Research & Collaboration

Evidence matters. So do people.

GWSAN brings together research, lived experience, policy thinking, and community knowledge to support stronger advocacy outcomes for Greater Western Sydney.

We believe good policy is built through collaboration — not silos.

This page is designed for:

• students

• researchers

• academics

• planners

• policy professionals

• volunteers

• universities

• community contributors

who want to help shape more equitable outcomes for the region.

Current Areas of Focus

• Housing affordability

• Missing middle housing

• Spatial justice

• Infrastructure equity

• Youth wellbeing

• Walkability and transport

• Regional inequality

• Community storytelling

• Public land and planning reform

Ways to Contribute

Research Collaboration

Partner with us on reports, submissions, policy analysis, interviews, surveys, or data projects.

Student Opportunities

We welcome students interested in research assistance, policy writing, communications, advocacy, and community engagement.

Guest Articles & Insights

Contribute evidence-based perspectives, lived experience insights, or professional commentary.

University Partnerships

We are interested in collaborations with universities, researchers, research centres, and student organisations.

Our Approach

We value:

• interdisciplinary thinking

• practical solutions

• lived experience

• accessible communication

• evidence-informed advocacy

• long-term systems change

We believe research should not sit behind institutional walls. It should help communities better understand, navigate, and influence the systems shaping their lives.

Work With Us

Whether you are an academic, student, industry professional, or community researcher, we’d love to hear from you.