Issue #360 | 17 February 2023 |
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The Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP, Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities and Treasury |
Productivity Commission ‘double giving’ review |
Last week's announcement of the beginning of Productivity Commission review examining ways to boost philanthropic giving marked a watershed moment on the journey towards a more generous and inclusive Australia. Philanthropy Australia CEO, Jack Heath, says that the review is a huge opportunity for our nation. |
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New resources for members on Indigenous Voice to Parliament
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Philanthropy Australia has released information and useful resources for its members about the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, as well as guidance regarding the role of philanthropy during this process. |
| The James and Diana Ramsay Foundation have reached a significant milestone in having awarded $20 million in philanthropic grants since its establishment in 2008. |
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More disadvantaged Indigenous children based in Taree and beyond will have access to early education programs thanks to a partnership between Greater Charitable Foundation and the Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation. |
| Commonwealth, state and territory Treasurers have progressed work towards a single fundraising regulation regime in Australia. Treasurers agreed to a set of nationally consistent fundraising principles to streamline requirements on charitable fundraiser conduct. |
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Pride Foundation Australia (PFA) has announced a new large grant round to a total value of $50,000, with a focus on reducing harm from alcohol and other drugs (AOD) for LGBTQIA+ people in Australia. This is in recognition that a disproportionate number of LGBTIQIA+ people are affected by harmful AOD use and that there is a benefit in providing culturally inclusive health promotion, support and treatment. |
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| Philanthropy Australia events |
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ChatGPT: Friend or Foe for comms professionals? |
Where: Online When: 9 March
12 noon - 1pm AEDT
To get the most value from ChatGPT, organisations need to consider the benefits and risks of using the technology in relation to their specific needs and operations. In the second session of our communications network, Dr Karen Sutherland will guide us through the pros and cons of using ChatGPT in our work as communications professionals. |
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Host: Rural Business Support Relief Fund
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19 February | Coopers Stadium, Hindmarsh, SA |
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Host: The Achieve Foundation |
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2 March | Antler Offices, Sydney |
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Host: Australian Red Cross and the Society of Women Leaders |
6 March | The Fullerton Hotel, Sydney |
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Host: Impact Investment Summit, Asia Pacific |
30-31 March | International Convention Centre, Sydney
10% Off Code for Philanthropy Australia Members: PA23 |
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Hobart | Tasmanian Land Conservancy |
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Melbourne | Australians Investing in Women |
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Melbourne | The Trawalla Foundation |
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Flexible location | Australian Environmental Grantmakers Network |
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Adelaide | Underwood Executive |
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South Australia | Flinders University |
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Melbourne | St Kilda Mums |
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We would like to acknowledge and thank
our partners for their generous support. Click here to learn more about our partners. |
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Philanthropy Australia acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
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