Social research

Social research is defined by WCHM as research which gathers information about the attitudes, assumptions, experiences, and views of a particular group.

The Women’s Centre for Health Matters conducts social research in order to identify the needs of women in the ACT and surrounding regions around the social determinants of health, and to collect data that reflect women's views and experiences. WCHM is committed to encouraging and facilitating the involvement of women in our research.

The research projects conducted by WCHM help to inform the planning, development and implementation of policy and/or of improving service delivery. WCHM’s research findings are used to advocate with Government and service providers about policy and program initiatives to better suit and respond to the needs of women in the ACT and surrounding region. They are also used to build the awareness and capacity of other organisations to respond to their women clients.

The work of WCHM is also informed by evidence and research available from both international and national sources.