From Brisbane to New York: Why belonging is the key to Australia’s generosity
By Maree Sidey, CEO, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
What do global debates on trust and cooperation mean for Australian philanthropy? Maree Sidey reflections on lessons from New York and why belonging matters more than ever.
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Conference 2026: Belonging at the centre, momentum for the future
By Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Media & Content
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
From memorable moments to future ambitions, revisit the highlights of Conference 2026 and explore how we're building on this momentum for what's next.
Philanthropy Australia Conference will head west in 2028
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
Philanthropy Australia Conference is heading west. For the first time in the event's history, the sector's flagship conference will be held in Perth in 2028.
Reflections Beyond the Celebration Dinner
Jones Jones (they/them), Acting Co-CEO, Rainbow Giving Australia; Ruth McNair AM (she/her), Outgoing Chair, Pride Foundation Australia; Ayan Dasvarma (he/him), Incoming Chair, Pride Foundation Australia; and Equality Australia
Fri, 4 Sep 2026
The Celebration Dinner at Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026 brought together philanthropy, advocacy and community leaders to mark 10 years since the marriage equality campaign and reflect on what can happen when people unite behind a shared vision.
The Glue That Binds: AIDN’s insights from seven years of network building
Brianna Kerr, Acting Co-Executive Director, Practice and Partnerships
Fri, 4 Sep 2026
The Australian International Development Network (AIDN) has launched its first Impact Report, The Glue That Binds: Insights from Seven Years of Strengthening Australian International Giving and Investing, providing a detailed look at both AIDN's contribution to the sector and the state of international philanthropy in Australia.
Field Trip Friday: A Brisbane health service’s legacy of community-led care
Fri, 4 Sep 2026
ATSICHS Brisbane has spent more than 50 years delivering culturally safe, community-controlled care that supports health, housing, family wellbeing and aged care. They are opening their doors to conference attendees to gain firsthand insight into its holistic approach and explore opportunities for meaningful partnership.
Esther Chang: why regional challenges need regional solutions
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 4 Sep 2026
Esther Chang, CEO of Asia Philanthropy Circle, explores how philanthropy can help tackle shared regional challenges, from climate and food security to social impact. Ahead of Conference 2026, she shares why collaboration, local knowledge and collective action are essential for creating lasting change across Asia and the Pacific.
