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Update on AHURI conferences in response to COVID-19
AHURI is currently re-evaluating our public conference and events program in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The health and safety of attendees at AHURI events is our number one priority.
Untreated and deteriorating mental health increases chances of experiencing financial hardship and being forced to move
In one of the first national studies to examine the relationship between housing and mental health pathways, researchers have found that mental health issues can negatively impact a person’s financial situation, and therefore their housing situation.
'20 Years of AHURI' commemorative publication launched
To celebrate two decades of research, policy engagement, public events and research capacity building, AHURI is very pleased to launch the ’20 Years of AHURI’ commemorative publication. As a unique partnership between the Commonwealth and state and territory governments and an Australia-wide network of university partners, AHURI has delivered vital research and insights that have guided governments and shaped community thinking.
Homelessness amongst Australian veterans higher than for the general population
Approximately 5.3 per cent of Australian veterans who left the Australian Defence Force (ADF) between 2001 and 2018 experienced homelessness, AHURI research has revealed. This rate which equates to 5,767 veterans, is significantly higher than that for the general population.
Recent research at AHURI
To accompany the release of new research, AHURI produces a Policy Evidence Summary (PES), which distils the reports key findings and presents key visualisations, tables and graphs in a concise 4 page-summary.