Collaborative Evaluation and Research Centre
The Collaborative Evaluation & Research Centre (CERC) – part of the Institute of Health and Wellbeing – is dedicated to working together to build evaluation capacity and expertise. CERC’s expert multidisciplinary teams work across all sectors, including health, community health, education, environment, social science and business management.
The Centre’s researchers collaborate with organisations of all kinds to co-design robust, relevant and cost-effective evaluations of programs, projects and services. They offer training, mentoring, online and paper-based resources, evaluation design and workshops. CERC is committed to sharing knowledge, using ethical research methods and partnering with communities to transform lives.
CERC in action
Research team
Dr Megan Simic
Luis Antonio T. Hualda
Kaye Borgelt
Jodie Parkinson
Dr Amany Abdelkader, Senior Lecturer, Healthcare
Dr Natalia Albein Urios, Lecturer, Psychology
Dr Sheikh Alif, Senior Lecturer, Public Health
Louise Allen, Senior Lecturer, Nursing
Robert Allen, Lecturer, Nursing
Dr Marlies Alvarenga, Senior Lecturer, Psychology
Jane Anderson, Lecturer, Nursing
Ligi Anish, Lecturer, Nursing
Dr Carolyn Bailey, Head of Midwifery
Dr Michael Barbagallo, Senior Lecturer, Healthcare
Professor Marie-Louise Bird, Discipline Lead, Physiotherapy
Dr Patrice Braun, Adjunct Professor, CERC
Dr Meghan Casey, Senior Lecturer, Sports Management
Dr Jasleen Chhabra, Adjunct Research Fellow, Psychology
Dr Catherine Chung, Senior Lecturer, Nursing
Dr Nicole Coombs, Senior Lecturer, Nursing
Anu Correya, Lecturer, Nursing
Amy Cowan, Lecturer, Nursing
Daniel Crowder, Clinical Placement Coordinator and Lecturer, Physiotherapy
Naomi Cruz, Lecturer, Nursing
Elissa Dabkowski, Lecturer, Nursing
Hew Davies, Academic, IHW, Paramedicine
Dr Ria de Gracia, Lecturer, Psychology
Kerry de Vent, Data Collection & Analysis
Dr Jacob Dye, Adjunct Research Fellow, CERC
Associate Professor Catherine Easton, Speech Pathology
Robeena Emmanuel, Lecturer, Nursing
Dr Alysha-leigh Fameli, Senior Lecturer, Psychology
Sam Fenton, Lecturer, Physical Education and Outdoor Recreation
Associate Professor Loretta Garvey, Nursing, Mental Health
Maryam Ghasemi, Lecturer, Nursing
Dr Julia Gilbert, Lecturer/Unit Coordinator, Nursing
Dr Apeksha Gohil, Senior Lecturer, Occupational Therapy
Dr Rachel Grieve, Discipline Lead, Psychology
Associate Professor Helen Hall
Lindy Hall, Lecturer, Exercise and Sport Science
Samira Hamadeh, Lecturer, Nursing
Erin Harcourt, Academic
Richard Hession, Lecturer, Physiotherapy
Michelle Hibberson, Lecturer, Nursing
Peter Hopwood, CERC external member
Ellie Johnson, Lecturer, Nursing
Nicholas Johnson, Aboriginal Student Success Officer (Higher Education)
Dr Bindu Joseph, Senior Lecturer, Nursing
Sheba Joseph, Lecturer, Nursing
Paul Kemel, Lecturer, Physiotherapy
Carla Kennedy, Lecturer, Professional Experience (ITE)
Professor Deborah Kirk, Head of Discipline and Professor, Nursing
Kylie Kruger, Lecturer, Nursing, Mental Health
Dr Andrew Lavender, Senior Lecturer, Exercise and Sport Science
Dr Riki Lindsay, Lecturer, Health and Physical Education
Bindu Narolil Mammen, Lecturer, Nursing
Associate Professor Evita March, Associate Professor, Psychology
Anna Marwaha, Lecturer, Nursing - Mental Health
Dr Dominic McNeil, Senior Lecturer, Exercise and Sport Psychology
Associate Professor Christopher Mesagno, Fed Uni Associate Member
Upekha Miriyagalla, Lecturer, Psychology
Associate Professor Karen Missen, Associate Professor, Mental Health
Dr Sambath My, Adjunct Research Fellow, CERC
Naomi Norris, Lecturer, Physiotherapy
Professor Michael Olasoji, Associate Head of Nursing Research and Professor, Mental Health/Nursing
Jane O'Shanassy, Clinical Coordinator and Lecturer, Occupational Therapy
Dr Deborah Pascoe, Adjunct Senior Research Fellow
Associate Professor Blake Peck, Adjunct
Dr Divya Peter, Lecturer, Psychology
Dr Somakanthie Pillay, Head of Discipline, Business
Professor Aziz Rahman, Head of Public Health
Professor Louisa Remedios, Adjunct Professor, Physiotherapy
David Reznik, Senior Lecturer/Unit Coordinator, Paramedicine
Hayley Scott, Lecturer, Occupational Therapy
Emma Siesmaa, Lecturer, Human Movement and Sport Science
Associate Professor Gavin Smith, Head of Discipline, Paramedicine
Angela Smith-Carroll, Lecturer, Nursing
Anju Sreeram, Lecturer, Nursing
Professor Dixie Statham, Professor of Clinical Psychology
Fiona Sunderland, Student Communications Officer, RISE
Dr Scott Talpey, associate member
Nissy Thomas, Clinical Coordinator and Lecturer, Nursing
Dr Amanda Timmer, Senior Lecturer, Occupational Therapy
Professor Carolyn Unsworth, Discipline Lead, Occupational Therapy
Amber van Dreven, Lecturer, Nursing
Brooke Van Zanden, Senior Lecturer, Psychology
Dr Danielle Wagstaff, Associate Dean, Learning and Teaching, IHW
Chelsea Webb, Lecturer, Nursing
Dr Stephen Weber, Lecturer, Occupational Health and Safety
Ishanka Weerasekara, Lecturer, Physiotherapy
Simon Williams, Lecturer, Nursing
Ryan Worn, Senior Lecturer, Exercise and Sport Science
Dr Samuel Zhang, Senior Lecturer, Economics/Econometrics
Current projects
This category aligns with the following UN goals:
- Reduced inequalities
- Peace, justice, and strong institutions
Capacity and capability building of the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation
CERC is partnering with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (WTOAC) to survey its members about their thoughts on their own health and wellbeing, their views on accessing quality health services, their experiences with the healthcare system and their perceptions of providers' cultural competency.
