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‘Transform’ Conference Line-up First Look

Contributor, Thursday, 11th October 2018 -  A number of world-class experts have been locked in for the Connecting Up Conference at Melbourne Conference and Exhibition Centre next May.

Indigenous People With Disability Have a Double Disadvantage the NDIS Can’t Handle

Opinion

Contributor, Wednesday, 10th October 2018 -  We need a longer term strategic approach focused on community development to overcome the sustained inequality that comes with being both Aboriginal and living with disability, writes Scott Avery from the First Peoples Disability Network, in this article which first appeared in The Conversation.

Why the Community Sector Should Get Data Savvy

Opinion

Contributor, Tuesday, 9th October 2018 -  Community sector organisations can – and should – get savvy in the new world of data science, writes Professor Jane Farmer from Swinburne University’s Social Innovation Research Institute.

Digitising Social Services Could Further Exclude People

Opinion

Contributor, Friday, 5th October 2018 -  Digitising social services may bring advantages for some, but it will also further marginalise those who are already seriously disadvantaged, writes Siobhan O'Sullivan and Christopher Walker from UNSW, in this article which first appeared in The Conversation. 

Be the Change: Leaving No One Behind – FRSA 2018 National Conference

Contributor, Thursday, 27th September 2018 -  The Family and Relationship Services Australia (FRSA) 2018 National Conference will be held from 20 to 23 November 2018 at the Pullman Cairns International Hotel in Cairns, Queensland.

‘In Australia’ – What Does It Mean and How Does It Affect You?

Contributor, Thursday, 27th September 2018 -  The definition of “in Australia” could have a significant impact on whether a not for profit continues to qualify for DGR status, writes Mariana von Lucken from HLB Mann Judd Sydney.

Six Tips For Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals

Opinion

Contributor, Tuesday, 25th September 2018 -  With 25 September marking the third anniversary of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) being agreed, World Vision Australia policy advisor Dane Moores offers his tips to lift Australia’s domestic and international performance on the SDGs.

Refurbished Computers a ‘Beacon of Hope’ for Young Karen Refugees

Contributor, Tuesday, 25th September 2018 -  Australian Karen Foundation co-founder Andrew Flint recounts how discounted Aussie computers and donated software have become the dream makers at the heart of an amazing story in an interview with Connecting Up.

ACOSS ‘Rise to the Challenge’

Contributor, Thursday, 20th September 2018 -  The 2018 ACOSS “Rise to the Challenge” National Conference will be held at the SMC Conference and Function Centre, 66 Goulburn St, Sydney on Monday 29 and Tuesday 30 October.

Volunteering Victoria AGM and Panel Discussion

Contributor, Tuesday, 18th September 2018 -  Volunteering Victoria is hosting a panel discussion alongside its annual general meeting to explore how volunteers are integral to the wellbeing of society.

Young Australians’ Prospects Still Come Down to Where They Grow Up

Opinion

Contributor, Monday, 17th September 2018 -  In order to equally access opportunities that improve life chances, young people in disadvantaged communities need to access the same opportunity structures as more advantaged young people, writes associate professor Gerry Redmond and Dr Jennifer Skattebol, in this article which first appeared in The Conversation.
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