Building future foundations for First Nations philanthropy
By Krystian Seibert, Executive Director for Policy and Sector Development
Thu, 28 May 2026
In April, Executive Director for Policy and Sector Development Krystian Seibert spoke at the inaugural Blak Loungeroom National Philanthropy Conference in Naarm. He shared reflections on the Productivity Commission’s philanthropy inquiry and its recommendation focused on supporting First Nations philanthropy.
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A new chapter for Philanthropy Australia’s First Nations Funders Network
Thu, 28 May 2026
This year marks a new chapter for Philanthropy Australia’s First Nations Funders Network, with Michelle Steele, a Kamilaroi woman, recently been appointed Chair. She told Giving News why she has taken on the role and the power of the Network to shape informed, respectful and effective giving to indigenous communities.
WA Stories of Giving: Kim Collard on Indigenous philanthropy
Thu, 28 May 2026
Currently, less than one per cent of philanthropic funding in Australia reaches Aboriginal‑led projects. For Kim Collard, a proud Balladong‑Whadjuk man of the Noongar Nation, growing this number is not only a matter of equity, but an opportunity to strengthen Australia’s philanthropic landscape as a whole.
Philanthropy invited to step into powerful shared work with First Nations communities
Fri, 6 Mar 2026
Right across the country, a powerful series of conversations and gatherings is reshaping the way philanthropy listens to and works with First Nations communities.
Historic Treaty For Victoria promises ‘tomorrow can be better than yesterday’
Dee Rudebeck, Advisor, News & Storytelling
Fri, 31 Oct 2025
In a landmark session in the Victorian State Parliament last night, the only treaty with First Peoples in Australia was passed into law by the Upper House after a decade-long movement and years of negotiations between the Assembly and government. The Treaty will centre First Peoples in the decision-making process of any legislation involving Aboriginal people.
Women take centrestage at The Funding Network’s First Nations Crowdfunding Event
Fri, 31 Oct 2025
The annual First Nations Crowdfunding Event held by The Funding Network (TFN) is set to showcase an all-women line up of finalists. All leading high potential, community defined programs, they will pitch to TFN’s network of funders, philanthropists, corporate partners, peers and everyday Australians.
The three AI governance essentials sector leaders need to know
Kristi Mansfield, Founder & CEO, Seer Data
Fri, 3 Oct 2025
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future scenario – it’s in the early stages of widespread adoption in Australia across all industries and sectors. This adoption is predicted to accelerate in the next 2-3 years and by 2030 most industries will be impacted, including philanthropy and not for profits. In this two-part series, Kristi Mansfield, Founder & CEO, Seer Data, outlines what you need to know to avoid the hype and to implement AI safely.
