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‘We’re developing future champions of theatre’

Allison Harding Fri, 4 Oct 2024

A unique Queensland Theatre Company (QTC) program for young people is sparking young people’s interest in careers in the arts but also building the audiences and champions of the future, thanks to generous philanthropic support.

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The ‘growing, complex web of wellbeing challenges’ facing school students

Nick Place Fri, 13 Sep 2024

Schools Plus has developed a number of initiatives aimed at supporting young people’s mental health in rural communities that is producing heartening outcomes.

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Traditional knowledge and archaeology combine to help preserve First Nations heritage

Nick Place Fri, 6 Sep 2024

The Everick Foundation uses archaeological services and scientific evidence, specifically the dating of culturally significant sites, combined with traditional knowledge systems to support First Nations communities preserve their culture and heritage in place, on Country.

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Support for local NFPs during and after droughts is critical to sustainability and recovery

Fri, 30 Aug 2024

A report commissioned by FRRR into its long-running Tackling Tough Times Together (TTTT) drought support program has found that funding locally based NFPs and community groups and activities that strengthen social capital during drought sustains communities and supports recovery.  The TTTT program ran from 2014 to 2022 and was collaboratively funded by government and philanthropy, awarding $18.6 million via 681 grants.

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Conference questions answered: Safeena Husain, Founder of Educate Girls

Safeena Husain Fri, 30 Aug 2024

Safeena Husain’s presentation on accelerating impact at scale through investing in women and girls in India struck a chord with many at the Philanthropy Australia Conference 2024. Here Safeena responds to audience questions.

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‘Engagement and energy’ in impact investing is growing

Michelle Di Fabio, Program Director, Foundations Group for Impact Investing Fri, 30 Aug 2024

Under the Shared Capital theme at the Philanthropy Australia conference, common themes emerged in relation to impact investment. Michelle Di Fabio, Philanthropy Australia’s Program Director, Foundations Group for Impact Investing, reflects on the key issues and discussions, the resounding increase in interest - and what’s needed for continued growth.

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Operation Flinders: ‘It’s a bit of a headspin for the kids’

Nick Place Fri, 30 Aug 2024
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