Social Work research at UQ
Our research is dedicated to advancing social justice, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for peoples, families and communities. The School’s researchers address complex social issues through collaborative, interdisciplinary research that informs policy, professional practice and service delivery.
Key areas of expertise include:
- child protection, family support and out-of-home care
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children
- young people and families
- cultural identity, connection and cultural safety
- mental health and wellbeing
- ageing and disadvantage
- social inclusion
- counselling
- disability, justice systems, and the intersection of policy
- professional practice and lived experience
Researchers work closely with government agencies, community organisations and international partners to develop evidence-based solutions to contemporary social challenges.
Through rigorous qualitative, quantitative and participatory research approaches, the School generates knowledge that strengthens social services, promotes equity, and supports vulnerable and marginalised populations. Committed to real-world impact, social work research at UQ contributes to policy reform, practice innovation and sustainable social change, improving wellbeing and strengthening communities locally, nationally and globally.