Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement for Australia
Updates in Round 2 of Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for Australian Universities
Building on the success of Round 1, the Carnegie National Advisory Committee (NAC) has refined the Australian application and guide to make participation even more accessible, meaningful, and impactful.
Key improvements include:
- Clearer, more engaging language designed for Australian universities
- Emphasis on locally relevant priorities, including Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and equity groups
- Alignment with national frameworks such as ERA and the Engagement and Impact Assessment
- Integration with sector priorities and policies, including the Australian Universities Accord and UN Sustainable Development Goals
This round is an opportunity for universities to shine, strengthen their community engagement practices, and join a growing network of institutions committed to social impact.
Timeline
Application available on GivePulse platform- 14 Oct 2025
Deadline to purchase application – 13 Feb 2026
Application Deadline – 12 Feb 2027
Notification to universities of the application status – Early July 2027
Public announcement of the classification at Engagement Australia Conference – July 2027
If you would like more information about the Classification process and timeframe, please get in touch via email carnegie@engagementaustralia.org.au
