31 - September 2008: Institute launches new report on young people and democracy
Issue 31 Index
It's Time™ is the online e-magazine of the Whitlam Institute.
The first flush of Spring and the thawing of the bones after what has felt like a long, cold winter is mighty welcome. At the same time, it is a reminder that the year is flying away. We’re not about to put our feet up just yet though.
Young people not apathetic, just misunderstood
The engagement of young Australians in activities that are driven by and have the potential to bring about meaningful change provides fertile ground for our understanding of the way in which young people participate in democracy.
Employment Challenges for Western Sydney
Earlier this year the Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) commissioned a consortium led by the UWS Urban Research Centre to assist in developing employment strategies for North West and West Central Sydney.
New additions to Whitlam Prime Ministerial Collection
The UWS library, which holds the Whitlam Collection, has recently acquired a mint set of playing cards, featuring all key players in the events of November 1975. There are no prizes for guessing who is depicted as the Joker.
Special guest Dr Bert Drake speaks at final Energy Security session
After a packed house for the Energy Security session on renewable energy, the Institute is delighted to welcome Dr Bert Drake, from the Smithsonian Institute to present the final session in this exciting series.
Institute moves into historic building
The Whitlam Institute has moved into the heritage listed Medical Superintendent's Cottage on the UWS Parramatta campus.
Limited edition books featuring famous 1972 It's Time speech
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