VC's Centre of Public Ideas

The Vice-Chancellor’s Centre of Public Ideas (CoPI) at the University of Canberra explores how historical analysis can inform and develop the practice of contemporary politics, and restore long-term thinking to policymaking for the national good.

Based in Canberra, Australia’s national capital, and devoted to applied politics and history with a contemporary Australian focus, CoPI recognises the critical role universities play as civil institutions and knowledge-creators, supporting an inclusive and engaged citizenship and well-informed, democratic decision-making.

CoPI works with students, academics, community, government, industry and civil society, providing opportunities for stimulating open debate on the most pressing questions facing Australia and the world.