Trista Harris on why we should ‘stop loving the problem’
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 21 Aug 2026
Ahead of Conference 2026, philanthropic futurist Trista Harris shares why organisations should spend less time "loving the problem" and more time imagining solutions. From Sweden's child-first approach to community design, to the role philanthropy can play in shaping tomorrow, she tells Giving News the future is built through the decisions we make today.
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CCA invites conference delegates to help tell the story of the Australia we want
Fri, 21 Aug 2026
The Community Council for Australia is bringing its #AusWeWant / #ImagineAustralia campaign to Conference 2026, inviting delegates to share stories of impact, purpose and aspiration. The initiative aims to showcase the collective value of Australia's charity and not-for-profit sector, one story at a time.
Stewardship, succession and the future of charitable giving: Insights from Perpetual Wealth
Fri, 21 Aug 2026
As Australia prepares for one of the largest intergenerational wealth transfers in recent history, Perpetual Wealth’s Jane Magor shares her insights on trusteeship, governance and succession planning, and how charitable legacies can continue creating impact for generations to come.
Why generosity sits at the heart of Treaty
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 21 Aug 2026
Victoria's Treaty process has been built on a simple but powerful idea: a better future depends on strong relationships. Ahead of speaking at Conference 2026, Rueben Berg shares why generosity has shaped the journey so far, and why it will continue to matter for First Peoples, philanthropy and future generations.
Youth Climate Justice Fund co-founder Joshua Amponsem on allowing community to shape philanthropy
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 7 Aug 2026
What began with student protests against a proposed coal power plant in Ghana has become a global campaign for climate justice. Ahead of speaking at the Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026, Joshua Amponsem reflects on community-led change, the power of trust-based philanthropy and why investing in young leaders remains one of the most important opportunities for lasting impact.
Love, leadership and philanthropy: reflecting on the marriage equality campaign
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 7 Aug 2026
Ahead of a special dinner at Conference 2026 to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the marriage equality campaign, Philanthropy Australia, Equality Australia and Rainbow Giving Australia reflect on one of the largest collective achievements of philanthropy in this country.
Philanthropy Australia’s advocacy work gains momentum in 2026
Fri, 7 Aug 2026
The first half of 2026 has been a busy period for Philanthropy Australia’s policy advocacy work, as we collaborate with members, partners and government to advance our Strategy 2033 purpose: strengthening giving towards a more generous, just and sustainable future.
