About us

A formal partner of the NSW Government, JMI is a unique joint venture between government and leading Australian universities. Launched in 2021, we work closely with government ministers, departments, and other decision-makers to help address their most pressing policy priorities, enabling them to harness a wide range of expert advice. JMI is an independent, non-partisan policy institute with charitable status.

James Martin Kt QC (1820 – 1886) was three times premier of New South Wales and a leading reformer in the early days of self-government. He is the only person to have served as Premier, Chief Justice and Attorney-General of NSW. Martin rose from a humble background to become a distinguished figure in the law and politics. Across more than four decades in public life, he influenced almost every aspect of democratic governance. His legacy remains most prominent in public education and in helping establish self-government for NSW. The Institute’s name reflects Martin’s commitment to reform and innovation in public policy for the betterment of society.

Vision

Transforming public policy

Vision

Our vision is for Australia to have a flourishing ecosystem of public policymaking, built on seamless engagement between policymakers and a diverse range of experts, to address our most complex public policy challenges.

Mission

Collaboration for impact

Mission

JMI works to enhance government’s strategic policy capability, translating world-leading research expertise into relevant, timely and pragmatic advice for policymakers. 

Purpose

Deliver practical and smart policy solutions

Purpose

To support governments to deliver pragmatic and smart policy solutions, informed by leading expertise and research, that will have far-reaching benefits for the people Australia.

Values

Independent and non-partisan

Values

We value pragmatic optimism, purposeful collaboration, and boldness of ideas. As a non-partisan institute, we ensure neutrality and openness.

Vision

Transforming public policy

Vision

Our vision is for Australia to have a flourishing ecosystem of public policymaking, built on seamless engagement between policymakers and a diverse range of experts, for the purpose of addressing our most complex public policy challenges.

Mission

Co-design, co-delivery, collaboration, communication

Mission

We bring government, universities, industry and communities together to deliver practical and relevant public policy outcomes through a process of co-design, co-delivery and collaboration that will harness leading academic research capability.

Purpose

Deliver practical and smart policy solutions

Purpose

To support governments to deliver pragmatic and smart policy solutions, informed by leading academic research, that will have far-reaching benefits for the people of NSW and beyond.

Values

Independent and non-partisan

Values

We are an independent, non-partisan organisation delivering public good. We provide a neutral space for collaboration to address complex issues. Our values include pragmatic optimism, excellence, purposeful collaboration, and boldness.

Our Partners

Meet the team

Board

Our Board brings considerable expertise, experience and networks across a range of public policy areas.

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Staff

Our staff are experienced public policy professionals and experts in their fields.

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University Key Contacts

Our Key Contacts provide assistance and advice at partner universities.

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Research Advisory Group

This group provides expert advice on quality, strategy, and governance of research activities.

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Team overview

For an overview of the entire JMI Team, click on the link below.

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Board

Our Board brings considerable expertise, experience and networks across a range of public policy areas.

Find out more

Staff

Our staff are experienced public policy professionals and experts in their fields.

Find out more

University Key Contacts

Our Key Contacts provide assistance and advice at partner universities.

Find out more

Research Advisory Group

This group provides expert advice on quality, strategy, and governance of research activities.

Find out more

Team overview

For an overview of the entire JMI Team, click on the link below.

Find out more

GOVERNANCE

JMI is an independent body governed by a Board of directors.

JMI is an independent charity, governed by a Board of directors. The Board is responsible for the overall governance, management and strategic direction of JMI. The Board comprises seven directors, including an independent Chairperson.

Disclaimer

As a non-partisan, independent policy institute, JMI does not adopt an institutional view on specific policy issues. The findings of any JMI publication do not necessarily reflect the views of the Institute, its Board, funders, or other partners.