The Australian Social Policy Association

The Australian Social Policy Association (ASPA) is a non-profit association of social policy researchers, educators, practitioners and policymakers.

ASPA promotes debate and increased understanding of social policy in Australia and productive collaborations between those working and researching in social policy locally, across the Asia-Pacific region and internationally.

Vision: A vibrant community of social policy researchers, educators, practitioners and policymakers

Purpose: To strengthen the field of social policy in Australia and foster collaboration both nationally and internationally

Objectives:

• Support and promote work in social policy—including research, teaching, and practice—across universities, government, and community organisations.
• Create a space for sharing ideas and information about social policy, both within Australia and internationally.
• Encourage and support postgraduate students who are doing research in social policy.
• Build connections with other organisations in Australia and overseas that are interested in social policy issues.

The Association provides its members with access to:

• publications, including the Australian Journal of Social Issues
• seminars, workshops and conferences
• cross-sectoral networking opportunities
• higher degree research forums and networks

ASPA was incorporated in NSW in 2007 under the Associations Incorporation Act.