CERC will also work with the Board and members to build research and evaluation capacity and capability, and the Federation Aboriginal Education Centre staff will support the project. WTOAC covers over 10,000 square kilometres on the western side of Melbourne and includes the major regional cities of Geelong and Ballarat.
This category aligns with the following UN goal:
- Good health and wellbeing
Strengthening research governance with Latrobe Community Health Service
CERC is partnering with Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) to advance its research and evaluation capability as a foundation for high-quality, impactful care.
Through this partnership, LCHS is delivering a comprehensive program focused on strengthening research and evaluation across the organisation. Central to this initiative is the development of a robust and sustainable research governance framework, supported by CERC’s expertise.
LCHS is committed to embedding a culture of evaluation excellence. This work will enhance the organisation’s ability to measure, understand and demonstrate the effectiveness, impact and value of its programs and services.
Key focus areas:
- Review of research governance structures
- Development of a research and evaluation governance framework
- Capacity and capability building
- Organisational engagement pulse check
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Catherine Chung
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Dr Megan Simic
- Luis Hualda
DELIVER project
CERC is evaluating DELIVER: Delivering Enhanced heaLthcare at home through optImising Virtual tools for oldEr people in Rural and regional Australia. This is a partnership with healthcare consumers, regional and rural health services, universities and primary healthcare providers across western Victoria. Led by Western Alliance, the project will identify and build a suite of programs to improve and extend in-home healthcare.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter (Lead)
- Associate Professor Blake Peck
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Natalie Bransgrove (PhD student)
- Kerry de Vent (PhD student)
Publications:
- Bransgrove, N. Porter, J.E. Peck, B. Bishop, J. (2024). Mapping Hospital in the Home Models of Care: A systematic review. Journal of Advanced Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.16639
- Bransgrove, N. J., Porter, J. E., Peck, B., & Bishop, J. (2024). Barriers, Benefits, and Enablers of Acute Home-Based Care (Hospital In The Home) in Australia for Older People: A Systematic Review. Home Health Care Management & Practice. https://doi.org/10.1177/10848223241252931
- de Vent, K., Porter, J. E., & Larkins, J. (2025). Factors Associated With Length of Stay and Readmission Rates for Older Hospital in the Home Patients: A Systematic Review. Journal of Aging and Health. https://doi.org/10.1177/08982643251329425
This category aligns with the following UN goals:
- Clean water and sanitation
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Climate action
- Life below water
- Life on land
Yarram offshore wind research study
CERC is working with the Wind Transition Working Group (WTWG) on a social impact study to develop a set of social indicators unique to the region that will guide the future development of the offshore wind industry. Through a series of community engagement workshops and a survey, the study will explore current and future hopes and concerns of the community.
Key objectives:
- Explore community attitudes and priorities related to the transition to offshore wind energy
- Provide opportunities for residents of Yarram to inform the development of wind social indicators
This category aligns with the following UN goals:
- Quality education
- Reduced inequalities
Federation University's co-op model
CERC will oversee the establishment of a governance, monitoring and evaluation structure to assess the implemented co-op model at Federation University. Through a series of workshops and activities, staff, students and industry partners will be invited to help design a co-op evaluation plan that will enable the organisation to report periodically on the impact and outcomes of the co-op model with comparable and combinable data sets. The collaborative approach will provide support for academics and professional staff engaged in co-op research and evaluation.
Key questions:
- What is the socio-economic impact of the co-op model on the students' experience of industry engagement?
- What is the economic impact of the co-op model for industry partners?
- How do academics support and engage with the co-op model?
- What is the economic benefit of the co-op model?
- What is the socio-economic impact of the co-op model for a regional university in Australia?
Creating inclusive work environments through leadership and management innovations
CERC has partnered with the Victorian Skills Authority (VIC) and Federation TAFE to create inclusive work environments in the construction and manufacturing sectors by introducing leadership and management innovations. The output of this project is expected to address challenges related to apprentice attraction, retention and course completion.
Researchers will use a co-design process with stakeholders of the construction and manufacturing sectors, registered training organisations, employees and their associations, and the government. They will then deliver a package of leadership and management learning materials.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter (lead)
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Associate Professor Blake Peck
- Dr Emma Siesmaa
- Dr Sambath My
- Megan Simic
- Dr Nicole Coombs
Peer Relationship Education Partners (PREP) Program – GCASA (Phase 3)
New Wave Gippsland (NWG) has been working with the Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault (GCASA) to build its capacity since 2020. The organisations will deliver the Sexual Lives and Respectful Relationships project, which facilitates a community-based education program to promote sexuality rights and respectful relationships.
