About CPRC
Established in 2016, the Consumer Policy Research Centre (CPRC) is an independent, non-profit, consumer think-tank. CPRC receives funding for our work from the Victorian Government. We work closely with policymakers, regulators, academia, industry and the community sector to develop, translate and promote evidence-based research to inform practice and policy change.
Our mission
Our mission is to reimagine markets to create a better future for all consumers.
A champion of new thinking and ideas to create systemic change to improve consumer wellbeing.
Our role
Working closely with policymakers, regulators, academia, industry and the community sector, we are strong believers in interdisciplinary research and collaboration to solve complex policy problems.
Monitor and identify issues
To ensure our work has the greatest impact, we take a people-centred approach to the consumer experience. Our research is informed by the voices of Australians.
Research consumer protection issues and outcomes
Ensuring that policy recommendations are based on the facts is critical to developing effective policy that delivers on our vision.
Translate research into policy and practice
Turning the knowledge we gather into robust, implementable policies for the public benefit, and demonstrating how those policies work in practice.
Collaborating with others to amplify impact
Collaboration is what our organisation is known for. It is the behaviour that is needed in order to deliver successful outcomes in our research and for our policy recommendations.
How we work
CPRC conducts policy research internally and in partnership with other agencies, supporting collaborative partnerships as an effective way to build shared understanding around policy reform issues.
We promote, translate and support the work of others in improving outcomes for consumers and welcome new collaborations with organisations and individuals working within the CPRC Research Areas.
Our work is reflective of the policy cycle, including:
- issue identification
- consultation
- analysis of policy instruments
- recommendation for change and
- evaluation.
Our values
Collaboration
We work together, as a team and with others.
Curiosity
We are rigorous and inquisitive.
Effectiveness
We get things done.
Respect
We build trust.
