Inspiring new video series from AIIW

Australians Investing In Women (AIIW) has launched an inspiring series of 13 interviews featuring some of the sector’s most influential voices. Philanthropy Australia is delighted to support the release of the videos.

The series – Empowered Giving for a Fairer Future – was created with the support of the Besen Family Foundation – brings viewers into meaningful conversations with sector leaders Jill Reichstein OAM, Eve Mahlab AO, Carol Schwartz AO, Maree Sidey, Cathy Scalzo, Ian Bird OLY, Lisa Keenan, Deanne Weir, Mim Bartlett, Cat Fay, Joanne Kirk, Hugh Belfrage and Julie Reilly OAM who share practical insights, lessons and case studies highlighting how gender-informed strategies can be applied to tackle complex social issues.

Julie Reilly OAM, CEO of AIIW, said: “This series underscores how a gender-focused approach to philanthropy can lead to deeper impact and lasting change.

“As a supporting partner of the She Gives campaign, we are proud that this series supports a growing showcase of Australian women donors who prioritise women and girls and gender equality in their giving, alongside philanthropic men and advocates who share this value.”

Carol Schwartz AO

Eve Mahlab AO

Jill Reichstein OAM

The series was produced by Ella Mitchell with filmmaker Maggie Eudes.

For access to Gender-wise research and resources, please visit www.aiiw.org.au

AIIW is a leading not-for-profit organisation that advocates for gender-wise philanthropy. AIIW encourages all Australians – particularly philanthropic, corporate, and community leaders – to apply a gender lens to their giving and increase investment in women and girls, to help create a fairer and more inclusive society.