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mckInnon democracy
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Strong democratic institutions
A resilient and vibrant democracy requires constant vigilance, engagement and renewal. With declining trust in institutions, global disruptions, and youth disengagement, supporting and strengthening our democratic foundations has become critical for Australia’s future.
Current programs
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Social Media Mis/Disinformation
McKinnon is developing a range of initiatives focusing on supporting rapid government response to misinformation; advocating for increased platform transparency; monitoring social media impact on democratic discourse; and equipping senior MPs with effective communication strategies.
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The McKinnon Poll
The McKinnon Poll Research Program aims to encourage better policymaking by providing a richer and more in-depth understanding of public opinion as an input into the policymaking process. It does this by commissioning high quality public opinion research on topics that are of significant policy interest.
Latest DEMOCRACY insights
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leadership
Outstanding Leadership
The quality of Australia’s political leadership directly impacts our nation’s ability to address complex challenges and seize opportunities. That is why we invest in building and celebrating exceptional Leaders.
PUBLIC SECTOR
Productivity and effectiveness
The effectiveness of Australia’s public sector directly impacts our nation’s productivity and success. That is why we invest in developing measurable frameworks that drive impact and making research and resources accessible and useable.
POLICY INNOVATION
Practical policy approaches
Australia faces specific challenges that require fresh thinking and proven solutions. From education inequality to economic productivity, we need policy approaches that work - not just in theory, but in practice. That’s why we focus on finding and implementing the best policy innovation to accelerate progress and build trust.