Dr Sonja Hood AM: Belonging is more than a visa category or postcode
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
Belonging is more than a visa category, and it's more than a postcode. But who gets to belong, and who becomes a headline? In Giving News, Dr Sonja Hood joins us to discuss social cohesion in the face of a changing Australia. She explores what creates connection across diverse communities, why belonging matters, and the insights she'll bring to Conference 2026.
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From Nairobi: Darrell Wade on progress, philanthropy and local leadership
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
Calling in from Nairobi, Philanthropy Australia Board Chair Darrell Wade shares why the future of Africa is "remarkably bright", the locally led innovations transforming communities, and why philanthropy can go further than many people realise.
New research reveals growing strain on Australia’s social economy
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
New research reveals a social economy under growing strain, as organisations navigate workforce shortages, funding pressures and increasing expectations while continuing to support communities across Australia.
New Board members bring fresh perspectives to Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
Two of Philanthropy Australia's newest Board members, Caroline Gurney and Ingrid Albert, share the experiences and values shaping their vision for the future of Australian philanthropy.
Key insights from the Education Funders Peer Network: AI, equity and the future of learning
By Fleur Allen, Engagement Lead, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
AI has the potential to personalise learning, reduce teacher workload and expand access to support, but its benefits will depend on how equitably and thoughtfully it is implemented, according to education leaders convened by Philanthropy Australia's Education Funders Peer Network.
Mobilising capital for good: the future of impact investing in Australia
By David Hetherington, CEO Impact Investing Australia
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
Impact investing in Australia is at a pivotal moment. The sector’s annual Benchmarking Impact Survey is now open and will inform the most comprehensive snapshot of market activity, sentiment and performance to date. IIA CEO David Hetherington explains why participation matters and what’s next for the sector.
Collective giving is reshaping philanthropy for the better. The task now is to propel it forward
By Maree Sidey, CEO, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
Philanthropy Australia CEO Maree Sidey explores how collective giving is transforming the way Australians participate in philanthropy. Drawing on insights from our new Giving Together research, she discusses a movement at an inflection point – no longer emerging, but not yet fully realised.
