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Frequently Asked Questions

Website

Can I contribute content to the Evatt Foundation's website?

We invite contributions, provided they are consistent with the Evatt Foundation's Statement of Purpose. However, we reserve full rights to decide whether to publish the contribution.

You may also wish to read our guidelines for contributors.

Stay in touch by subscribing to our free online Evatt Journal.

Can I republish something from the Foundation's website?

No you cannot, unless we give you an explicit permission. 'Yes' is the response to which we are predisposed, but all the material on our website is original or published with permission. Unfortunately, therefore, you also must ask permission.

We will endeavour to support re-publishing that is consistent with the purpose of the Evatt Foundation, but please send an email to be given clearance.

How is the site organised?

The site's three major points of access and activity are "Latest News", "Latest Publications" and "Latest Events". Following is a brief description of each of these functions, after which there is a brief description of other features of the site and some tips on how to use it.

How often do you email the Evatt Journal?

We only publish when we have something to say. Sometimes this might be twice a month, usually it will be less frequent than monthly. Subscribe now, it's free.

What's the best way to use this site?

Subscribe to our free online Evatt Journal, and read the answer to the FAQ "How is the site organised?".

Why can't I find what I'm looking for?

The most likely reason is that you are trying to access an item relating to Evatt Events, which are deleted from the site after their date is passed.

Sometimes Events are re-posted as News items if they contain newsworthy or otherwise useful information, in which case they are retrospectively posted for the month in which the Event was originally posted (not the month in which the Event occurred). If this has been the case, you will find the item by scrolling down Evatt News.

Contributions

Can I do some research for the Evatt Foundation?

There are no paid research positions available at the Evatt Foundation at present. While you cannot work for the Foundation, you can work with us. The Foundation often works with other people and organisations that are undertaking research or other activities that is consistent with our  Statement of Purpose. We would be happy to consider any proposal that you may wish to make.

Can I do voluntary work for the Foundation?

The Foundation is supported by the voluntary efforts of many people. Contact us if you would like to help.


What are the guidelines for contributors?

We welcome contributions. There are no hard and fast rules; except for one, which is that the Evatt Foundation fully reserves the right to decide what it will publish. We aim to publish on the basis of quality and relevance. We particularly encourage contributions from members of the Evatt Foundation, to whom we will always give priority. If you are considering making a contribution, you might find the following advice helpful.

Research

Can the Evatt Foundation do some research for me?

The Evatt Foundation, a non-profit association, undertakes research for other organisations on a fee for service basis, provided the research is consistent with our Statement of Purpose. Make an inquiry today.

How can I find out more about Doc Evatt?

You can read the article on our site, Doc Evatt.

You can purchase Moving in the Open Daylight: Doc Evatt, an Australian at the UN (with a foreword by Michael Kirby), by Ashley Hogan (University of Sydney Press, 2008) securely online. Simply click on the button below and follow the instructions.

You can also visit the Evatt Collection at the Flinders University of South Australia.

How is the Evatt Foundation funded?

The Evatt Foundation receives income from membership fees, donations, research fees, conference fees, publications, and payments for projects initiated by the Foundation. We do not receive grants from any government or other institution.

What is the State of the States Report?

The State of the States is an annual report that was published by the Evatt Foundation for 14 years, which aimed to measure the performance of each state government and draw attention to policies at the sub-national level. The series was concluded in 2007 because the Foundation believes that its main objectives had been met: the international financial credit rating agencies have been discredited world wide, and now no Australian government would ever consider running for re-election without presenting polices that address the triple bottom line of social, economic and environmental objectives.

Policy

Is the Evatt Foundation part of the Labor Party?

No.

The Evatt Foundation is not affiliated with any political party. Many of our members are also members of the Australian Labor Party, obviously because it is also part of the labour movement, but there is no formal affiliation. We have members who are members of other political parties, members who are not members of any political party and members who do not tell us whether they are members of a political party.

Is the Evatt Foundation part of the trade union movement?

No.

The Evatt Foundation is not affiliated with any trade union. Many of our members are also members of trade unions and many trade unions are members of the Evatt Foundation, obviously because trade unions are part of the labour movement, but there is no formal affiliation. We have members who are not members of trade unions, there are trade unions who are not members of the Evatt Foundation, and we have members who do not tell us whether they are members of a trade union.

What are the Evatt Foundation's policy priorities?

The Executive Committee has three sub-committees:

  • Democracy and Human Rights Committee (convened by Ron Dyer)
  • Economics Committee (convened by Richard Gartrell)
  • International Relations Committee (convened by Mel Gatfield)

All members are invited to express an interest in joining the committee that most aligns with their priorities.

Membership

What types of membership does the Evatt Foundation offer?

Individual Membership

  • Individual Membership [$50.00 p.a.]
  • Concessional (low income) Individual Membership [$25.00 p.a.]

Institutional Membership

  • Small Organisation (>1000 members) [$250.00 p.a.]
  • Medium Organisation (<2000 members) [$500.00 p.a.]
  • Large Organisation (20000 + members) [$1000.00 p.a.]

We also offer a free subscription service to our online Evatt Journal.