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Alan Hough is an Adjunct Professor at La Trobe University, affiliated with the Living with Disability Research Centre. His work focuses on governance structures within disability services, regulatory frameworks, and quality assurance in nonprofit organizations. He has collaborated extensively with organizations like Purpose at Work and has contributed to policy reforms through research on disability service provision and workplace safety.
Research interests include disability policy implementation, nonprofit board governance, and safeguarding mechanisms in human services. His recent work highlights systemic issues in disability service regulation, drawing lessons from high-profile cases such as the Disability Royal Commission findings. He has also examined the role of boards in ensuring quality outcomes and addressing risks in aged care and disability sectors.
Publications span topics like workplace safety compliance, board diversity, and the impact of regulatory systems on service delivery. Hough’s collaborative projects, such as the Director Pathways Project, explore leadership representation for individuals with disabilities in governance roles. His work bridges academic research with practical policy recommendations to improve service quality and protect vulnerable populations.
