The same openness we ask of the system we convene.
As a member-based organisation, our credibility rests on transparent governance. Our constitution, board charter, committee structure and reporting are all published in full.
Published Documents
Everything, in the open
Constitution
The rules under which Research Australia is established and operates.
Board charter
The board’s role, responsibilities and delegations of authority.
Code of conduct
The standards directors, staff and members hold themselves to.
Privacy policy
How we collect, use and protect member and stakeholder data.
Whistleblower policy
Safe, confidential channels for raising concerns.
How the board works
Board committees
Risk & Audit subcommittee
Oversees financial integrity, audit and the organisation’s risk framework.
Research Australia Awards subcommittee
Guides the Awards program, including its categories, judging and governance.
Annual Reporting
Reports & financial
Funded broadly. Accountable to the whole system.
A broad membership funds us: universities, hospitals & health services, medical research institutes, industry and funders, philanthropy & corporate partners. No single member controls our agenda, which is exactly why government, media and the sector trust our evidence.