“We want to enable communities and organisations to generate, use and translate data and evidence to create a better future for the people they work with and care for.”

Our purpose

At Stats With Purpose, we believe that data is more than numbers on a page—it is a powerful catalyst for change.

We are purpose-driven and offer specialised services to help communities and organisations generate, understand, and translate data and evidence into meaningful action.

We partner with businesses, service providers, community organisations and government departments to create the insights they need to:

  • Continuously improve their services and products
  • Identify key areas and leverage points for system-wide improvement
  • Demonstrate the effectiveness and impact of their work
  • Turn evidence into practical, implementable recommendations
  • Strengthen strategic planning and decision-making

Our work is grounded in a simple ambition: to help organisations strengthen their services so that the people and communities they support and interact with can thrive.

Everything we do is shaped by a unique blend of technical expertise, lived experience, and a deep commitment to supporting people on their professional development journey. We are passionate about helping organisations use evidence with confidence — and building better futures for the communities they are part of and serve.

Our team has more than 15 years of professional experience in research, data analytics, evaluation, statistics, econometrics and information management across public policy, economics, finance, healthcare and human services.

Having a community focus, we also have extensive expertise in helping small and medium sized organisations in regional Australia, not-for-profit organisations, and service providers in sectors where quality, safety, and impact are critical — Specialist Family Violence Services, Sexual Assault Services, Family Services, Child Protection, Disability Services, and Community Health Services.

Our Values

At Stats With Purpose, our work is driven by a commitment to strengthen services and improve outcomes for children, families, and communities. These values guide how we think, collaborate, and deliver impact.

Purposeful Impact

We use data and evidence to improve outcomes for children, families, and communities. Our work is meaningful, grounded in social purpose, and focused on creating positive change.

Integrity in Evidence

We uphold the highest standards of ethical, transparent, and rigorous analytic practice. We communicate insights honestly and responsibly so decisions are guided by trustworthy evidence.

Partnership & Collaboration

We work alongside organisations as trusted partners. We listen deeply, co-design solutions, share knowledge, and build capability—ensuring our work is practical, sustainable, and empowering.

Equity & Inclusion

We respect diverse cultures, identities, and lived experiences. We provide services with a focus on promoting fairness, reducing bias, and elevating lived experience and the voices of people most affected by services.

Clarity & Accessibility

We make data understandable, usable, and meaningful. We turn complexity into insights that support real-world decisions and help organisations deliver better services.

Accountability & Reliability

We honour our commitments and deliver consistently high-quality work. We take responsibility for our decisions, our methods, and our impact—earning lasting trust.

Care for People & Relationships

We cultivate a supportive, respectful, and human-centred workplace. We care for the wellbeing of our colleagues, clients, and communities—acting with empathy, kindness, and professionalism.

Meet our team

Dr Arno Parolini

Managing Director

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Kim Louwdyk

Manager – Corporate & Business

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Claudia Simpson

Coordinator – HR & Compliance

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Fariha Kabir

Research & Project Assistant

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Have any questions? We are always happy to talk about new projects, innovative ideas and how we can help you.

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Dr Arno Parolini

Managing Director

Data Science | Research | Evaluation | Information Management | Data Systems

Arno Parolini is a data science and evaluation specialist with over 15 years of experience analysing complex data across diverse sectors. As the founder of Stats With Purpose (est. 2024), he helps human and health service organisations to use data and evidence to improve their services and drive impact.

Previously, Arno held senior roles at Family Safety Victoria and the Victorian Disability Worker Commission and has worked in academia across Europe and Australia. He holds a doctoral degree in economics (behavioural public economics and applied econometrics) and master’s degrees in economics (public economics and applied econometrics) and business administration (finance and business informatics). 

Arno is a Senior Honorary Fellow at the University of Melbourne and he is also affiliated with the California Child Welfare Indicators Project (CCWIP) at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on applying advanced statistical models for policy analysis and evaluation, particularly at the intersection of family violence and child protection. With 30+ research and evaluation projects completed, Arno brings deep expertise in statistics and econometrics, mixed-methods analysis and implementation science. He also has a passion for mentoring high-performing teams. His work is published in leading international journals and books.

Kim Louwdyk

Manager – Corporate & Business

Project Management | Business Services | Stakeholder Management | Training & Education

Kim Louwdyk is a qualified primary school teacher with over 17 years’ experience teaching a wide range of ages and subjects. During her teaching career, she held a range of leadership roles, including Learning Specialist and team leadership positions. She holds a Bachelor of Science and a Postgraduate Degree in Education from the University of the Sunshine Coast.

Kim works as the Manager – Corporate and Business at Stats with Purpose, drawing on her extensive experience in education as well as a background in sales roles, which have strengthened her people skills, communication, and relationship management. She brings strong organisational capability and a collaborative approach to supporting effective business operations and positive working relationships across the organisation.

Claudia Simpson

Coordinator – HR & Compliance

Human Resource Management | Contracting | Business Administration

With over 20 years of experience in office administration and team management, Claudia brings a strong focus on efficiency, accuracy, and operational excellence. Her attention to detail, multilingual skills, and understanding of financial and legal contracts have supported the successful delivery of large-scale and international projects.

Claudia’s background spans health, international business, IT, and recruitment, enabling her to quickly adapt to new systems and environments. Known for her strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach, she builds trusted relationships across cultures and supports positive, well-functioning teams.

Fariha Kabir

Research & Project Assistant

Data Analytics | Econometrics | Evaluation | Family Violence | Economics

Fariha is a PhD candidate in Economics at Monash University, where her research uses large-scale data to study domestic and intimate partner violence. Her work focuses on uncovering the drivers of violence and examining how policy and social interventions influence women’s safety, wellbeing, and long-term outcomes.
 
Fariha received the prestigious Sir John Monash Scholarship for academic excellence for her master’s in economics. Alongside her doctoral research, she works as a Research Assistant at the Centre for Development Economics and Sustainability (CDES) and as a Teaching Assistant in the Monash University  Department of Economics.

At Stats With Purpose, Fariha is passionate about applying rigorous analysis to projects that create meaningful social impact—bridging evidence, policy, and practice to support better outcomes for families and communities.