CERC will work with NWG and GCASA to evaluate the impact, outcomes and process learnings of the planning and implementation of the project and contribute to its capacity-building objectives by hosting a series of evaluation workshops. This will enable NWG and GCASA to continue internally evaluating this project in the future.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter (lead)
- Dr Sambath My
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Megan Simic
- Dr Carolyn Bailey
- Dr Nicole Coombs
- Michael Barbagallo
- Chelsea Webb
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Maryam Ghasemiardekani
Completed projects
This category aligns with the following UN goals:
- Reduced inequalities
- Peace, justice, and strong institutions
'I Am Deadly' evaluation
CERC evaluated the implementation of the ‘I Am Deadly’ project, which is a version of the ‘I Am Ready’ project targeting young Aboriginal students. The project provided Aboriginal students with pathways to encourage them to take up a trade. It also promoted continuing education to improve post-secondary employment options.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter (Lead)
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Nicholas Johnson
- Dr Michael S Barbagallo
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Michelle James
- Michelle Prezioso
- Amy Cowan
- Megan Simic
Download the 'I Am Deadly' Project Evaluation Report (PDF 7.2 MB)
Gippsland Aboriginal Advocacy Support Services (GAASS)
This project evaluated the work of Gippsland Aboriginal Advocacy Support Services (GAASS) in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and carers to better understand and access the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The evaluation explored how the program strengthened workforce capability and improved support across Gippsland.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Jan Jones
- Nicholas Johnson
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
This category aligns with the following UN goal:
- Good health and wellbeing
Physical literacy enriched environmental design in the Latrobe Valley
This project investigated how physical literacy-enriched design can improve physical literacy outcomes in the Latrobe Valley. The collaborative evaluation supported the design of local parks and play spaces in line with physical literacy-enriched environment design criteria. The CERC team worked in partnership with LHA and PLEED group, Latrobe City Council (LCC), Mathison Park Advisory Committee and LCC Recreation Planning Team to collect data.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Sam Fenton
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Megan Simic
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Sambath My
- Dr Nicole Coombs
My Food Swaps initiative
This project evaluated the My Food Swaps initiative in the Latrobe Valley. The program provided personalised food and nutrition advice to help people make healthier choices and improve their wellbeing.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Luis Antonio T. Hualda
- Megan Simic
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Dr Soma Pillay
- Associate Professor Andrew Greenhill
- Valerie Prokopiv
Healthy supermarkets Latrobe project
This project evaluated the Reach for the Stars initiative, which promoted healthier food and drink choices in local supermarkets. The evaluation explored the project’s impact on healthy eating and community wellbeing in the Latrobe Valley.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Luis Antonio T. Hualda
- Megan Simic
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Kaye Borgelt
Latrobe Regional Health Wellness Centre
This project evaluated the Wellness Centre at Latrobe Regional Health, which was created to support staff wellbeing during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The evaluation examined how the centre improved access to mental health, physical wellbeing and health promotion services for staff.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Megan Simic
- Maryam Ghasemiardekani
- Valerie Prokopiv
Physical literacy scoping project: children and families evaluation
This project explored opportunities to improve physical literacy for children and families across the Latrobe Valley. Using an appreciative inquiry approach, researchers gathered community and stakeholder insights to develop practical recommendations for future action.
CERC researchers:
- Sam Fenton
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Elissa Dabkowski
Gippsland Primary Health Network
This project evaluated the impact of Gippsland PHN’s health screening and early detection initiatives in Latrobe City. The evaluation examined programs focused on tobacco reduction, illness prevention and access to treatment and support services.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Vaughan Reimers
- Kaye Borgelt
- Michelle James
- Valerie Prokopiv
South Gippsland Shire Council suicide prevention project
This project evaluated suicide prevention campaigns designed to support the mental health and wellbeing of men aged over 25 years and people affected by suicide. The project examined the impact of training, support programs and community activities that encouraged social connection and inclusion.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Robyn Wildblood
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
- Dr Christopher Mesagno
Download the report (PDF 3.1 MB)
Latrobe Valley Authority: career journey mapping of health and community services
This project explored the career journeys of people working in health and community services across Gippsland. Researchers documented lived experiences and career pathways to better understand opportunities and challenges in the sector.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Robyn Wildblood
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Michelle Prezioso
Remote health solutions for isolated Far East Gippsland communities
This project examined health service needs in isolated communities in Far East Gippsland. Researchers worked with local partners to evaluate existing data and identify suitable health service models to improve access and support community resilience.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Megan Simic
- Naomi Cruz
- Valerie Prokopiv
Watch the YouTube presentation
Zero suicide prevention pathways project
This project evaluated the processes and outcomes of the Latrobe Regional Hospital Mental Health’s Suicide Prevention Pathway, which aims to improve care for people presenting with suicide and self-harm.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Vaughan Reimers
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Valerie Prokopiv
'Hello.' campaign
This project evaluated Lifeline Gippsland’s 'Hello.' campaign, which aimed to raise awareness about the importance of social connection for mental wellbeing. The evaluation explored how effectively the campaign engaged the community and promoted positive mental health messages.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Karen Missen
- Dr Vaughan Reimers
- Dr Damian Morgan
- Dr Sue Whyte
- Professor Britt Klein
- Valerie Prokopiv
Latrobe Valley Authority health innovation project
This project supported the Health and Wellbeing stream of the Gippsland Smart Specialisation Strategy. Researchers worked with stakeholders to identify strengths, challenges and opportunities in the regional health sector through workshops and collaborative design activities.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Megan Simic
- Natalie Bransgrove
This category aligns with the following UN goals:
- Affordable and clean energy
- Industry, innovation, and infrastructure
- Sustainable cities and communities
Regional air mobility surrogate trials
This project explored opportunities for advanced air mobility in the Latrobe Valley. CERC led community engagement activities, including workshops and stakeholder consultation, to better understand community views, opportunities and concerns about future aviation technologies.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Libby Miller
- Megan Simic
- Nicole Coombs
- Dr Sambath My
- Luis Hualda
This category aligns with the following UN goals:
- Clean water and sanitation
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Climate action
- Life below water
- Life on land
Walhalla Goldfields Railway
The Walhalla Goldfields Railway is a tourism drawcard in the Baw Baw Shire and the City of Latrobe. This project examined tourism market demands, infrastructure and service requirements, the financial feasibility of upgrading facilities and services, and marketing strategies to enhance tourist visits.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter (lead)
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Sambath My
- Dr Megan Simic
- Dr Nicole Coombs
Read the report
Read the summary
Read the Federation News article
Latrobe City Council's nature plan strategy
This project supported the development of Latrobe City Council’s nature plan strategy. Researchers worked with community members through surveys and workshops to identify priorities, ideas and opportunities to protect and improve bushland reserves, waterways, tracks, trails and roadsides.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Megan Simic
Tourism Innovation Working Group: Heyfield and district
This project explored how Heyfield and surrounding communities could transition from a timber-based economy to a sustainable visitor economy. Researchers gathered community, industry and stakeholder insights to develop practical recommendations that support tourism growth while protecting local culture and liveability.
