Richard is a sociologist whose research is concerned with the causes and mitigation of social marginalisation. He has over three decades’ experience working in welfare and community services, including youth unemployment, youth homelessness, youth theatre, juvenile justice, adult migrant education, generalist youth services and public housing.
His research interests and practice are grounded in this experience and in his strong commitment to people pushed to the fringes of mainstream society.
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Two Steps Forward, One Step Back Achievements and limitations of university-community partnerships in addressing neighbourhood socioeconomic disadvantage
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Credentials
Positions
Honorary
Law
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Melbourne Graduate School Of Education
Education
Doctor of Philosophy
Swinburne University of Technology
Master of Public Policy and Management
University of Melbourne