Mark Riboldi

Dr. Mark Riboldi is a Lecturer in the Management Discipline Group at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), specializing in social impact and civil society organizations. His research focuses on the role of nonprofits, democratic relationships in civil society, and community-driven initiatives, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. He previously worked in policy advising, advocacy, and strategic consultancy for NGOs and small businesses.

Research Interests: Civil society organizations (CSOs), democracy dynamics, nonprofit strategies, community resilience, and justice reinvestment. His work explores how CSOs engage with communities and governments, with a focus on Aboriginal-led initiatives and pandemic responses.

Grants & Projects:

• Modern challenges to government and social democracy in Australia (2025)
• Reinvesting in community-led justice solutions (2024-2026)

Teaching: Courses include Strategic Management, Measuring Social Impact, and Advocacy & Social Change at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Professional Roles: Advisor to the Sydney Policy Lab, contributor to platforms like The Conversation, and active on Bluesky discussing Australian politics and civil society.