Australian Human Rights Commission
Respect at Uni Interim Report
December 2024
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National Indigenous Australians Agency.
4.8
Recommendation development
The Study has designed a robust method for developing and refining
recommendations that involve key stakeholders as much as possible within the
agreed project timelines. Balancing opportunities for consultation and
collaboration with short timeframes is a challenge, but the Commission’s strong
existing stakeholder relationships will enable the rapid turnaround of
recommendation consultation.
The Literature Review will also investigate practical evidence-based solutions.
The final report of the Literature Review will include detailed recommendations
to supplement other data from the Study. Other Commission projects, such as
the National Anti-Racism Framework, provide a successful model for this
approach.
Below are detailed steps for recommendation development.
(a)
Analysis and synthesis of findings
The Study will thoroughly analyse data and literature to develop comprehensive
recommendations that respond to the Terms of Reference. This will include
thematic analysis, prioritising key issues and determining the root causes of
racism in universities, including structural and institutional areas for reform.
(b)
Engagement with Advisory Committee, SOWG and key stakeholders
The Study will share the research findings with the Advisory Committee, SOWG
and selected key stakeholder groups and lead initial recommendation
consultation workshops to incorporate expert and lived experience perspectives
in the recommendations. All participants in these workshops and/or
consultations will be briefed on effective recommendations, noting clarity of
purpose, actionable steps, clear accountability and measurable outcomes.
(c)
Feedback and refinement of recommendations
Once recommendations have been drafted, the Study team will go back to the
Advisory Committee, SOWG and selected stakeholders for one round of
consultation. While a short period of review is anticipated, the Study team will
take steps to give as much notice as possible and target specific advice to
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