Exploring challenges and opportunities in the South Asia region
The South Asia Hub is designed to foster engagement, offering in-depth insights and discussions on a wide range of subjects including politics, culture, economics, and human rights. Whether you are a scholar, policymaker, or enthusiast, our hub provides valuable resources and perspectives to enhance your understanding and connection with this diverse and rapidly evolving region. |
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Sustainable Development Goals
Griffith University is aligned with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is committed to advancing sustainable development through comprehensive initiatives that promote economic prosperity, social inclusion, environmental sustainability and good governance for all.
Our publications
Explore our commentary, policy briefs and research papers from the India and the South Asia region.
Research highlights
Below are some examples of our research on a diverse range of topics spanning the South Asia region— India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan. These projects explore critical areas such as economic development, social transformation, environmental sustainability, governance, health, and education. By leveraging interdisciplinary approaches and regional expertise, our researchers provide comprehensive insights into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by these South Asian nations.
Developing and translating soil health information in Bangladesh for resilent agricultural systems
Bridging the digital divide by enhancing effective usage of digital financial products and services
Pakistan's National Financial Literacy Program for Youth case study
Confronting labour market challenges in South Asia: An SDG perspective
China coal exit: Phase down of coal-fired power in Pakistan and Vietnam
Accountability for past human rights violations in South Asia
Our researchers
- Professor Rajesh Basrur
- Ron Bevacqua
- Professor Colin Brown
- Assoc Prof Andreas Chai
- Professor Cordia Chu
- Assoc Prof Sameer Deshpande
- Pieter Franken
- Professor Ian Hall
- Rebecca Hall
- Professor Yan Islam
- Professor Renée Jeffery
- Professor Shireenjit Johl
- Assoc Prof Kanchana Kariyawasam
- Assoc Prof Parvinder Kler
- Dr Greta Nabbs-Keller
- Dr Shamsun Nahar
- Dr Harsha Sarvaiya
- Professor Selva Selvanathan
- Professor Saroja Selvanathan
- Dr Gunaro Setiawan
- Assoc Prof Tarlok Singh
- Dr Jen-Je Su
- Dr Park Thaichan