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Breaking the stigma of mental illness
How a university program for people impacted by complex social issues gave 74-year old former nurse Suzanna Free her voice back.
Paying tribute to the legacy of women at war
We sat down with ACU’s Jason Smeaton, whose research looks back at the women who served in Australia’s WW2 nursing auxiliary.
Project Midwife: A student midwife journey
The ACU midwifery undergrads who’ve created a ‘village’ for their student community.
How historical research benefits communities in the here and now
The importance of looking back at history, with ACU’s Dr Benjamin Mountford.
The value of alternative schools
When NAPLAN scores, perfect attendance rates and ATARs are thrown out the window, how do you value an education?
Caring with canines
Teacher Sarah has combined her love of animals and education to bring therapy dogs to schools to interact with children.
Working for change
Chantelle completed a masters degree while raising two children, and still found the time to work for asylum seekers in Sydney.
Can the humble book club change the world?
Book clubs are often dismissed as glorified gossip and drinking sessions, but research shows they play a greater social role.
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