The Disability Studies and Research Institute (DSaRI) undertakes research into and education about disability issues from a social perspective and promotes public debate associated with the social dimensions of disability. The Institute involves stakeholders from universities, organisations of people with disabilities, the research community, policy and service delivery bodies, industry and the wider community. It aims for a wider understanding and debate about the social processes that disable people.
The main functions of the institute are:
- Basic and applied research
- Development, support and delivery of educational programs
- Collaborative research in conjunction with community, academic and industry partners
- Policy debate through policy submissions, papers, public forums and conferences
- Mentoring and development of researchers
- Publication of research and policy papers