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Division is a stronger perception than a lived reality
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 30 October 2026
Headlines and social media feeds often portray Australia as increasingly divided, but research presented at the Philanthropy Australia Conference offers a more nuanced picture. More in Common founder and CEO Tim Dixon said Australians remain overwhelmingly committed to finding common ground – even as they perceive the country as increasingly polarised.
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A fond farewell to Kim Harland
Thu, 29 October 2026
With appreciation and gratitude, Philanthropy Australia farewells Queensland and Northern Territory Senior Director of Engagement Kim Harland this week.
How a gender lens can identify inequities that might otherwise go unnoticed
By Catherine Noble, Programs and Impact Lead, Australians Investing in Women
Thu, 29 October 2026
From housing to AI, Catherine Noble from Australians Investing in Women examines how a gender lens can help philanthropy identify hidden inequities, strengthen social cohesion, and improve outcomes across diverse causes.
Voices of Impact | Carolyn Vincent: Kindness creates cohesion
Thu, 29 October 2026
From Mumbai to Brisbane, Carolyn Vincent’s lifelong experience of community inspired a foundation and a national movement using visible everyday kindness to deepen connection, belonging and social cohesion across Australia.
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Program Managers drinks
Sydney, NSW
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm AEDT
On behalf of Minderoo and Philanthropy Australia, we are glad to invite you to our final Program Managers’ drinks for the year. We hope you will join us for an informal gathering for those working in program management, grantmaking, or similar roles within Foundations to connect with peers, broaden networks, and toast the year that has been.
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Giving Trends in the face of a ‘polycrisis’
Sydney, NSW
9:00 am – 11:00 am AEDT
Off the back of the Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026, join us for an intimate discussion exploring the key themes emerging from the event, the global trends shaping giving, and what they mean for the future of Australian philanthropy.
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