in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Labor returned, the Greens grew, and the Liberals slumped. But could those strong results create challenges from inside their parties and, in the ACT’s case, their coalition partners? Analysing the election results with Professor Mark Kenny, as well as looking at public accountability from politicians, are Professor Paul Pickering and regular podleague Dr Marija Taflaga. Listen here: https://bit.ly/2IIyQOi

01.01.2022 NEW POD On this Democracy Sausage Extra, we talk to Indigenous experts Professor Ian Anderson AO and Dr Virginia Marshall about the new National Agreement on Closing the Gap, the importance of shared decision-making, and whether Australia is taking meaningful steps towards genuine reconciliation. Listen now: https://bit.ly/37uSWWo

01.01.2022 Were your holidays full of a little too much Netflix to make a dent in your summer reading list? All is not lost! Start the new year feeling virtuous with Policy Forum's most popular pieces from 2020.