CERC researchers:
- Sam Fenton
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Megan Simic
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
Zoos Victoria: nature-led recovery
This project evaluated a nature-based recovery program developed after the 2019–20 bushfires in East Gippsland. The program supported community recovery by helping people reconnect with and contribute to nature recovery activities.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Megan Simic
- Dr Elizabeth Miller
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Professor Wendy Wright
- Maryam Ghasemiardekani
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Valerie Prokopiv
Download the report (PDF 2.3 MB)
Emerging practice survey: COVID-19
This project evaluated how organisations adapted their services during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings highlighted emerging practices, innovations and lessons learned across community and health services.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Vaughan Reimers
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Michelle James
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Valerie Prokopiv
This category aligns with the following UN goals:
- Quality education
- Reduced inequalities
Youth-led Gippsland bushfire recovery project
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Megan Simic
- Dr Libby Miller
- Associate Professor Blake Peck
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Professor Rochelle Eime
- Professor Carolyn Unsworth
- Paul Kamel
- Professor Louisa Remedios
Sexual Lives and Respectful Relationships program
This project evaluated the Sexual Lives and Respectful Relationships program in partnership with the Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Violence. The program helped people with intellectual disabilities build healthy, safe and respectful relationships using a co-designed and community-led approach.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Sambath My
- Megan Simic
- Dr Nicole Coombs
- Dr Elizabeth Miller
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Luis Hualda
Download the report (PDF 5.4 MB)
Gippsland’s migration strategy project
This project supported Gippsland’s regional migration strategy through research, networking and community engagement. Researchers worked with stakeholders, employers and migrants to co-design practical strategies and a charter to support migrant recruitment, inclusion and retention in regional Gippsland.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Sambath My
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Megan Simic
- Dr Libby Miller
- Nicole Coombs
- Dr Amany Abdelkader
- Luis Hualda
Social prescribing initiative
This project evaluated a social prescribing initiative that linked people with community-based services to support health and wellbeing. The project focused on addressing social factors such as loneliness, housing and financial stress that can affect health outcomes.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Nicole Coombs
- Natalie Bransgrove
- Dr Karen Missen
- Val Prokopiv
Men’s Shed field officer
This project evaluated the impact of a field officer role supporting Men’s Sheds across the Latrobe Valley. The role aimed to improve mental and physical wellbeing and support men affected by changing employment conditions in the region.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Nicole Coombs
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Natalie Bransgrove
- Megan Simic
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Dr Elizabeth Miller
- Dr Sambath My
- Sara Brito
- Jan Jones
- Valerie Prokopiv
Food Security and Wellbeing program
This project evaluated community-led approaches to improving food security, health and wellbeing in the Latrobe Valley. Researchers explored how programs delivered through Morwell Neighbourhood House supported people experiencing food insecurity.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Megan Simic
- Natalie Bransgrove
- Dr Elizabeth Miller
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Professor Carolyn Unsworth
- Associate Professor Blake Peck
- Dr Alana Hewitt
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Sambath My
- Valerie Prokopiv
Early Years Family Violence Advisor (EYFVA) project
This project evaluated the Early Years Family Violence Advisor role delivered by Quantum Support Services. The evaluation explored how the role helped antenatal and early years workers identify and respond to family violence.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Megan Simic
- Dr Carolyn Bailey
- Associate Professor Blake Peck
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Kaye Borgelt
Rainbow Brick Road project
This project analysed survey data about the lived experiences of LGBTQIA+ people across Gippsland. The findings informed future planning, advocacy and funding opportunities to better support LGBTQIA+ communities in the region.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Associate Professor Jess Reeves
- Valerie Prokopiv
Melbourne City Football Club City Futures program
This project evaluated the Melbourne City Football Club City Futures Program for secondary school students in Years 7–9. The evaluation explored the program’s impact on student engagement, attendance, leadership, teamwork and connections with school and community.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Anju Sreeram
- Paul Kamel
- Dr Andrew Lavender
- Dr Megan Simic
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Luis Hualda
Our equal local government
This project worked with Gippsland Women’s Health to strengthen local government responses to work-related gendered violence and sexual harassment. The research explored how workplace training could improve staff knowledge, workplace culture and long-term organisational change.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Sambath My
- Dr Carolyn Bailey
- Megan Simic
- Maryam Ghasemiardekani
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Luis Hualda
Broadening Horizons program in Gippsland
This project evaluated the Broadening Horizons program delivered by the Local Learning and Employment Network in Gippsland. The program connected students with industry partners to build engagement, career awareness and real-world learning experiences.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Carolyn Bailey
- Dr Amanda Timmer
- Associate Professor Karen Missen
- Maryam Ghasemiardekani
- Anne Baker
- Dr Sambath My
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
Gippsland FM – Now and into the Future project
This project explored the preferences and expectations of Gippsland radio listeners. The findings helped local radio stations better understand community needs and identify ways to remain relevant and sustainable into the future.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Chelsea Webb
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Sambath My
- Megan Simic
- Dr Nicole Coombs
Download the report (PDF 1.7 MB)
Cyan Crew’s preparation for the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
This project evaluated the experiences of the Cyan Crew before and after major yacht racing events, including the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. Researchers explored teamwork, preparation and performance using a mixed-methods approach.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Scott Talpey
- Megan Simic
- Sam Fenton
- Dr Meghan Casey
- Dr Dominic McNeil
- Associate Professor Dixie Statham
- Valerie Prokopiv
Incident analytics
This project supported the Incident Analytics team through a review of research and existing tools used in organisational risk management. The findings informed future planning, modelling and data analysis approaches.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
Adolescents Building Connections (ABC) program
This project evaluated Quantum Support Services’ Adolescents Building Connections program. The program helped young people develop strategies for healthy relationships, positive behaviour and personal growth.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Carolyn Bailey
- Associate Professor Blake Peck
- Valerie Prokopiv
Latrobe City Council community engagement survey
This project analysed feedback from the Latrobe City Council Community Engagement Survey. The findings informed the development of future council planning, including the Community Vision and Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Dr Vaughan Reimers
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
- Elissa Dabkowski
Download the report (PDF 2.3 MB)
Make Your Move program
This project evaluated the Make Your Move program, which aimed to increase physical activity, physical literacy and social connection across Latrobe City communities.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Dr Karen Missen
- Chris Snell
- Valerie Prokopiv
Increasing Access to Sport program
This project evaluated the Increasing Access to Sport program delivered by GippSport. The research explored barriers preventing young people from participating in sport and identified ways to improve access and inclusion.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Dr Vaughan Reimers
I am Ready program
This project evaluated the I am Ready program for students with mild intellectual or learning barriers. The evaluation explored how the program improved students’ confidence and readiness for future employment.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Jennifer Bur
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
Streetgames 2019 and 2020/2021
This project evaluated GippSport’s Streetgames program across communities in Latrobe City. The evaluation explored the program’s impact on participation, social connection and community engagement.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Paul Kamel
- Nicole Coombs
- Dr Vaughan Reimers
- Valerie Prokopiv
Yinnar exercise program
This project evaluated the Yinnar Exercise Program to better understand why people participated and how the program supported social connection and wellbeing.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Elissa Dabkowski
- Valerie Prokopiv
Download the report (PDF 2.6 MB)
HandsUp Latrobe Valley
This project evaluated HandsUp Latrobe Valley, an initiative that promoted the health and social benefits of volunteering. The evaluation explored how the program supported community participation and volunteering opportunities across Latrobe City.
