The public policy environment is constantly changing. Urbis continually contributes to the dynamic public policy environment and we specialise in sensitively managing conflicting interests and delivering evidence-based and practical solutions and advice.

Our unique team of social researchers, criminologists, economists, human geographers, sociologists and psychologists has conducted independent and often groundbreaking research since the 1970s.

Landmark studies in areas such as health, aged care, welfare, housing, immigration, environment, indigenous issues, education and training, legal services and crime prevention are part of our reputation.

Urbis will:

• Conduct program and service evaluations
• Provide policy development, analysis and review
• Design evaluation frameworks
• Conduct organisational reviews
• Provide good practice identification and documentation
• Provide expertise in qualitative and quantitative research strategies
• Manage stakeholder engagement and consultation
• Visioning and strategic planning
• Develop National Frameworks – for policy and service delivery
• Provide training and capacity building

Urbis uses a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research techniques and we have a reputation for innovative designs. We tailor our approach to the requirements of each individual client and project.

Our clients include Federal, State and Local Government, not-for-profit organisations, professional associations, commercial clients, business organisations and industry bodies.

Urbis will: