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This infographic presents snapshots of how different equity groups fare in their VET journey.

This infographic presents snapshots of how different equity groups fare in their VET journey. Show less

This report shows the data for student groups that have historically been disadvantaged in… Show more

This report shows the data for student groups that have historically been disadvantaged in accessing and benefitting from education in Australia. Show less

Student equity in VET: participation, achievement, and outcomes highlights how different equity… Show more

Student equity in VET: participation, achievement, and outcomes highlights how different equity groups fare in their VET journey. Show less

Most disadvantaged learners enrol in lower-level VET qualifications as a starting point to… Show more

Most disadvantaged learners enrol in lower-level VET qualifications as a starting point to re-engaging in education, which makes the transition to university less likely. Show less

This highly-popular annual publication provides a collection of summaries of research projects… Show more

This highly-popular annual publication provides a collection of summaries of research projects published by NCVER in 2011.  Show less

One focus of the Australian Government's social inclusion agenda is to help people with a… Show more

One focus of the Australian Government's social inclusion agenda is to help people with a disability into work. For this to succeed, employers must be willing and able to productively employ people with a disability. The purpose of this study was to answer the question 'what would it take' to enable employers to employ people with a disability. Based on focus groups with select employers from Show less

This report examines the nature and effectiveness of 'inclusiveness' strategies implemented by TAFE … Show more

This report examines the nature and effectiveness of 'inclusiveness' strategies implemented by TAFE institutes in Australia. Inclusiveness strategies address barriers to participation in vocational education and training (VET) experienced by disadvantaged people, thereby maximising the stock of skills available to industry. The research identified three approaches to inclusiveness: compliance, Show less

Building equity into Australia's vocational education and training (VET) system is a key component… Show more

Building equity into Australia's vocational education and training (VET) system is a key component of the National Strategy for Vocational Education and Training 2004-2010. This book of readings aims to contribute to this important facet of the national strategic plan. The book reviews the achievements equity groups have made, reports on the issues they face, and discusses how to integrate equity Show less