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Falling out of work shouldn’t mean falling into poverty

Our Social Policy and Research Centre
We listen to your experiences of inequality and disadvantage, research the social and economic factors at play, and propose policies that contribute to a more equitable and inclusive society.
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By enlisting and supporting parents as tutors, the Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) creates a transitional labour market that helps these parents develop their goals and improve their job opportunities.
Read reportWhat insights about income support can be gained from daily, event-based data about recipients of Newstart Allowance from 2001 to 2016?
Read reportIn the second paper in the Financial Lives in Uncertain Times series, we explore the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis and resulting policy responses on financial wellbeing.
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