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Luke Michael is a journalist at Pro Bono News covering the social sector.

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icare Foundation Encourages Charities to Pitch for a share of $100,000 in Funding

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Luke Michael, Tuesday, 26th September 2017 -  A NSW social venture is offering funding grants of up to $100,000, for charities which run innovative programs in prevention or post-injury-care.

Youth Action Group Calls on Young Australians to Get Involved in Social Issues

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Luke Michael, Monday, 25th September 2017 -  A group of youth activists has called for more young Australians to get involved in volunteering and social issues, at a compassion booth event held in Melbourne.

Susan Pascoe Appointed Head of Newly Formed Community Directors Council

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Luke Michael, Friday, 22nd September 2017 -  Outgoing commissioner of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission Susan Pascoe AM, has been appointed head of the newly formed Community Directors Council.

Recruitment Expert Says NFPs Need Thorough Process to Hire Honest Candidates

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Luke Michael, Friday, 22nd September 2017 -  A not-for-profit recruitment expert has warned that organisations need to implement a thorough hiring process to select honest candidates, after new research revealed one in five people lie on their CVs.

Mental Health Groups Call for Same-Sex Marriage to Prevent Suicide

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Luke Michael, Thursday, 21st September 2017 -  Distress among Australia’s LGBTIQ community over the postal-survey debate has put a strain on mental health organisations, who have launched a campaign to support same-sex marriage and prevent 3,000 youth suicide attempts every year.

Volunteering Tasmania Forced to Close Launceston Office

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Luke Michael, Thursday, 21st September 2017 -  Volunteering Tasmania have said there is no need to be concerned about the future of the organisation, despite having to close its second office in the space of just 15 months.

AICD Announces NFP Scholarships Across Australia

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Luke Michael, Wednesday, 20th September 2017 -  Directors and governance leaders across Australia have received scholarships to enhance their leadership skills, and support the long-term governance of the not-for-profit sector.

Indigenous Australians Face Lack of Access to Cataract Surgery

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Luke Michael, Tuesday, 19th September 2017 -  Indigenous Australians face a 30 per cent lower cataract surgery coverage rate than non-Indigenous Australians, according to findings from a recent national eye health survey.

Australia Launches its First Live Impact Investing Database

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Luke Michael, Monday, 18th September 2017 -  Investors looking to support businesses making a social impact have been bolstered by the launch of a live impact investing database, which looks to connect investors and investees in this growing market.

Taking Naps and Eating Food During Shift Work Could Reduce Alertness, Says Research

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Luke Michael, Monday, 18th September 2017 -  Health care and social assistance workers have been warned that eating a meal and taking a power nap during shift work could be dangerous, as research shows this may reduce alertness.

Levi Strauss Foundation Head Says SSM Survey a “Mission Moment” for Philanthropy

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Luke Michael, Friday, 15th September 2017 -  The visiting executive director of the Levi Strauss Foundation, Daniel Lee, has said the upcoming postal survey on same-sex marriage is a “momentous occasion” for the philanthropic sector to advocate for the rights of LGBT citizens.
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