About AIPS

The Australian Institute of Policy and Science (AIPS) is an independent and non-partisan not-for-profit organisation first founded in 1932. We have grown with Australia’s public policy history and work to:

  • Increase public engagement in science
  • Promote excellence in research, innovation and the promotion and communication of science
  • Inform and influence policy and policy-making
  • Invest in a scientifically inspired, literate and skilled Australia that contributes to local and global social challenges

AIPS achieves its objectives through an extensive network of partners spanning university, government, industry and community sectors.

Get Involved

AIPS offers numerous ways of getting involved, whether as an individual volunteer or a corporate supporter for a state-wide or local initiative, or as a commentator or contributor to our newsletter or socials. If you would like build, maintain and enhance your brand or the brand/work of the people you... ...Read More


Governance

The Australian Institute of Policy and Science is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee. Our ABN is: 71 000 025 507. The Institute has full paying individual Members who have rights to vote at Annual General Meetings, and also non-paying, and non-voting Associate Members. The Institute is governed by a voluntary Board... ...Read More


Board of Directors

Our (voluntary) board members bring together diverse expertise, unparalleled dedication, and a shared commitment to driving progress. Each member plays a vital role in shaping our mission. Discover the inspiring individuals behind our success... Leon Beswick (Co-Chair) Leon Beswick is Managing Director of Civic Health. He has over ten years'... ...Read More


Staff

The Institute has a small team of dedicated professional staff assisted by volunteers who run our programs around Australia.  ...Read More


History

The Australian Institute of Policy & Science (AIPS) is an independent and not-for profit organisation. Established in 1932, the Institute has undertaken diverse activities to achieve its aims over its long history. For decades, the AIPS was a premier forum for engaged Australians to debate, explore and become more informed on... ...Read More


Contact

National Office E: tallpoppies@aips.net.au T: +0414319419 Accounts (National) E: accounts@aips.net.au T: +0414 319 419 ABN 71 000 025 507 General Manager Bree Williams E: tallpoppies@aips.net.au T: +0414319419 AQ – Editor - Grant Mills AQ Subscriptions / Copyright / Advertising E: aqeditor@mail.com Post Budget Health Briefing  E: Tallpoppies@aips.net.au T: +0414 319... ...Read More


Privacy Policy

At the Australian Institute for Policy & Science (AIPS), a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, your right to privacy and data security is a primary concern. It is a requirement of the Privacy Amendment Act (Private Sector) Act 2000 that you be informed about the type of information we hold about... ...Read More