Full dataset and linked data

This dataset includes all individual surveys items, derived variables and scale scores. You must select an ALSWH Liaison person to advise on your project. Apply directly to ALSWH – the application process takes approximately 2 months (see closing dates below).
Additional sub datasets may also be requested, including:

May be requested along with the full survey dataset.

Use is strictly regulated. Approval will be sought from all relevant Human Research Ethics Committees and Data Custodians on your behalf. Note: this process is outside of our control and may take several months in addition to the standard application processing time.

For projects involving linked data, an ALSWH Project Liaison must be included in the project as a collaborator, and as an author on any publications. This requirement is due to the complexity of the data and ALSWH’s responsibilities to the data custodians.

Linked data for approved projects can only be accessed:

Please note the following ALSWH Data Access Committee meeting schedule for an approximate timeframe for processing Expressions of Interest. Once your project is approved, you will be required to complete additional documentation, relevant to your project type.