CERC researchers:
- Associate Professor Joanne Porter
- Dr Michael Barbagallo
- Valerie Prokopiv
- Michelle James
Lived experiences of 1000 rural women in Australia
The project aims to better understand how regional, rural and remote women experience topics such as gender inequality, rurality, employment, childcare, tall poppy syndrome, and gender bias. The survey informed a documentary made by local production company CheekyMac.
CERC researchers:
- Professor Joanne Porter (lead)
- Luis Hualda
- Dr Daria Soldatenko
- Megan Simic
- Dr Sambath My
- Dr Nicole Coombs
- Kaye Borgelt
Read the media release
Download the Herald Sun article (PDF 703 KB)
Publications
- Pu, D., Gill, S., Field, M., Buccheri, A., Huggins, C., Haines, T., Porter, J.E., Versace, V., & Alston, L. (2026). Research capacity and culture development in a small rural health service. Australian Journal of Rural Health, 34(2), e70165, https://doi.org/10.1111/ajr.70165.
- Porter, J.E., Simic, M., Raymond, A., Ghasemi, M., Edgar, G., Vijayan, R., Jelleff, R., Stoneman. D., Armstrong, S., Mesagno, C. (2025). The experiences of hospital staff attending an organisation endorsed staff wellbeing centre in a large regional hospital: A mixed methods study. International Journal of Healthcare Management, 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1080/20479700.2025.2593833
- My, S., Porter, J. E., Soldatenko, D., Bailey, C., Hualda, L. A. T., & Ghasemi, M. (2026). Persistent Issues and Effective Approaches to Addressing Work-Related Gendered Violence in Australia: A Scoping Review. Australian Feminist Studies, 1–20. https://doi.org/10.1080/08164649.2026.2642666
- Soldatenko, D., Porter, J. E., Hualda, L. A. T., & My, S. (2026). Heritage railways as tourist attractions: a systematic review. Journal of Tourism and Cultural Change, 1–23. https://doi.org/10.1080/14766825.2026.2619779
- Kemel, P., Porter, J. E., Remedios, L., & Lewis, A. J. (2025). Bushfire and adolescent mental health: A systematic review. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry, 00048674251370108. https://doi.org/10.1177/00048674251370108
- Dabkowski, E., Porter, J.E., Smith, W., Fernando, A., Seaward, L., Jackson, M. (2025). Systemic Factors in Workplace Accidents: An umbrella review of serious injuries and fatalities. Social Sciences and Humanities Open, 12, 101944. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssaho.2025.101944
- Porter, J. E., Simic, M. R., Raymond, A., Ghasemi, M., Vijayan, R., Edgar, G., Luddeni, R., Stoneman, D.,A., Armstrong, S. & Mesagno, C. (2025). The experiences of hospital staff attending an organization endorsed staff wellbeing centre in a large regional hospital: A mixed methods study. International Journal of Healthcare Management, 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1080/20479700.2025.2593833
- Porter, J. E., Simic, M. R., Raymond, A., Ghasemiardekani, M., Edgar, G., Vijayan, R., Luddeni, R., Stoneman, D.A., Armstrong, S. & Mesagno, C. (2025). The experiences of staff managing an organisational wellbeing centre in a large regional hospital: A qualitative study. International Journal of Healthcare Management, 1–12. https://doi.org/10.1080/20479700.2025.2528027
- de Vent, K., Porter, J. E., & Larkins, J. (2025). Factors Associated With Length of Stay and Readmission Rates for Older Hospital in the Home Patients: A Systematic Review. Journal of Aging and Health. https://doi.org/10.1177/08982643251329425
- Porter J.E., Simic, M.R., Cruz, N., Prokopiv, V. & McIlroy, E. (2025). Remote health solutions in Far East Gippsland: a mixed-methods, co-designed evaluation of health service availability in isolated communities. Rural and Remote Health, 25(1). https://doi.org/10.22605/RRH8506
- Porter, J.E. Dabkowski, E. Smith, W. Fernando, A. Seaward, L. (2025). An analysis of systemic incident investigation methodologies applied in serious injury or fatality events: A rapid systematic review. Public Health in Practice. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.puhip.2025.100598
- Bransgrove, N. Porter, J.E. Peck, B. Bishop, J. (2024). Mapping Hospital in the Home Models of Care: A systematic review. Journal of Advanced Nursing. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.16639
- Porter J.E., Soldatenko D., Simic M.R., Miller E.M., Hualda L.A.T. (2024). Nature-based Community Recovery post-natural disaster: Black Summer bushfires. Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness. 2024;18:e341. https://doi.org/10.1017/dmp.2024.326
- Porter J.E., Miller, E.M., Prokopiv, V., Sewell, L., Borgelt, K., & Reimers, V. (2024) Providing a localised cervical cancer screening course for general practice nurses. Australian Journal of Primary Health, 30. https://doi.org/10.1071/PY24089
- Porter J, Coombs N, Barbagallo M. Student led community health checks in regional Victoria: A mixed methods study. Health Promot J Austral. 2024. https://doi.org/10.1002/hpja.909
- Bransgrove, N. J., Porter, J. E., Peck, B., & Bishop, J. (2024). Barriers, Benefits, and Enablers of Acute Home-Based Care (Hospital In The Home) in Australia for Older People: A Systematic Review. Home Health Care Management & Practice. https://doi.org/10.1177/10848223241252931
- Porter, J.E., Soldatenko, D., Borgelt, K., Sewell, L., Prokopiv, V., Simic, M., James, M., Reimers, V. (2024). The Latrobe Smoking Support Service: A quantitative study of participants in a regional area. Health Science Reports, 7(5), e2088. http://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.2088
