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Why we need to shift power in this critical time for our natural world

Amanda Martin OAM  Fri, 14 Apr 2023

Right now, our environment and climate face challenges of such scale and magnitude that at times it can feel overwhelming. But this moment we find ourselves in also holds enormous hope and possibility for shifting Australia’s trajectory towards a future where people and nature thrive. And philanthropists have a vital role to play. 

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Innovative Bob Brown documentary is a call of defiance for our ancient trees  

Laurence Billiet and Rachael Antony, Documentary-makers Fri, 14 Apr 2023

Australia is one of the few places in the world that has Gondwana-era forest and is home to some of the planet’s tallest trees. We are one of the only countries that still has “primary” forests – in Europe, for instance, only fragments remain.  

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Panel including Minister Linda Burney addresses the Philanthropy Australia membership about the Voice referendum

Thu, 6 Apr 2023

The Hon Linda Burney MP, Minister for Indigenous Australians, provided an update to Philanthropy Australia members regarding the referendum on constitutional recognition through an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament.

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Reflections on the Impact Investment Summit

Bella Conyngham, Associate Engagement Manager (NSW and ACT) Philanthropy Australia Thu, 6 Apr 2023

The Global Impact Investing Network defines impact investments as those made with the intention to generate positive, measurable social and environmental impact alongside a financial return.

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How big data and philanthropy are taking on child exploitation

Thu, 6 Apr 2023

The International Centre For Missing and Exploited Children (ICMEC) Australia has announced that the first recipient of its Child Protection Fund (CPF) is a leading UK firm specialising in data-led disruption of financial transactions associated with this heinous and rapidly growing crime

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Statement by Philanthropy Australia on the Voice referendum

Wed, 5 Apr 2023

As the national peak organisation for philanthropy, Philanthropy Australia holds the vision for a generous and inclusive Australia. We seek to achieve our purpose to inspire more and better philanthropy by convening, educating, informing and advocating for our members, as well as the wider community. In doing so, we are guided by our core values of Respect, Impact, Trust, Celebration, Humility and Sharing.

Climate Lens tool launches to provide new perspective on philanthropy and climate change

Fri, 31 Mar 2023

Philanthropy Australia and the Australian Environmental Grantmakers Network partner to launch Australia’s first comprehensive Climate Lens tool. The tool highlights how philanthropists can help minimise the effects of climate change by taking a nuanced approach to supporting social impact.

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