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Following her heart
ACU graduate Nicola has overcome inequality, racism and some significant life hurdles to forge an impactful career in social work.
Fighting natural disaster with hope
Helping traumatised kids to bounce back from natural disasters.
The importance of family connectedness
How strong family connections can foster wellbeing and protect the mental health of young people, with ACU’s Dr Elise Woodman.
Philanthropist's goal to empower Indian women
Using wealth for good: the ACU graduate who uplifts the lives of women and children in rural Punjab.
Offering a helping hand
Meet Augustino Daw, the Sudanese migrant who has found a home in youth work and community development.
Choosing which life to save
When hospitals are overburdened, should younger patients be prioritised for lifesaving treatment?
Giving marginalised women a voice
Farjana Mahbuba is using her PhD research to give marginalised migrant women a voice and hopes her work leads to policy reform.
How holding kids back from school can increase academic success
New research shows that delaying a child’s start to formal schooling can have a positive impact on their academic achievement.
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