- Bransgrove, N. Porter, J.E. Prokopiv, V. Wildblood, R. Prezioso, M. Bradley, V. Look, B. (2024). Local Men Local Communities: A rural placed-based approach to increase men's engagement with mental health training and events. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 1-8. https://doi.org/10.1002/hpja.861
- Casey, M., Dabkowski, E., de Gracia, R., Moore, K., Kennedy, G., Porter, J.E., Nasstasia, Y. & Alvarenga, M. (2024). Socioecological factors influencing physical activity engagement for women across the menopausal transition: A systematic review. Menopause: The Journal of the Menopause Society, 31(5), 1-14. https://doi.org/10.1097/GME.0000000000002337
- Kemel, PN. Porter, J.E. Coombs, N. (2023). The benefit and limitations of an online physical activity program in response to the COVID-19 pandemic: A quantitative analysis of the virtual Latrobe Streetgames program. Health Promotion Journal of Australia. https://doi.org/10.1002/hpja.795
- Coombs, N. Sewell, L. Jackson, M. Borgelt, K. Lee, J. Porter, J.E. (2023). Student-led pop-up health check clinics: Innovative health prevention strategy for a low socioeconomic community. Australian Journal of Primary Health. https://doi.org/10.1071/PY23034
- James, M. Porter, J.E. Prokopiv, V. Barbagallo, M. Johnson, N. Jones, J. Smitherson, T. (2023). Indigenous experiences and underutilisation of disability support services in Australia: A qualitative meta-synthesis. Disability and Rehabilitation, 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2023.2194681
- Porter, J.E. Dabkowski, E. Prokopiv, V. Missen, K. Barbagallo, M. James, M. (2023). An exploration into early childhood physical literacy programs: A Systematic Literature review. Australasian Journal of Early Childhood, 48(1), 34-49. https://doi.org/10.1177/18369391221118698
- Dabkowski, E., Porter, J. E., Barbagallo, M., Prokopiv, V., Snell, C., & Missen, K. (2023). A systematic literature review of workplace physical activity programs: An exploration of barriers and enabling factors. Cogent Psychology, 10(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/23311908.2023.2186327
- Barbagallo, M. Brito, S. Porter, J.E. (2023). Australian Men’s Sheds and their role in the Health and Wellbeing of men: A Systematic Review. Health & Social Care in the Community, 2023, 1-9. https://doi.org/10.1155/2023/2613413
- James, M. Porter, JE. Reimers, V. Prokopiv, V. (2023). The Effect of Positively Framed and Negatively Framed Messages on Televised Smoking Cessation Advertisement Success: A systematic review. Journal of Health Research, 37(2):129-138. https://doi.org/10.56808/2586-940X.1019
- Kemel, P. Porter, J.E. Coombs, N. (2022). The potential barriers and benefits of an online physical activity program during the COVID-19 restrictions: Latrobe Virtual Streetgames. A qualitative study. American Journal of Health Education, 54(1), 29-37, https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2022.2142338
- Porter, J.E. Dabkowski, E. Connolly, O. Prokopiv, V. (2022). Compliance with the Zero Suicide Initiative by Mental Health Clinicians at a Regional Mental Health Service: Development and Testing of a Clinical Audit Tool. Nursing Reports, 13(1), 29-42.https://doi.org/10.3390/nursrep13010003
- Dabkowski, E. Porter, J.E. Barbagallo, B. Prokopiv, V. Jackson, M. (2022). A scoping review of community-based adult suicide prevention initiatives in rural and regional Australia. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(12), 7007. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19127007
- Kemel, PN, Porter, JE, Coombs, N. (2022). Improving youth physical, mental and social health through physical activity: A Systematic literature review. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 33(3): 590–601. https://doi.org/10.1002/hpja.553
- Porter, J.E. Dabkowski, E. Connolly, O. Prokopiv, V. (2022). Exploring the perceptions of mental health clinicians’ perceptions of the Zero Suicide Prevention Initiative. International Journal of Mental Health Nursing, 31(3), 536-543. https://doi.org/10.1111/inm.12975
- Porter, J.E. Dabkowski, E. Prokopiv, V. Missen, K. Barbagallo, M. James, M. (2022). An exploration into early childhood physical literacy programs: A Systematic Literature review. Australasian Journal of Early Childhood. 48(1), 34-49. https://doi.org/10.1177/18369391221118698
- James, M. Porter, JE, Kattel, S, Prokopiv, V. Hopwood, P. (2022) Peer Educators in the Facilitation of Sexuality and Respectful relationship Education for people with an Intellectual Disability: A scoping review and narrative synthesis. Sexuality and Disability, 40(3), 487-502. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11195-022-09740-4
- Porter J, Dabbowski E, Ghasemirdekani M, Barbagallo M, James M, Prokopiv V, and Wright W. (2022) "The Impact of Nature-Led Recovery Initiatives for Individual and Community Health Post- Natural Disaster: A systematic literature review ". Reviews on Environmental Health, 38(4), 637-646. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35950270/
- Dabkowski, E. Porter, J.E. & Barbagallo, M. (2021). A thematic analysis of the perceptions of a community-based exercise program on the health and well-being of ageing adults. Health and Social Care in the Community, 29(6), 1990-1997. https://doi.org/10.1111/hsc.13343
- Pu, D., Gill, S., Field, M., Buccheri, A., Huggins, C., Haines, T., Porter, J.E., Versace, V., & Alston, L. (2026). Research capacity and culture development in a small rural health service. Australian Journal of Rural Health, 34(2), e70165, https://doi.org/10.1111/ajr.70165.
