The Institute for Culture and Society (ICS), based at Western Sydney University, is the largest dedicated concentration of socio-cultural researchers in Australia. Located in Parramatta, the Institute is renowned for its evidence-based interdisciplinary research into culture and society in a changing world. We champion collaborative, engaged research in the critical humanities and social sciences, attuned to the power of digital technologies, the importance of changing economies and the impact of ecological crisis. Our research distinguishes itself by recognising the social complexity of the local and global challenges faced by organisations and communities. We aim to offer the knowledge required to navigate this complexity through engaging the public to create positive change towards democracy and sustainability. With respect for Aboriginal cultural protocol and out of recognition that its campuses occupy their traditional lands, Western Sydney University acknowledges the Darug, Eora, Dharawal (also referred to as Tharawal) and Wiradjuri peoples and thanks them for their support of its work in their lands (Greater Western Sydney and beyond).