Despite the scale of the problem, important gaps remain in our understanding of both the lived experience and future consequences of injuries. Policymakers and practitioners often lack timely, reliable, and actionable evidence to guide prevention efforts, improve care, support recovery, and plan for future needs. Critical questions remain about who is most at risk, how injuries affect individuals and families over time, what resources will be required to meet future healthcare demands, and which investments will have the greatest impact on reducing injury burden.

To address these challenges, the Centre’s work is organised around two complementary streams.  We work across the continuum of injury prevention and response—from understanding risks and preventing injuries, to supporting recovery, strengthening systems, and informing long-term planning.