- Porter, J.E., Simic, M., Raymond, A., Ghasemi, M., Edgar, G., Vijayan, R., Jelleff, R., Stoneman. D., Armstrong, S., Mesagno, C. (2025). The experiences of hospital staff attending an organisation endorsed staff wellbeing centre in a large regional hospital: A mixed methods study. International Journal of Healthcare Management, 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1080/20479700.2025.2593833
- Porter, J.E., Soldatenko, D., Hualda, L.T.A., Simic, M., Borgelt, K., My, S. (2026). Walhalla Goldfields Railway Feasibility Study, 2025. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/WGRFSFR25
- Porter, J.E., Soldatenko, D., Hualda, L.T.A., Simic, M., Borgelt, K., My, S. (2026). Walhalla Goldfields Railway Feasibility Study, 2025, Summary report. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/WGRFS25SR
- Porter, JE., Coombs, N., Bransgrove, N., Borgelt, K., Simic, M. (2026). Evaluation Report of the Implementation of a Social Prescribing Pilot Project in the Latrobe Valley, 2023/2024. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/ERISPPL24
- Porter, JE., Prokopiv, V., Bransgrove, N., Borgelt, K., James, M. (2026). Evaluation Report of the Implementation of a Social Prescribing Pilot Project at Churchill in the Latrobe Valley, 2022/2023. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/ERISPPC23
- Porter, J.E., Sreeram, A., Kemel, P., Lavender, A., Simic, M., Soldatenko, D., Hualda, LTA. (2026). Evaluation of the Melbourne City Football Club City Futures Program, November 2025. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/EMCFCFP25
- Porter, J.E., My, S., Bailey, C., Hualda, LTA., Simic, M., Ghasemi, M., Borgelt, K., Soldatenko, D. (2025).Our Equal Local Government: A Project Preventing Gendered Violence and Sexual Harassment in Local Government, Report, June 2024 – May 2025
- Porter, J.E., Miller, E.M., Simic, M.R., Borgelt, K., Soldatenko, D., Coombs, N. (2024). Gippsland East Youth Project - Youth-led Bushfire Recovery Project Evaluation 2022 -2024. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/GEYPYBRP24
- Porter, J.E., Prokopiv, V., Reimers, V, Dabkowski, E., Soldatenko, D., & Borgelt, K. (2025). Latrobe Healthy Supermarkets Project Evaluation. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/LHSPE23
- Porter, J.E., Soldatenko, D., Webb, C., My, S., Hualda, LTA. (2024). Gippsland FM – Now and into the Future Project. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/GFNIFP24
- Porter, J.E., My, S., Simic, M., Coombs, N., Miller, E.M., Soldatenko, D., Abdelkader, A., Hualda, LTA. (2024). Development of a Network to Support Gippsland’s Migration Strategy, September 2024. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/DNSGMS24
- Porter, J.E., My, S., Simic, M., Coombs, N., Miller, E.M., Soldatenko, D., Abdelkader, A., Hualda, LTA. (2024). Gippsland Migration Recruitment & Retention Charter. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/GMRRCCERC24
- Porter, J.E., My, S., Simic, M., Coombs, N., Miller, L., Soldatenko, D., Hualda, LTA. (2024). Evaluation of the New Wave Gippsland Capacity Building Project 2023/2024. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/ENWGCBPE24
- Fenton, S., Porter, J.E., Simic, M., Soldatenko, D. (2024). Strategic Planning Report for the Tourism Innovation Working Group: Heyfield & District, 2024. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/SPRTIWH24
- Casey, M., Wagstaff, D., Porter, J.E., Eime, R. (2024). Improving women’s physical activity in the City of Casey: Breaking down barriers using co-design and participatory research. Evaluation Report to the City of Casey, March 2024. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/CCBDBER24
- Porter, J.E., Simic, M.R., Miller, E.M., Soldatenko, D., Hualda, L.A.T. (2024). Evaluation of the nature based community recovery project - Extended 2023. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/ENBCRPX23
- Porter, J.E., Bailey, C., Peck, B., Prokopiv, V., Simic, M.R., Borgelt, K. (2024). Early Years Family Violence Advisor Project Evaluation 2021-2023. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/EYFVAPE23
- Porter, JE., Hualda, LTA., Simic, M., Prokopiv, V. My Food Swaps Project Evaluation Report 2023
- Porter, J.E., Simic, M.R., Miller, E.M., Bransgrove, N., Barbagallo, M.S., Peck, B., Unsworth, C., Hewitt, A., Soldatenko, D., Hualda, L.A.T., My, S., Prokopiv., V. (2024). Food Security and Wellbeing Project Evaluation 2022 -2023. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/FSWBPEV23
- Porter, J.E., Coombs, N.M., Soldatenko, D., Simic, M.R., Miller, E.M., My, S., Bransgrove, N. (2024). Men’s Shed Field Officer Project Phase 2 Evaluation 2022 -2023. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/MSFOPP2E23
- Lewis, A., Porter, JE., Unsworth, C., Heine, C., Borgelt, K., Simic, MR., Miller, L. Early Childhood Programs and Services in the Latrobe Valley 2023
- Porter, J.E., Prokopiv, V., Peck, B., Bailey, C., & Forooshani, H. (2022). Adolescents Building Connections (ABC) Project Evaluation 2022. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/XACB5551
- Porter J.E., Simic, M., Ghasemiardekani, M., & Prokopiv, V. (2022). Latrobe Regional Hospital: The Wellness Centre Evaluation 2021-2022. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/GSGD8769
- Porter, JE, Coombs, N, Allen, L. Byfieldt, N. Jackson, M. Prokopiv, V. Farm World Health Checks Project Report 2023
- Porter, J.E., Prokopiv, V., Prezioso, M., Ghasemiardekani, M., Wildblood, R., Dabkowski, E., Barbagallo, M.S. (2024). Latrobe Valley Authority Health Innovation Project Report 2023. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/LBAHIPR23
- Porter, J.E., Reeves, J., Prokopiv, V. (2023). Rainbow Brick Road Report: A snapshot into LGBTQIA+ lives in Gippsland. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/RBRRASILLG
- Fenton, S., Porter, J.E., Fletcher, A., Dabkowski, E., & Prins, A. (2023). Physical Literacy Scoping Project: Children and Families. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/NVMX6078
- Porter, JE., Barbagallo, M., Hopwood, P., Prokopiv, V., James, M. Evaluation of the New Wave Gippsland Capacity Building Project Evaluation 2020/2022
- Porter, JE., Prokopiv, V., Bransgrove, N., Borgelt, K., James, M. Latrobe Health Assembly Social Prescribing Project Interim Evaluation Report 2022/2023
- Porter, JE., Barbagallo, M., Wright, W., Prokopiv, V., Dabkowski, E., Ghasemiardekani, M. Nature-Based Recovery Grants Project Evaluation 2022
- Porter, JE. Barbagallo, M. Prokopiv, V. Bransgrove, N. Soldatenko, D. Simic, M. Jones, J. Brito, S. Men’s shed Field Officer Project Evaluation 2021/2022
- Porter, J.E., Simic, M., Talpey, S., Fenton, S., Casey, M., McNeal, D., Statham, D., Prokopiv, V., & Miller, E.M. (2023). Cyan Moon Crew Preparation for the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/MHON8277
- Porter, JE, Prokopiv, V. Bransgrove, N. Forooshani, H. Latrobe City Council Environmental Sustainability Investigation of Community Engagement: Results and Analysis December 2022.
- Porter, J.E., Johnson, N., Prokopiv, V., Jackson, M., Prezioso, M., Cowan, A., Barbagallo, M., & Dabkowski, E. (2022). ‘I Am Deadly’ Project Evaluation. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/VKYC3809
- Porter, J.E., Prokopiv, V., Prezioso, M., Ghasemiardekani, M., Wildblood, R., Dabkowski, E., Barbagallo, M.S. (2024). Latrobe Valley Authority Career Pathways Project Report 2022. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/LVACPPR22
- Porter, JE. Reimers, V. James, M. Prokopiv, V. Pharmacy Smoking Cessation Project: Evaluation Report: 30.03.2022
- Porter, JE. Prokopiv, V. Reimers, V. Barbagallo, M. James, M. Jackson, M. Prezioso, M. Latrobe Health Innovation Zone Early Detection and Screening Including Tobacco Initiative: Risk and Opportunistic Screening Evaluation 2022
- Porter, JE. Prokopiv, V. Reimers, V. Barbagallo, M. James, M. Jackson, M. Prezioso, M. Latrobe Health Innovation Zone Early Detection and Screening Including Tobacco Initiative: Population Based Cancer Screening Evaluation 2022
- Porter, JE. Prokopiv, V. Reimers, V. Barbagallo, M. James, M. Jackson, M. Prezioso, M. Latrobe Health Innovation Zone Early Detection and Screening Including Tobacco Initiative Smoking Cessation Evaluation 2022
- Porter, J.E., Jackson, M., Cruz, N., & Prokopiv, V. (2022). Building Healthy and Resilient Communities through Service Equity Project Evaluation. [Report]. Federation University Australia. https://doi.org/10.35843/CJVI5778
- Porter, JE. Borgelt, K. De Vent, K. Larkins, J. Trends in Respiratory Hospital Admissions: An Examination of Victorian Local Government Areas: 2022
- Porter, JE. James, M. Reimers, V. Barbagallo, M. Prokopiv, V. Gippsland Primary Health Network Nurse Cervical Screening Training Program: November 2019 and October 2021 Evaluation
- Porter, JE.Reimers, V. James, M. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Gippsland Primary Health Network Cancer Screening Community Survey Results and Analysis 2021. Gippsland Primary Health Network
- Porter, JE. Barbagallo, M. Reimers. V, Prokopiv, V. James, M. Dabkowski, E. Prezioso, M. Latrobe City Council Community Panel 100 for Latrobe City Council August 2021
- Porter, JE. Dabkowski, E. Prokopiv, V. Barbagallo, M, James. M. Snell. C, Missen, K. Make Your Move Latrobe: Physical Literacy Program, Workplace Program: Evaluations For Latrobe Health Assembly (LHA) and GippSport August 2021
- Porter, JE. Dabkowski, E. Prokopiv, V. James, M. Barbagallo, M. Reimers, V. Increasing Access to Sport: An Evaluation For Latrobe Health Assembly (LHA) and GippSport August 2021
- Porter, JE. Reimers, V. Barbagallo, M. James, M. Dabkowski, S. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Emerging Practice Survey for Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Latrobe Health Assembly June / July 2020
- Porter, JE. Reimers, V. Barbagallo, M. James, M. Dabkowski, E. Kattell, S. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Youth Engagement in Latrobe: The Impact of COVID-19 2020. Baw Baw Latrobe Local Learning and Employment Network (LLEN)
- Porter, JE. Barbagallo, M. James, M. Prokopiv, V Collaborative Evaluation Unit Hands up Latrobe Valley 2019/2020 Evaluation. Latrobe Health Assembly
- Porter, JE. Jones, J. Johnson, N. James, M. Weragoda De Silva, S. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Gippsland Aboriginal Advocacy Support Service Evaluation Report 2020
- Porter, JE, Prokopiv, V. Kemel, P. James, M. Coombes, N, Hopwood P: Collaborative Evaluation Unit Latrobe Streetgames 2020/2021. GippSport / Latrobe Health Assembly
- Porter, JE. Dabkowski, E. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Zero Suicide Prevention Program: Latrobe Regional Hospital Evaluation 2020. Latrobe Regional Hospital
- Porter, JE. Barbagallo, M. James, M. Prokopiv, V. De Silva, S. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Community Health Hub and Clinic Community Consultation 2020. Department of Health and Human Services
- Porter, JE. Reimers, V. Missen, K. Morgan D. Whyte, S. Klein, B. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Develop of an Evaluation Framework, 2019. Department of Health and Human Services
- Porter, JE. Reimers, V. Missen, K. Morgan D. Whyte, S. Klein, B. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Participatory Evaluation Framework: A Guide 2019. Department of Health and Human Services
- Porter, JE. Missen, K. Reimers, V. Morgan, D. Whyte, S. Klein, B. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit Mental Health Awareness Campaign Lifeline Evaluation 2018/2019. Latrobe Health Assembly
- Porter, JE. Missen, K. Reimers, V. Morgan, D. Whyte, S. Klein, B. Prokopiv, V. Collaborative Evaluation Unit GippSport Latrobe Streetgames Evaluation 2018/2019. GippSport / Latrobe Health Assembly
Contact us
If you have any questions about CERC or you'd like to discuss engagement opportunities, please email CERC@federation.edu.au or call (03) 5122 6440.